Athena Cole

Athena Cole is a seasoned finance professional with extensive experience in fund accounting and client reporting, currently serving as Director Senior Fund Controller at Barings since October 2024. Prior roles include Client Reporting Manager at Pantheon, Investment Accountant at Nuveen, and Senior Associate at PATRIZIA Immobilien AG, among others. Athena has managed diverse teams and portfolios, closely collaborating with CFOs and Fund Managers to address fund-related queries and ensuring compliance with IFRS and GAAP standards. Athena's educational background includes a BSc in Accounting from Oxford Brookes University and qualifications from Holborn College and Cognitio.