Christina Houghton, Chief Financial Officer
Professional Overview
Christina Houghton is a seasoned finance executive with over 15 years of experience in the investment management industry. As the Chief Financial Officer of Balbec Capital LP, she is responsible for overseeing the firm's financial operations, strategic planning, and risk management initiatives.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Chief Financial Officer of Balbec Capital LP, Christina is responsible for leading the firm's financial strategy, reporting, and compliance. She works closely with the executive team to drive operational efficiency, enhance financial controls, and support the firm's growth initiatives. Under her leadership, Balbec Capital has streamlined its financial processes, improved reporting transparency, and strengthened its risk management framework.
Career Progression
Prior to joining Balbec Capital, Christina served as the Deputy Chief Financial Officer at the firm, where she played a key role in the integration of acquired entities and the implementation of new financial systems. Before that, she was the Chief Financial Officer at CapitalSpring, where she oversaw the firm's financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and investor reporting. Earlier in her career, Christina held various finance and accounting roles at American Capital and Apollo Management, where she gained extensive experience in investment management, private equity, and real estate finance.
Academic Background
Christina holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from the University of Georgia. She is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and a member of the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA).
Areas of Expertise
- Financial management and strategy
- Regulatory compliance and reporting
- Investment portfolio management
- Merger and acquisition integration
- Financial modeling and forecasting
- Risk management and internal controls
Professional Impact
Throughout her career, Christina has demonstrated a strong track record of driving financial excellence and operational improvements. At CapitalSpring, she played a key role in the firm's successful acquisition and integration of several portfolio companies, optimizing financial reporting and streamlining processes. At Balbec Capital, she has been instrumental in strengthening the firm's financial controls, enhancing reporting transparency, and supporting the firm's growth initiatives.
Conclusion
Christina Houghton is a highly accomplished finance executive with a proven ability to navigate the complexities of the investment management industry. Her expertise in financial management, strategic planning, and risk oversight, combined with her strong leadership skills, make her a valuable asset to Balbec Capital as the firm continues to grow and expand its reach.
