Energy Managing Director - Business Transformation

Experience a 45X+ award-winning culture!

Embarkers enjoy:

• Work-life integration: We encourage our team to balance work with personal life. 95% of our employees feel they can take time off when necessary

• Growth and development: We offer continuous learning opportunities, including CPE credits and coaching, to support our employees' professional growth and ensure they execute excellently for clients

• Award-winning culture: Recognized for our outstanding workplace environment, we prioritize the happiness and well-being of our team

Embark isn't your ordinary consulting firm. We’re committed to cultivating a workplace where everyone can thrive—where happiness is at the core of our success. Where Happy Works. Our team is dedicated to solving complex problems for finance, accounting, HR, and technology leaders with forward-thinking solutions and unparalleled hospitality. Here are a few reasons why 93% of Embarkers agree that we offer special and unique benefits:

• Unlimited PTO: Enjoy unlimited PTO to recharge and pursue your passions

• Comprehensive healthcare: 100% paid premiums for you and your family

• Whole human growth: $150 monthly stipend for holistic development

• Career advancement: Access to CPE credits, learning platforms, coaching, and professional development

• Financial support: Up to 3% 401(k) matching and financial advisory services

• Team and community engagement: Monthly social events within your market, charitable matching, and great people!

About the Role:

Embark Consulting is seeking a proven financial and operational leader to join our Business Transformation practice as a Managing Director with a focus within the energy sector. This is a high-impact leadership role for a dynamic individual who thrives in complex, fast-paced environments and brings a unique combination of strategic insight, hands-on execution, and a people-first mindset. You’ll work closely with C-level executives, private equity stakeholders, and finance leaders to solve critical challenges, improve performance, and unlock long-term enterprise value.
At Embark, we’re building the next generation of consulting—entrepreneurial, people-first, and impact-driven. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to lead challenging transformations, shape the future of finance organizations, and grow alongside a high-performing, mission-aligned team. We offer the freedom to lead with integrity, the tools to make a difference, and the culture to keep you thriving.
What you'll be doing:

• Developing and executing the company’s business strategies

• Providing strategic advice to our clients

• Preparing and implementing comprehensive business plans to facilitate execution

• Develop and execute the company’s business strategies in order to attain the goals of the board and shareholders

• Ensure company policies and legal guidelines are communicated all the way from the top down in the company and that they are followed at all times

• Communicate and maintain trust relationships with shareholders, business partners, and authorities

• Delegate responsibilities and supervise the work of executives providing guidance and motivation to drive maximum performance

• Provide performance feedback to teams

• Act as the public speaker and public relations representative of the company in ways that strengthen its profile

To be a good fit for our Managing Director (O&G) role, you will have:

• 12+ years of experience in Big 4/public accounting and/or oil and gas industry (upstream strongly preferred)

• CPA or CPA candidate

• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP

• Strong computer skills, particularly in Excel

• Keen attention to detail

• Strong communication skills, both oral and written

• A high sense of urgency, strong initiative and the ability to multi-task

• This role requires travel to client sites as needed

• Typical compensation range is $250-300K base, with potential bonus
   

Added bonus if you have…

• SEC filing exposure/experience

• Operational accounting experience

• Experience in oil and gas ERPs (Enertia, OGSYS, Pak Energy, Quorum, etc)

What's in it for you:

• We pay 100% of insurance premiums on medical, dental, and vision for you AND your family

• We match 50% to 6% on our 401K

• Fully paid parental leave for all new parents

• Monthly stipend for whole human wellness

• All the technology you’ll need to be successful, the most advanced software, and accessories to ensure you get the job done in style

• Monthly team outings (think: ax throwing, a trip to the State Fair, go-kart races, etc.)
   

In closing...

If this role sounds exciting, apply and let's start the conversation!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law. Upon offer of employment, employees will be asked to submit to a background check and drug screen. Dependent on ongoing client requirements, employees may also be asked to submit to a drug screening and background check throughout employment.