Director, Technical Accounting & Financial Reporting

Fruitist is a modern food company on a mission to revolutionize snacking—and the numbers prove we’re well on our way. With over $1B in lifetime sales and $400M in revenue in the last year alone, we’re not chasing trends—we’re building a lasting brand at the intersection of health, sustainability, and innovation with our suite of snackable superfruits including berries and cherries.

Our momentum is powered by a leadership team drawn from the likes of McKinsey, Calm, Red Bull, and Netflix, and backed by global investors who specialize in consumer and tech-forward ventures. Together, we’re leveraging data, supply chain technology, and a sustainability-first model to disrupt a $500 billion-dollar industry.

We’re hiring builders. Operators. Creators. People who want to move fast, learn faster, and grow alongside a company that’s reshaping snacking. If you’re looking for a company where your work shapes the business—and your career accelerates with it—welcome to Fruitist.

We’re seeking a Director of Technical Accounting & Financial Reporting to lead SEC filings and technical accounting during a period of rapid growth. This high-impact role will partner with leadership across Finance, Legal, and Investor Relations and be crucial in building and managing a team of technical accountants and SEC reporting professionals.

Location: This role will be hybrid, based out of our Century City HQ. We're open to applicants throughout California.

What You'll Do

SEC Reporting & Technical Accounting

• Lead preparation and filing of 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, and other SEC documents
• Draft and review MD&A, footnotes, and technical memos (e.g., M&A, leases, stock comp, revenue recognition)
• Oversee technical accounting research, policy development, and new pronouncement implementation
• Interface with external auditors and internal leadership to manage quarterly/year-end close and audits
• Maintain and evolve corporate accounting policies and SOX-compliant documentation
• Conducts in-depth research on complex accounting issues, interprets accounting standards (US GAAP, IFRS), and documents conclusions in accounting position papers.
• Provides technical accounting guidance and support to international finance teams, ensuring consistent application of accounting policies and procedures across all global operations.
  
  

Leadership & Strategy

• Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing accounting team
• Drive continuous process improvement, automation, and scalability
• Stay current on accounting, SEC, and SOX regulations; act as a key advisor to finance leadership
• Support Audit Committee and quarterly reporting cadence
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

What You'll Need

• CPA with Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• 12+ years of progressive accounting experience, including Big 4 audit and in-house roles
• 6+ years managing SEC reporting or technical accounting teams
• Deep understanding of U.S. GAAP, SEC regulations, revenue recognition, M&A, debt/equity financing, long-lived assets, etc., and SOX compliance
• Strong writing and analytical skills with the ability to simplify complex accounting concepts
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• Life sciences or health & wellness industry experience
• Experience leading IPO/S-1 readiness efforts
• ERP implementation experience (Oracle Fusion preferred)
• Familiarity with Workiva, OneStream, and automation tools
• Demonstrated ability to lead and influence cross-functional initiatives
  
  

What You’ll Love At Fruitist

• Hybrid schedule with flexibility to support work-life balance
• High-growth company backed by top-tier investors
• A mission-driven culture focused on wellness, sustainability, and impact
• Smart, collaborative teammates who move fast and build boldly
• A human-first hiring process—we personally review every application
  
  

If you meet most of the qualifications above and connect with our mission to inspire enjoyable and nutritious snacking, we want to hear from you! While we are tech-forward in our embrace of AI to enhance our growing capabilities, we’re human-centric in our hiring. This means all applications will be reviewed by humans, including yours. We aim to respond to applicants within two weeks. We look forward to hearing from you!