Accounting Manager - Bilingual Mandarin

Syst Immune is a leading and well-funded clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company located in Redmond, WA and Princeton, NJ. It specializes in developing innovative cancer treatments using its established drug development platforms, focusing on bi‑specific, multi‑specific antibodies, and antibody‑drug conjugates (ADCs). Syst Immune has multiple assets in various stages of clinical trials for solid tumor and hematologic indications. Alongside ongoing clinical trials, Syst Immune has a robust preclinical pipeline of potential cancer therapeutics in the discover and IND‑enabling stages, representing cutting‑edge biologics development.

We offer an opportunity for you to learn and grow while making significant contributions to the company's success.

Syst Immune is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee Accounts Payable, treasury and operational accounting activities. This role owns all cash‑related and transactional processes, ensuring timely execution, strong internal controls, and compliance with GAAP and company policies. The Accounting Manager partners closely with Procurement, HR, Finance, and the broader accounting team to support efficient procure‑to‑pay operations, safeguard company cash, and ensure accurate financial reporting.

Fluency in Chinese and English is required.

This position is full‑time onsite at our Redmond, WA location. We will be moving to our office in Bothell, WA in fall 2026.

• Oversee and manage the Accounts Payable function, ensuring timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices, employee reimbursements, and other disbursements.
• Review and approve AP transactions, expense reimbursements, payment runs, and vendor setup and registration in both banking system and Procurement system.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, approval matrices, and company policies.
• Coordinate closely with Procurement to align purchasing activity, payment terms, and contract compliance.
• Resolve complex invoice discrepancies and serve as escalation point for AP issues.
• Enhance the ERP system for AP.
• Credit card management and booking.
• Support month end financial reporting by providing accurate AP aging report, AP by vendor, and accrue list.

• Manage cash disbursements including ACH, wire transfers, payroll/benefits (401k, HSA and insurance), and international payments.
• Lead treasury operations, including daily cash reporting and cash flow forecasting.
• Monitor bank accounts, perform and review bank reconciliations, and investigate discrepancies; archiving documentations related to banking systems.
• Manage relationships with banks and financial institutions, including account maintenance, signatory updates, and fee reviews.
• Oversee intercompany payments, funding, and settlement processes with proper documentation and timely execution.
• Participating BvA analysis to analyze and monitor cash movement.

• Support month‑end and year‑end close related to AP and treasury, including accruals, prepaid expenses, and cash‑related journal entries.
• Ensure compliance with SOX and internal control requirements, audit standards, and financial policies.
• Assist with internal and external audit requests related to AP, cash, treasury, and payroll.

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls across AP and treasury.
• Maintain and improve standard operating procedures for AP, treasury, and payroll.
• Manage, mentor, and develop AP staff, providing oversight, feedback, and prioritization.

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• 6+ years of progressive accounting experience with ownership of AP and treasury functions.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and audit requirements are strongly preferred.
• Ability to operate in a fast‑paced, growth‑stage environment.

• CPA or CPA‑track.
• Experience with international vendors, cross‑border payments, and intercompany transactions.
• Prior experience in biotech, biopharma, pharmaceutical, or life sciences preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems, Net Suite preferred.

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