Berkley Oil & Gas (a Berkley Company) ยท 3 days ago
Chief Financial Officer
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
10+ years expBerkley Oil & Gas, a W.R. Berkley Company, is an insurance underwriting manager specializing in property and casualty products for the energy sector. The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) will oversee all financial activities, ensuring compliance with standards and supporting strategic business planning to enhance financial success.
Financial ServicesInsuranceRisk Management
No H1B
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
Provides leadership in the development and continuous evaluation of short and long-term strategic financial objectives
Directs the development and implementation of cost-effective financial reporting and accounting activities
Formulates effective financial oversight and internal accounting standards that comply with company and regulatory requirements
Contributes to the achievement of business objectives through the accurate and timely identification and resolution of accounting issues/opportunities
Directs the monthly reporting process and delivers accurate/timely monthly reports through effective utilization of all management information tools to optimize revenue and minimize financial exposure
Manage and direct the expense and general ledger process
Monitors financial transactions to ensure that expenses are in line with company expenses and profit objectives and are consistent with company policies
Drives innovation, including taking advantage of automation opportunities and new ways to streamline and make processes more efficient
Development of direct and indirect reports in both behavioral and job skills is crucial and a key component of the position. This includes regular career aspiration discussions
Responds to all activities related to corporate accounting/reporting requirements
Ensures that effective internal controls are in place and ensures compliance with GAAP and applicable federal, state, and local regulatory laws and rules for financial and tax reporting. Provides high-level analysis and recommendations for corrective action as necessary
Qualification
Required
10+ years in progressively responsible financial leadership roles
Property & Casualty Insurance experience required, including experience in Statutory and GAAP insurance reporting
PC proficiency is essential (Windows environment) and a strong working knowledge of all financial systems, preferably Oracle and Peoplesoft, and Excel is preferred
Financial reporting and planning experience; expense management skills; expert financial analysis, reporting and accounting skills necessary to meet established and stretch business goals
Familiarity with direct and agency billing
Able to recognize and act on reporting/accounting issues and problems
Takes intelligent risks and exercises solid business judgment
A proven leader who drives engagement and enables their employees. Will manage 3 direct reports
Solid understanding of business objectives to drive bottom-line results; acts in a decisive manner to achieve appropriate results
Strong strategic thinker and decision-maker; and consistently sets clear direction by defining goals and priorities; develops trust through demonstrated personal integrity
Establishes and maintains an environment that encourages everyone to act in the best interest of the company
Demonstrates strong written and oral communications skills
Ability to draft communications that are clear, concise, complete, and professional
Ability to interact with all levels of the organization and demonstrate organizational skills while working on multiple projects
Ability to travel as needed in the performance of duties
Bachelor of Science in Accounting or Finance
Preferred
MBA and/or CPA desirable
Benefits
Competitive compensation plan
Robust benefits package for full time regular employees
Company
Berkley Oil & Gas (a Berkley Company)
Berkley Oil & Gas, a Berkley Company, is an energy insurance provider that is committed to providing innovative insurance products and services to upstream oil and gas customers.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Stephen P. Macdonough
Chief Financial Officer
Eric Castillo
Chief Operating Officer
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