Nuveen is the investment management arm of TIAA. It is one of the largest global asset managers with specialist knowledge across a wide array of asset classes, including fixed income, equities and alternatives. Nuveen is driven not only by the independent investment processes across the firm, but also the insights, risk management, analytics and other tools and resources a truly world class platform provides. As a global asset manager, our mission is to work in partnership with our clients to create outcome focused solutions to help them secure their financial future. For more information about the firm please visit our website at
Overview of the Role :
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. With over 35 years of investment experience and more than 230 employees located across 10 countries globally the platform offers unparalleled geographic reach married with deep sector expertise.
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. The role requires expertise in financial reporting, compliance, cash flow management, and international fund structures, along with strong coordination of external advisors across multiple disciplines.
Key responsibilities :
1. Manage the financials of multiple funds, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and investor reporting standards.
2. Oversee SPV level financial activities, including accounting, tax compliance, budget control, and financial structuring.
3. Monitor and manage cash flow across funds and SPVs, assessing leverage capacity and liquidity needs.
4. Generate and analyse financial reports from accounting systems (e.g., Yardi) to support strategic decision making.
5. Manage capital calls, distributions, and NAV calculations for all funds under management.
6. Provide financial forecasts, considering asset performance, operating costs, and market conditions.
7. Supervise payroll management and ensure compliance with labour laws across jurisdictions.
8. Manage IT systems implementation and maintenance to support financial reporting and internal controls.
9. Work with tax advisors to optimize fund and SPV tax strategies while ensuring full compliance with all jurisdictions.
10. Coordinate insurance coverage for SPVs, working with brokers or insurance providers.
11. Oversee and coordinate relationships with external advisors, including tax consul