Senior Accountant / Accounting Manager

This position will report to the CFO and be responsible for leading the company’s accounting function and will help guide General Oncology through its next phase of growth. The role will lead the quarter end close process and manage General Oncology’s relationship with KPMG, including leading the annual Audit and General Oncology’s tax compliance requirements. The successful candidate will have significant experience with QuickBooks and NetSuite and a proven track record of success in the biopharmaceutical sector.

Key responsibilities

• Own and manage the general ledger, including timely and accurate month-end, quarter end, and year end close processes
• Prepare and analyze financial statements in accordance with GAAP
• Manage AP, AR, payroll, credit card, and expense allocations
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and GAAP requirements
• Support quarter end variance analysis and reconciliation procedures
• Liaise with external auditors and tax preparers during audits and tax filings
• Maintain and improve internal controls and accounting procedures
• Lead or support the eventual ERP system transition from QuickBooks to NetSuite

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA or advanced degree required
• At least 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in the biopharmaceutical industry
• Strong knowledge or US GAAP and internal control frameworks
• Proficiency with QuickBooks and readiness for NetSuite implementation
• Comfortable in a hands‑on role with a growing, fast‑paced organization
• Detail oriented with strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to communicate financial information to various stakeholders clearly

Location

The ideal candidate will be located in the greater Boston, MA area and be willing to come into the office.

Compensation

A competitive base salary with bonus incentives that are performance‑based, and a stock option grant that is tied to the growth of the company and partnership milestones.