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Tower Peak Partners · 2 months ago

Chief Financial & Risk Officer - North America

New York, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

20+ years exp

Tower Peak Partners is a private markets investment firm focused on delivering differentiated value investments for institutional investors. The Regional CFO, USA supports the Group CFO in overseeing financial management and risk functions for the US operations, ensuring alignment with Group strategies and driving operational excellence.

Asset ManagementSustainabilityVenture Capital

Responsibilities

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

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

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

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

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

Qualification

Financial LeadershipRisk ManagementAccounting StandardsFinancial GovernanceMBAEquivalentACACPAFRMCultural AwarenessStrategic MindsetLeadership Skills

Required

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

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