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Job description
Chief Financial Officer
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Company Details
Berkley Oil & Gas, a W.R. Berkley Company, is an insurance underwriting manager providing unique property and casualty products and risk services to customers engaged in the energy sector. We are committed to delivering innovative products and exceptional service, supporting industry efforts to minimize risks and hazards in the ‘oil patch’ and constantly improving our offerings to meet customer needs.
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The company is an equal opportunity employer.
Responsibilities
Serve as a strategic finance/operations leader and active member of the Senior Leadership team.
Partner with the President to accelerate execution, optimize outcomes, and reduce costs.
Provide executive management with advice and analysis on the financial implications of business activities.
Lead the development and continuous evaluation of short- and long-term strategic financial objectives.
Direct the development and implementation of cost-effective financial reporting and accounting activities.
Formulate effective financial oversight and internal accounting standards that comply with company and regulatory requirements.
Contribute to the achievement of business objectives through accurate and timely identification and resolution of accounting issues/opportunities.
Direct the monthly reporting process and deliver accurate/timely monthly reports through effective utilization of all management information tools.
Manage and direct the expense and general ledger process.
Monitor financial transactions to ensure expenses align with company objectives and policies.
Drive innovation, including automation opportunities and new ways to streamline processes.
Develop direct and indirect reports in both behavioral and job skills, including regular career aspiration discussions.
Respond to all corporate accounting/reporting requirements.
Ensure effective internal controls and compliance with GAAP and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
Qualifications
10+ years in progressively responsible financial leadership roles.
Property & Casualty Insurance experience required, including statutory and GAAP insurance reporting.
PC proficiency is essential (Windows environment) and a strong working knowledge of financial systems, preferably Oracle and Peoplesoft; Excel is preferred.
Financial reporting and planning experience; expense management skills; expert financial analysis, reporting, and accounting skills.
Familiarity with direct and agency billing.
Ability to recognize and act on reporting/accounting issues and problems.
Takes intelligent risks and exercises solid business judgment.
Proven leader who drives engagement and enables employees; will manage 3 direct reports.
Solid understanding of business objectives to drive bottom-line results; acts decisively.
Strong strategic thinker and decision-maker; consistently sets clear direction and builds trust through personal integrity.
Establishes and maintains an environment encouraging actions in the best interest of the company.
Demonstrates strong written and oral communication skills; drafts clear, concise, professional communications.
Interacts with all organization levels and demonstrates organizational skills while managing multiple projects.
Ability to travel as needed.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Accounting or Finance.
MBA and/or CPA desirable.
Additional Company Details
We do not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiting agencies or firms. The company offers a competitive compensation plan and robust benefits package for full-time regular employees. Salary will depend on scope, complexity, location, skills, education, credentials, and experience.
Sponsorship Details
Sponsorship not offered for this role.
Seniority level
Executive
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Finance and Sales
Financial Services and Insurance
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Worksite address
houston, TX, 77246, US
Who can apply
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