Darren Frank Email & Phone Number

New York, Ny, Us

In my current role as business advisor and operating partner, I provide fractional CFO/COO and strategy services to Private Equity and Venture Capital investors, and their respective portfolio companies. I specialize in the following areas:- Driving sustainable growth, organically and through acquisition - Delivering efficiencies - Identifying and managing risks- Preparing for investment/ listing/divestiture/sale.

San Francisco, California, Us

In my role as COO and Head of Business Support for Wealth & Investment Management (WIM), I worked closely with the WIM Executive Office, focusing on efficiencies, expense management, sales management, real estate strategy, management of global solutions activity, cross business support activities, WIM intranet & digital experience, governance and risk & control activities.I was accountable for direct and indirect costs, leading initiatives to improve financial performance, operating efficiency, risk and people management.I led the offshoring strategy and oversaw transition of resources.I oversaw governance processes, orchestrating reorganization efforts or changes in HR status.I led global delivery, international and third party risk management programs.I also led delivery of digital tools, including information sharing and collaboration capabilities.

Frankfurt Am Main, Hessen, De

In my previous role as regional Chief Operating Officer (COO) and business manager of transaction banking, I oversaw the cash management Americas business, including corporate cash and institutional cash franchises.I led planning, business strategy, delivery, coordination and project management. I oversaw budgeting and forecasting, analysis of financial results, expense and resource management, risks, controls, and HR related matters.I led programs to drive performance, efficiencies and productivity.I was a trusted advisor to the Americas business head and the leadership team.I spearheaded employment, engagement and retention of a high quality, diverse workforce, with succession planning for critical roles.In addition, I was charged with:Delivering effective governance and prudent risk management.Leading partner engagement (Audit, Compliance, Finance, HR, Legal, Marketing, Operations, Risk and Technology).

Frankfurt Am Main, Hessen, De

Vice President * Regional Head of Finance * Global Foreign Exchange (GFX)/Pool/Repo/Listed Derivatives and Clearing * Regional Chief Regulatory and Control OfficerWhile in these simultaneous roles, I piloted multiple teams concurrently in supporting adoption of and ongoing adherence to U.S. regulations, independent review/reporting of daily P&L/risk/financial performance, month-end close, accounting (US GAAP/IFRS) and oversight of financial statements & disclosures (including U.S./India). I also:Directed all process re-engineering initiatives and realigned controls. Fostered relationships with auditors and regulators, provided guidance on compliance and oversaw implementation of changes. Served as the global lead on issues raised by U.S. regulators with the governance of remediation efforts in NY.Ensured firm compliancy with IHC, Volcker rule, CCAR, and U.S. Basel III.

Frankfurt Am Main, Hessen, De

My focus in the course of 30 months was in leading Finance teams globally, as Chief Operating Officer, in adopting Model Risk controls across Equities and Fixed Income businesses globally. I led the design, development and implementation of the control framework globally, oversaw IT implementation, design of policies, procedures & governance frameworks, and created & resourced a team to support the monitoring and reporting of model usage and exceptions globally.

Frankfurt Am Main, Hessen, De

Vice President * Finance Manager * Equities * Structured Credit * Head of Market Conformity ControlIn this position, I piloted multiple teams concurrently. I spearheaded the exotic Equity deal review team in reviewing trade economics, booking features, accounting (US GAAP/IFRS), reserves, valuation methodology, regulatory capital, P&L drivers, risk sensitivities and controls. I oversaw the independent review and reporting of daily P&L/risk/financial performance of the Structured Credit business, and oversaw month-end close, accounting and financials & disclosures (including U.K./India).I also:Oversaw independent price testing of equity and fixed income products globally for off-market transactions, steered market data/licensing negotiations, led the closure of audit and regulatory findings, defined & managed the book of work/IT budget, and IT prioritization. Led day-to-day operations (including U.K./Philippines teams).

Zurich, Ch

In this role, I oversaw the development and rollout of independent price testing (IPV) frameworks and valuation methodology for Flow/Structured Credit products globally.I also:Conducted Structured Credit deal reviews, including review of trade economics, booking features, accounting (US GAAP/IFRS), reserves, valuation methodology, regulatory capital, P&L drivers, risk sensitivities and controls.Managed day-to-day operations of IPV/Product Control teams (including U.K./Singapore)

In this position, I spearheaded the rollout of a sushi restaurant chain start-up venture. I created the business plan and oversaw financial decision making, implemented accounting systems & controls, set pricing strategy and implemented marketing campaigns.In addition, I oversaw the accounting function, preparation of financial statements, disclosures and reporting. I also:Developed a franchising model and led negotiations for sale of the business.

Chicago, Il, Us

In my position as supervisor for audit and consulting engagements, I provided audit and advisory services for investors. I advised on investment strategy, acquisitions, divestments, risk, leverage & return, and oversaw due diligence. I also: Advised and audited clients on accounting treatment, group consolidation, financial statements and disclosures, tax structuring and regulatory compliance.Advised clients on system & control weaknesses and provided recommendations to remediate.

Master'S Degree, South African Institute Of Chartered Accountants

Bachelor Of Commerce (Bcom), Accounting/Audit/Finance & Taxation

Bachelor Of Commerce (Bcom) Honors * Post Graduate Degree, Accounting/Audit/Finance & Taxation