Beef À La Beer

1/2 cup all-purpose flour

1 (4-pound) boneless beef chuck roast, cut into 1/2-inch cubes

3 tablespoons vegetable oil

2 (10 1/2-ounce) cans chicken broth, undiluted

1 (12-ounce) can beer

1/2 cup red wine vinegar

1 cup chopped fresh parsley

3 tablespoons light brown sugar

1 tablespoon salt

3/4 teaspoon garlic powder

2 teaspoons dried thyme

2 teaspoons pepper

2 small bay leaves