Key Responsibilities
- Lead and develop a team of Property Accounting professionals supporting US Offshore operations.
- Ensure accurate and timely accounting for capital expenditures, asset additions, transfers, retirements, impairments, and depreciation activities.
- Coordinate and oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities.
- Maintain compliance with Chevron accounting policies, SOX controls, and financial reporting requirements.
- Drive process standardization and continuous improvement initiatives across Property Accounting activities.
- Partner with Operations, Engineering, Controllers, and Finance organizations to resolve complex accounting matters.
- Ensure timely completion of account reconciliations and resolution of outstanding items.
- Support business initiatives, acquisitions, integrations, and organizational changes impacting Property Accounting processes.
- Identify and implement automation opportunities to improve efficiency, quality, and control effectiveness.
- Provide leadership in internal and external audit support activities.
- Develop team members through coaching, mentoring, and performance management.
Required Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
Experience
- Minimum of 8-10 years of relevant accounting and finance experience.
- Prior leadership or supervisory experience managing teams and complex accounting processes.
Technical Skills
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and internal controls.
- Experience with SAP and/or S/4HANA environments.
- Knowledge of SOX compliance and control requirements.
- Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
Language Requirements
- Advanced English proficiency, including verbal and written communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting Upstream Oil & Gas operations.
- Experience in Property Accounting, Fixed Assets, Capital Projects, or Upstream Finance operations.
- Experience leading process improvement, transformation, or automation initiatives.
- Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Experience working in a shared services or global support environment.
Leadership Competencies
- Drives accountability and achieves results through others.
- Demonstrates strong communication and influencing skills.
- Builds collaborative relationships across organizations.
- Leads change and promotes continuous improvement.
- Develops people and fosters an inclusive, high-performing team culture.
Work Location
Buenos Aires Shared Services Center (GBS BA) supporting US Offshore Operations.
This position plays a critical leadership role in supporting the US Offshore organization by ensuring financial stewardship, operational excellence, and continuous improvement across Property Accounting processes.