Tower Research Capital is a leading quantitative trading firm founded in 1998. Tower has built its business on a high-performance platform and independent trading teams. We have a 25+ year track record of innovation and a reputation for discovering unique market opportunities.
Tower is home to some of the world’s best systematic trading and engineering talent. We empower portfolio managers to build their teams and strategies independently while providing the economies of scale that come from a large, global organization.
Engineers thrive at Tower while developing electronic trading infrastructure at a world class level. Our engineers solve challenging problems in the realms of low-latency programming, FPGA technology, hardware acceleration and machine learning. Our ongoing investment in top engineering talent and technology ensures our platform remains unmatched in terms of functionality, scalability and performance.
At Tower, every employee plays a role in our success. Our Business Support teams are essential to building and maintaining the platform that powers everything we do — combining market access, data, compute, and research infrastructure with risk management, compliance, and a full suite of business services. Our Business Support teams enable our trading and engineering teams to perform at their best.
At Tower, employees will find a stimulating, results-oriented environment where highly intelligent and motivated colleagues inspire each other to reach their greatest potential.
Role Overview:
As Head of Product Control, you will lead a team responsible for daily P&L reporting, balance sheet substantiation, and financial analysis across multiple trading entities, brokers and asset classes. This role requires close collaboration with Operations, Finance, Trading Teams, Risk Management, Corporate Development and Technology teams to ensure accurate financial reporting and effective control processes.
Key Responsibilities:
Overseeing daily P&L production and ensure timely reporting with insightful commentary.
Managing balance sheet reconciliations and ensure compliance with accounting standards.
Collaborating with trading and risk teams to analyze financial performance and market trends.
Leading process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
Mentoring and develop junior team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning.
Qualifications:
A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; professional certifications (e.g., CPA, CFA) preferred.
At least 7–10 years of experience in product control or financial analysis within a trading environment.
A strong understanding of financial instruments and market dynamics.
Proficiency in financial systems and tools; experience with SQL or Python is required.
Excellent leadership, communication, and analytical skills.
Benefits:
Tower’s headquarters are in the historic Equitable Building, right in the heart of NYC’s Financial District and our impact is global, with over a dozen offices around the world.
At Tower, we believe work should be both challenging and enjoyable. That is why we foster a culture where smart, driven people thrive – without the egos. Our open concept workplace, casual dress code, and well-stocked kitchens reflect the value we place on a friendly, collaborative environment where everyone is respected, and great ideas win.
Our benefits include:
- Generous paid time off policies
- Savings plans and other financial wellness tools available in each region
- Hybrid working opportunities
- Free breakfast, lunch, and snacks daily
- In-office wellness experiences and reimbursement for select wellness expenses (e.g., gym, personal training and more)
- Company-sponsored sports teams and fitness events (JPM Corporate Challenge, Cycle for Survival, Wall Street Rides FAR and more)
- Volunteer opportunities and charitable giving
- Social events, happy hours, treats, and celebrations throughout the year
- Workshops and continuous learning opportunities
At Tower, you’ll find a collaborative and welcoming culture, a diverse team and a workplace that values both performance and enjoyment. No unnecessary hierarchy. No ego. Just great people doing great work – together.
Tower Research Capital is an equal opportunity employer.
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What We Do
Founded in 1998 by Mark Gorton, Tower Research Capital is a trading and technology company that has built some of the fastest, most sophisticated electronic trading platforms in the world.
