At Fogo de Chão, we strive to give our guests an unforgettable dining experience of discovery while showcasing the Culinary Art of Churrasco. Our mission is to ignite fire and joy to care for our team, our guests, and our communities. We believe better futures start when we bring our best to the table every day to Feed a Purposeful Future – starting with our team members. We feed our teams with fulfilling job opportunities, making space around the table so everyone feels welcome. At Fogo, we’ll provide you with a fulfilling career with professional and personal growth opportunities at every level. Our values of teamwork, integrity, excellence, humility and Deixa Comigo (we’ve got you!) are more than just words, it’s how we do things every day.
Position Summary:
The Vice President of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) and Investor Relations serves as a key strategic partner to the executive leadership team, driving performance insights, financial discipline, and transparent investor communication. This role leads the company’s financial planning processes, capital strategy, operational finance oversight, and investor relations efforts. The VP will manage a high-performing team, influence data-driven decisions, and serve as a strategic liaison between Fogo and the investment community.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic & Financial Planning
Lead the development, preparation, and presentation of the company’s financial outlook and long-term strategic plans.Direct the annual budgeting and forecasting processes in collaboration with department and restaurant leadership teams.Monitor financial performance against budget and forecast; conduct ad hoc analysis to support enterprise-wide strategic initiatives.Guide cash forecasting, capital planning, and treasury functions, including international cash management and repatriation strategies.Ensure compliance with financial covenants and contribute to optimal capital structure planning.Provide leadership for M&A modeling, investment evaluations, and board-facing reporting.Drive portfolio modeling, scenario planning, and expense management in support of company growth goals.Operational Finance Oversight
Oversee field-level financial analysis and operational reporting, ensuring consistency and alignment with corporate strategy.Review and validate business case modeling for menu pricing, marketing campaigns, and culinary innovation initiatives.Guide the development of restaurant-level reporting and tools to support GMs and operations leadership in data-driven decision-making.Lead performance reviews tied to P&L results, line-item insights, and key operational benchmarks.Mentor and support the Finance Manager to ensure analytical outputs effectively inform strategic and operational decisions.Investor Relations
Develop and execute a proactive investor relations strategy, aligning financial communication with corporate goals.Prepare quarterly earnings materials, investor presentations, lender reports, and public disclosures.Organize and manage investor communications, earnings calls, conferences, and roadshows.Serve as the primary contact for investor and lender inquiries, ensuring transparency and building trust with external stakeholders.Monitor industry trends and competitor performance to shape investor messaging and strategic positioning.Core Competencies:
Strategic Financial Acumen: Deep expertise in financial modeling, forecasting, and translating data into actionable strategies.Operational Insight: Ability to bridge financial strategy with field-level execution, especially in a restaurant or retail environment.Executive Communication: Skilled in crafting and delivering clear, compelling narratives across executive, investor, and field audiences.Investor Engagement: Experience managing investor and lender communications, earnings calls, and public disclosures.Analytical Thinking: Adept at identifying trends, evaluating alternatives, and recommending solutions with a data-driven mindset.Leadership & Coaching: Proven ability to lead high-performing teams and develop finance talent.Business & Industry Knowledge: Strong understanding of the company’s revenue model, competitive landscape, and key financial levers.Ethics & Integrity: Demonstrates sound judgment and maintains a high standard of fairness and professionalism.Change Leadership: Ability to support, lead, and influence change initiatives.Continuous Learning: Committed to self-development and fostering a learning culture within the team.Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field required; CPA preferred.Minimum of 10 years of experience in Corporate Finance, FP&A, and Investor Relations within a public or high-growth company.Strong background in operational finance, including budgeting, P&L review, and restaurant or retail experience preferred.Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills required; proficiency in financial systems and tools.Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.Compensation:
Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance are available for full-time Team Members on the first of the month following their start date. Additionally, company-paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability are provided where allowed. We offer a comprehensive voluntary benefits package including Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Accident Coverage.
Fogo de Chão is an Equal Opportunity & E Verify Employer