Emily Pimblett

About Emily Pimblett

I’m a senior finance and accounting executive who brings clarity and structure to complex environments - translating data and strategy into confident decisions for teams, boards, and investors. Across biotech, SaaS, and global retail, I’ve led organizations through IPOs, PIPEs, acquisitions, and large-scale change. At Climb Bio, I joined on the day of the IPO organizational meeting and built public-company financial statements in under 60 days, completed with zero SEC comments. When the market shifted, I led a strategic review of 100+ paths that resulted in a reverse-merger-like acquisition and $125 million PIPE, helping rebuild the business under a new name and strategy.Whether preparing for an IPO, integrating an acquisition, or modernizing systems, I connect finance, accounting, and operations so decisions happen with speed and confidence. Colleagues describe me as curious, kind, and composed — a strategic operator and technical accountant who thrives in start-up and high-growth settings. I focus on building scalable processes, empowering teams, and turning financial discipline into a strategic advantage.Specialties: Finance, corporate finance, accounting, CFO, CPA, technology, life sciences, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, biotech, biopharmaceutical, international, global, business partner, R&D, research, development, financial analysis, analytical skills, decision support, decision making, problem solving, negotiation, strategy, strategic planning, process improvement, change agent, change management, leadership, executive leadership, executive presence, management, team building, forecasting, budgeting, valuation, purchase accounting, acquisition integration, M&A, mergers and acquisitions, due diligence, acquisition evaluation, start-up, critical thinking, interpersonal skills, business acumen, financial modeling, financial planning, financial reporting, FP & A, GAAP, SOX, insurance, capital markets, fund raising, investor relations, banking relationships, international tax planning, tax planning, tax compliance, working capital, treasury, information technology, IT, human resources, HR, legal, finance systems, ERP, General Ledger, GL, ERP implementation, risk management, internal audit, internal control, governance, SEC filings, proxy, S-1, project management, written and verbal communication, compliance, payroll, 401k, P&L, cost optimization, cash flow optimization, audit oversight, auditing, KPIs, board presentations, global consolidation, foreign exchange, cross-functional collaboration, private equity, PE, relationship building, Big 4

Experience

1. SVP, Finance and Chief Accounting Officer

   Climb Bio

   Jan 2025 — Present

Education

• UW Foster School of Business

  MPAcc, Master of Professional Accountancy, Accounting

  2005 — 2006

• University of Washington

  Bachelor's degree, Business

  2003 — 2005