Responsibilities
This role supports the Manager II, Fuel Billing Management position to ensure fuel-related bills are processed and paid in a timely manner, assist with the fuel management system, and accurately complete month-end close.
- Maintain and update the fuel management system, including prices, terms, volume, and fees so that invoices are paid within terms.
- Assist the Tax department to ensure their sales and excise taxes are current in the system.
- Review fuel and fuel-related invoices to ensure costs, taxes, and fees are correct and gallons/flights/period costs match Spirit’s actual usage. Seek timely and full correction of any discrepancies.
- Examine source data from the fuel management system, internal/external data, and report any inconsistencies or problems.
- Review and reconcile suppliers statements of account and validate fuel transactions on a weekly/monthly basis.
- Review and validate gallons/rates on prepayment invoices to be submitted to AP.
- Complete all assigned Accounting month-end close reports.
- Reconcile the into-plane and consortium monthly billings to ensure accuracy and process for payment after corrections are made.
- Assist in preparing Fuel Management usage reports, cost summaries, and projections.
- Maintain relationships with suppliers, transportation companies, storage operators, into-plane operators, and airports, through ethical behavior and regular communication.
- Keep vendor and airport fuel supply operator contact information up to date.
- Work with other Spirit departments (Accounting, Tax, Treasury, Accounts Payable, Airport Services, Finance, OCC, etc.) as needed to support Fuel Management and Company objectives.
- Perform market research and analyze competitors to gauge opportunities to reduce fuel costs.
- Assist in the annual fuel bid analysis to secure competitively priced fuel at locations we serve through strategic sourcing, purchasing, and contract management.
- Prepare any ad-hoc analysis that may arise.
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree required in Finance Business, Accounting or Economics.
- 1-3 years experience in Finance or Accounting.
- Financial analysis and financial modeling experience preferred.
- Ideal candidate must have an inherent curiosity, be a quick learner, and have a growth mindset.
- Keen analytical skills and detail oriented with a passion for “getting it right” under tight timelines.
- Recommends process improvements and enhancements that result in increased quality and service.
- Ability to organize, analyze, and report on data to provide meaningful and actionable operational information and recommendations.
- Problem solving skills, results driven, and action-oriented.
- Strong client focus and interpersonal skills. Effective oral and written communication skills.
- Efficient and accurate data entry skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, demonstrating precision and expertise, in order to maximize efficiency and productivity.
- A self-starter who has the ability to work independently and within a team.
- High proficiency in MS Office; specifically, MS Excel (vlookups, pivot tables, formulas, data formatting, etc.).
Overview
At Spirit, we live “More Fly.” It’s not just about getting from point A to B—it’s about feeling fly while you’re at it. For our Team Members, it means thinking BIG, taking action, making connections, and having a blast while doing it. From the station to the cockpit, the cabin to the computer, every day is an adventure as we redefine travel.
Soar with us and enjoy travel perks that bring you closer to what matters. Join a team that empowers you to bring your full self to work, grow personally and professionally, and fuel the communities we serve. At Spirit Airlines, the sky isn’t the limit—it’s just the beginning!
EEOC Statement
Spirit Airlines is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All aspects of employment are governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.
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