Nuveen Natural Capital is a land-focused investment manager with more than $12 billion of assets under management. Managing assets across diverse geographies, crop and tree species and operating strategies, we provide investors access to global farmland and timberland opportunities.
Financial Controller Role Overview
The Financial Controller will be responsible for the financial management of multiple investment funds and their respective Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs). This includes funds where overall fund management is led by a partner, as well as international funds where the Financial Controller will engage with global teams and support fund- and SPV-level financial operations.
* Manage the financials of multiple funds, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and investor reporting standards.
* 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 (e.g., Yardi) 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 and ensure 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 while 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.
* 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.