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Chief Financial & Risk Officer - North America

New York, United States

Tower Peak Partners is a private markets investment firm launched in 2024. It is headquartered in London and has offices in New York and Rio de Janeiro. The firm is a collective of highly-skilled and recognisable investment professionals and industry executives from around the world. Tower Peak Partners manages thematic investment funds for institutional investors and principal investments through its own balance sheet. The Firm's investment themes capture opportunities in markets that experience deep structural changes, caused by technological advancements, climate change, socio-economic trends and policy developments.The firm delivers investment strategies to institutional investors around the globe, across private equity, venture capital, real assets and intellectual property asset classes. It has 4 dedicated investment teams, each with an average of 25 years of investment experience in industrial transition, aerospace & defense, media, entertainment & sports, and social impact.

Role Summary 

The Regional CFO, USA supports the Group CFO in overseeing the financial management, performance, and control environment of the Group’s operations across the region, and in this role, leads the finance function for the US operations. 

The CFO, USA also leads the regional firm risk management function, with oversight from the Group CRO, ensuring effective identification, assessment, and mitigation of financial and non-financial risks across entities in the region. 

The role ensures alignment with Group finance, audit and risk strategy, policies, and governance standards while driving operational excellence, financial discipline, and risk management at the regional level. 

As a partner/managing partner, the CFO, USA is primarily accountable for fulfilling their CFO responsibilities, while also acting as a driving force for ideas and strategic input at the leadership table. 

Key Responsibilities

Financial Leadership and Oversight 

  • Act as the principal financial lead for the region, ensuring timely and accurate reporting, budgeting, and forecasting 
  • Support the Group CFO in consolidating regional performance and providing insights on key variances, trends, and drivers 
  • Oversee statutory accounts, audit processes, and regulatory compliance within the region 
  • Ensure financial operations are conducted in accordance with Group Finance and Audit policies, including accounting policies, and with IFRS/US GAAP where applicable 
  • Implement and drive working capital management, liquidity and capital adequacy forecast and monitoring 

Strategic and Operational Support 

  • Partner with regional management and business heads to support growth initiatives, cost optimization, and profitability enhancement 
  • Provide financial input into strategic decision-making, investment analysis, and new business development 
  • Contribute to the definition and execution of the regional business plan and medium-term financial objectives 

Risk Management and Controls 

  • Lead the regional firm risk management function, ensuring a consistent risk framework aligned with Group standards 
  • Identify, assess, and monitor key financial, operational, and compliance risks affecting the region 
  • Oversee internal control effectiveness and ensure remediation of audit or control findings 
  • Support the Group Finance and Audit and Group Operational Risk and Compliance Committees with timely and comprehensive reporting on regional risk exposures and mitigations 

Governance and Compliance 

  • Ensure adherence to Group policies, procedures, and regulatory obligations 
  • Maintain a robust internal control environment to safeguard assets and ensure data integrity 
  • Act as a key liaison with internal and external auditors, regulators, and tax authorities as required 

Team Leadership and Development 

  • Manage and develop regional finance teams, fostering high standards of performance, integrity, and collaboration 
  • Promote knowledge sharing, best practices, and process harmonization across entities 
  • Serve as a key link between regional finance teams and Group Finance leadership 

Candidate Profile 

Qualifications and Experience 

  • Minimum 20 years of experience in the financial industry or in treasury/finance functions, ideally within an investment management, multinational, or financial services environment 
  • Proven track record in regional or divisional financial leadership roles 
  • Strong command of accounting standards, risk management frameworks, and financial governance practices 
  • MBA or equivalent advanced degree from a leading academic institution; ACA, CPA, or FRM qualifications are a plus 

Personal Attributes 

  • Strategic mindset with strong operational execution. 
  • High integrity, resilience, and sound judgment. 
  • Ability to work effectively across cultures and time zones. 
  • Strong leadership and influencing skills 

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