Nuveen Natural Capital - Senior Accountant, Based in Wagga Wagga

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Nuveen Natural Capital - Senior Accountant, Based in Wagga Wagga
Nuveen Natural Capital (NNC) is a land-focused asset management platform. NNC provides investors access to global farmland and timberland opportunities, managing assets across diverse geographies, crop and tree species and operating strategies. NNC made its first international investment outside of the US in Australia in 2007 and has developed a diversified portfolio across broadacre, viticulture, and horticulture assets in key agriculture areas across Australia. For more information about NNC please visit our website at www.nuveen.com/naturalcapital.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Tertiary qualifications in Accounting.
• Professional qualification such as CA or CPA qualification.
• Minimum 7 years Accounting experience.
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills, including Excel.
• Knowledge of the relevant tax legislation in Australia and of Australian Accounting Standards.
• Experience in Accounting Standards (IFRS and GAAP).
• In depth knowledge of investment management and alternative products.
• Experience with Global Investment Performance Standards.
• Experience interacting with internal and external auditors.
• A background in agriculture or agribusiness, or a general industry understanding and/or appreciation.

OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE:

The primary purpose of the Senior Accountant is to ensure accurate and timely completion go the financial statements for the investment entities whilst maintaining internal controls and external compliance. The role with have responsibility for the Nature Based Solutions Fund and Timberland Fund in Australia, whilst providing supporting on the existing farmland funds in Australia.
This includes completing the Investment Accounting, taxation and audit compliance for the certain Australian investment entities, working closely with the fund administrator and external trustees to ensure deliverables to investors are met.
This position also provides back-up support to the Financial Controller (from a business continuity perspective), with particular responsibilities of that role.