Richard Summers, Cpa
About Richard Summers, Cpa
Richard Summers is a CPA and Controller currently employed at Lone Pine Capital LLC in Greenwich, Connecticut. He has a background in accounting and finance, with previous roles at EY, Morgan Stanley Wealth Management, and GoldenTree Asset Management.
Current Role at Lone Pine Capital
Richard Summers serves as the Controller at Lone Pine Capital LLC, a position he has held since 2024. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the financial operations and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. His experience in financial management contributes to the firm's strategic initiatives and operational efficiency. He is based in Greenwich, Connecticut.
Previous Experience at Lone Pine Capital
Prior to his current role, Richard Summers worked at Lone Pine Capital LLC as the Assistant Controller from 2022 to 2024. In this capacity, he supported the financial reporting and accounting functions of the firm. Additionally, he served as a Fund Accountant at Lone Pine Capital from 2016 to 2022, where he managed financial records and reporting for various funds.
Professional Background in Finance
Richard Summers has a diverse professional background in finance and accounting. He worked as a Fund Accountant at GoldenTree Asset Management for 10 months in 2015-2016. Before that, he gained experience as a Senior Associate at EY from 2012 to 2015, where he was involved in audit and advisory services. His early experience includes a summer internship at Morgan Stanley Wealth Management in 2010.
Education and Qualifications
Richard Summers earned his Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a focus on Accounting and Finance from Ithaca College, completing his studies from 2007 to 2012. This educational background has provided him with a solid foundation in financial principles and practices, which he applies in his professional roles.