Vice President of Finance


Job Details

About Fuel Me:


Fuel Me is a rapidly growing, VC-backed, technology startup revolutionizing the fuel industry! It is the first of its kind, cloud-based technology platform that allows on-road and off-road customers nationwide to purchase fuel for their trucks, machinery, generators, or tanks - anywhere and at anytime. Fuel Me simplifies the fuel procurement process while enabling customers to manage all purchases on a single platform, optimizing operations and administrative procedures while providing extensive cost savings.


Serving both On-Road clients such as fleets of trucks and Off-Road clients such as machinery on a construction site, Fuel Me is the optimal solution for any customer. Fuel Me manages client orders from start to finish through a reliable nationwide vendor coverage network, which guarantees clients the price and service they require, and truly deserve.



The Opportunity:

We ve recently announced Series A funding and looking to add our first VP of Finance who is energized by the prospect of building out and scaling an FP&A function and managing the accounting function within a high-growth organization. In partnership with the CFO, you'll be responsible for a wide range of activities, including monthly/quarterly/annual financial planning processes, including long range planning, budgeting & forecasting, and quarterly board presentations.


Our ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, is passionate about producing timely and accurate work products, and is looking for a company where your contributions will have a direct impact on the growth of the department and the company.



How You'll Contribute at Fuel Me:

  • Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial planning processes, including Long Range Planning, Annual Budgets, Monthly Forecasts, and Quarterly Board Presentations
  • Responsible for leading FP&A efforts as well as building out financial models from scratch (Ex. Building out 3-statement financial model and sales commission model in Excel)
  • Responsible for conducting monthly business reviews. Develop and update departmental performance metrics.
  • Responsible for managing a financial analyst as well as a 5-person accounting team
  • Partner with the CFO to define objectives, build forecasts and budgets, and track performance, identify risks and opportunities, and drive strategic finance initiatives to achieve growth and profitability goals
  • Lead the preparation of internal and external reporting packages for management, auditors and investors
  • Manage aspects of a debt facility, including bank relationships, credit agreements, covenant compliance
  • Develop processes, vendor relationships, and operations infrastructure to efficiently and effectively manage the company's current operations as well as plan for future growth
  • Drive continuous improvement to financial processes and workflows, and make recommendations to the company as needed to further optimize efficiencies and financial opportunities
  • Prepare pitch decks and financial projections for potential investors. Potential to be involved in future capital raises.



What You'll Bring to Fuel Me:

  • 8-10+ years relevant FP&A experience ideally within fast growing businesses (SaaS, PaaS, technology, etc. industry preferred)
  • Must have previous experience as a controller, divisional controller, or director managing accounting teams and processes
  • Experience working in venture-backed or PE-owned companies preferred
  • Early professional services background in investment banking, public accounting, or consulting is preferred
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics or equivalent from top university
  • Exceptional Excel and PowerPoint skills
  • Fanatical attention to detail



We know there are great candidates who won't check all of these boxes, and we also know you might bring important skills that we haven't considered. If that's you, don't hesitate to apply and tell us about yourself.





 Fuel Me

 05/21/2024

 Burr Ridge,IL