Nuveen Natural Capital
We are the investment management arm of TIAA, one of the largest global asset managers with specialist knowledge across a wide array of asset classes. Our mission is to work in partnership with our clients to create outcome-focused solutions and help them secure their financial future.
Overview of Nuveen Natural Capital:
We are a land-focused investment manager with over $12 billion of assets under management. We provide investors access to global farmland and timberland opportunities through our expertise and experience.
The Role:
We are seeking a Financial Controller to manage the financials of multiple investment funds and their respective Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs). This includes fund- and SPV-level financial activities, such as accounting, tax compliance, budget control, and financial structuring.
* Manage fund financials ensuring regulatory requirements and investor reporting standards are met.
* Oversee SPV-level financial activities including accounting, tax compliance, budget control, and financial structuring.
* Monitor and manage cash flow across funds and SPVs assessing leverage capacity and liquidity needs.
* Generate and analyse financial reports from accounting systems to support strategic decision-making.
* Manage capital calls, distributions, and NAV calculations for all funds under management.
* Provide financial forecasts considering asset performance, operating costs, and market conditions.
* Supervise payroll management ensuring compliance with labour laws across jurisdictions.
* Manage IT systems implementation and maintenance to support financial reporting and internal controls.
* Work with tax advisors to optimize fund and SPV tax strategies ensuring full compliance with all jurisdictions.
* Coordinate insurance coverage for SPVs working with brokers or insurance providers.
* Oversee and coordinate relationships with external advisors including tax consultants, auditors, legal advisors, IT service providers, and insurance brokers.
International Engagement & Compliance:
* Collaborate with global teams and external service providers.
* Ensure adherence to diverse regulatory frameworks across jurisdictions working closely with legal and compliance teams.
* Coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors in different countries to ensure financial transparency and accuracy.
* Liaise with compliance officers at Nuveen and other relevant institutions to ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
Qualifications & Experience Required:
* Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
* Experience in financial management for at least 12 years preferably in investment funds, private equity, or real assets.
* Good understanding of fund structures, NAV calculations, capital calls, and financial reporting.
* Strong analytical and forecasting skills with a proactive approach to financial planning.
* Fluent in both Spanish and English.
Competencies Required:
* Initiative and self-motivation.
* Positive can-do attitude with the drive and ambition to deliver expectations.
* Ability to interact effectively with a dispersed and diverse stakeholder group.
* Strong communication both written and oral.
* Persuading and influencing.
* Attention to detail.