Financial Associate, Natural Capital

The Financial Associate will report to the Head of Global Horticulture and will be responsible for certain day-to-day financial modeling, analytical functions and internal reporting. This role will also work closely with Investment Managers that play a crucial role in acquisitions, dispositions and ongoing investment underwriting. This role completes ad-hoc projects as required.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

Prepare and update acquisition, disposition and underwriting models in Excel

Generate materials and conduct research for investment proposals and oversight memos

Participate in property due diligence process

Conduct research and analysis to support various ad hoc projects and strategic initiatives

Provide assistance in analyzing monthly, quarterly, and annual budget vs. actual reports

Analyze property appraisals, interface with appraisers, maintain appraisal/comp database

Generate and analyze various reports from Yardi accounting system (as requested)

Respond to accounts receivable and property tax inquiries from internal Finance staff

Assist with capturing and updating ESG related items for reporting purposes

Prepare capex memos for various on-farm needs

Preparation of presentation materials (as requested)

Educational Requirements

University (Degree) Preferred

Work Experience

No Experience Required

Physical Requirements

Physical Requirements: Sedentary Work

Career Level
5IC

Preferred Qualifications:

2+ years of financial experience preferably in the agriculture industry University degree in agriculture, business, finance, economics, accounting or real estateStrong proficiency in Microsoft suite of products of Excel, Word, PowerPointPrevious experience conducting financial analysis, financial modeling, and data managementStrong written and verbal communication skillsFlexibility for occasional local day travel to farm properties (maybe 2 times per month).

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Related Skills

Business Development, Client Relationship Management, Collaboration, Data Analysis, Financial Modeling, Investment Reporting Oversight, Investments, Market/Industry Dynamics, Natural Capital Investments, Nuveen Products/Services Acumen, Relationship Management, Story Telling

Anticipated Posting End Date:

2025-08-05

Base Pay Range: $56,400/yr - $123,000/yr

Actual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, base salary of internal peers, prior performance, business sector, and geographic location.  In addition to base salary, the competitive compensation package may include, depending on the role, participation in an incentive program linked to performance (for example, annual discretionary incentive programs, non-annual sales incentive plans, or other non-annual incentive plans). 

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Nuveen, the investment manager of TIAA, offers a comprehensive range of outcome-focused investment solutions designed to secure the long-term financial goals of institutional and individual investors. Its affiliates offer deep expertise across a comprehensive range of traditional and alternative investments through a wide array of vehicles and customized strategies. For more information about the firm please visit our website at www.Nuveen.com

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