Investor Relations Analyst

The energy industry is changing, and California Resources Corporation is committed to leading the charge towards net zero fuel.  While continuing to provide ample, safe, and reliable energy to the state of California, we are making substantial investments in decarbonization by actively developing carbon capture and storage (CCS) and other emissions reducing projects. We are seeking driven and innovative individuals to join us in shaping the future of the industry.
This Investor Relations role is responsible for assisting in developing and executing CRC's Investor Relations strategy, providing market/sector/industry research, presentation and investor targeting projects, financial, data and peer analyses, analysis of financial statements and development of financial models as well as other ad hoc projects. This position can be located in either our Long Beach, CA or Bakersfield, CA offices and is eligible for a 9/80 and hybrid work-from-home schedule. 

The base annual salary for this posted position is reasonably expected to range from $94K to $165K, with a target annual bonus target of between 15% and 20% of base salary and eligibility to participate in our long-term incentive program.  Individual pay decisions are based on several factors, including education, experience level and relevant industry experience.

Benefits Include: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with Match, Paid holidays, FSA, HSA. 

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate with associated departments to aid the development of presentations to investors, research analysts, rating agencies, and other external and internal stakeholders.
• Support day-to-day work in developing and maintaining key messages for all investor communications/internal stakeholders including remarks and talking points for annual meetings, quarterly conference calls, press releases, filings, Q&A's, infographics, industry conferences, one-on-one visits, IR content on website, etc.
• Work closely with the accounting, finance and planning teams to analyze the financial results and compile important industry trends, statistics and other relevant information for use during the quarterly earnings announcement and conference call, and throughout the year during regular discussions with investors.
• Assist in preparing management for financial community presentations and questions, quarterly calls, investor conferences and non-deal roadshows (NDRs). Support management and department head through investor meetings, events and presentations, as appropriate. Manage the IR calendar including quarterly calls, participation in investor conferences.
• At the direction of the department head, aid to respond to shareholder communications in a timely and accurate manner. Assist department head in broadening relationships with the sell-side and buy-side, and compile and maintain relevant conversation data bases.   
• Monitor analyst valuation models, combines street consensus estimates, peer reviews and identify items that require management's attention. Supports the department in fostering of new relations with sell-side analysts to initiate coverage of CRC.
• Assist in coordination of analyst / investor meetings, conferences, and materials distribution.
•  Aids shareholder targeting exercises and maintains internal databases and research with respect to shareholders, prospective investors and buy side / sell side analysts.
• Participates in the development of materials including presentations, briefing books and ad hoc requests for investment banking conferences, road shows and unique market events.
• Supports management with effective communication vehicles, tools, and ad-hoc research, infographics, disclosures, and market research to assure timely, thorough and accurate information to investors and CRC's executive team. Aggregates, synthesizes, and articulate these findings in a fluent, cohesive and well directed way (written/verbally).
• Aids in maintaining CRC Investor Relations website through direct communication with suppliers, vendors and internal stakeholders.   

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Engineering or related degree. Advanced degree or certification such as MBA, CFA, CPA or proven knowledge of US GAAP desirable. Minor in Finance with a degree of understanding of capital market dynamics, also desirable.  
• Financial background and/or Energy industry experience preferred
• California based  
• Demonstrated financial modeling and analytical skills with a thorough understanding of valuation techniques used by security analysts. Possesses a strong understanding of financial statements.
• Good knowledge of energy sector and CRC in particular.  
• Highly organized and thoughtful with exceptional analytical and quantitative problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to create executive level materials with high attention to detail.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); knowledge of FactSet/Bloomberg is desired.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships. A natural communicator. Strong oral and written communication skills, in addition to strong presentation skills.
• Proactive, curious and positive. Able to learn and adapt quickly in fast paced environment.  
• Dependable, responsible and attentive team player.
• Proven ability to work under pressure, handle confidential information with discretion, be adaptable to various competing demands, and demonstrate the highest level of customer/client service and response.
• Passion for economics, energy sector and energy transition on the global scene and in California.  
• A self-starter who can work autonomously, while also being an energetic, efficient, and resourceful team player. 

CRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability /Veteran