Director, External Reporting and Technical Accounting Leader

Director External Reporting & Technical Accounting Job Summary: The External Reporting and Technical Accounting Director leads a team of experienced accounting professionals responsible for the preparation of Nuveens quarterly and annual financial statements as well as providing technical accounting guidance on complex transactions. This role holds end-to-end accountability for the accuracy completeness and timeliness of external financial reporting in accordance with GAAP and applicable regulatory requirements and provides strategic accounting support on mergers acquisitions and other complex business transactions.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Leads the team responsible for the preparation and review of Nuveens quarterly and annual audited financial statements ensuring accuracy completeness and conformance with U.S. GAAP IFRS and internal reporting standards and ensuring all deliverables are produced on a timely basis in accordance with established reporting calendars.

• Coordinates with external auditors legal tax and other key stakeholders to facilitate a well-controlled and efficient audit and reporting cycle.

• Serves as the organizations primary technical accounting resource providing authoritative guidance and thought and strategic leadership on the accounting implications of complex transactions including mergers and acquisitions restructurings new product launches and other non-routine business activities.

• Leads technical accounting assessments for proposed and executed transactions researching relevant accounting literature documenting conclusions in formal accounting memos and communicating findings clearly to finance leadership and other key stakeholders.

• Monitors and evaluates the impact of emerging accounting standards and regulatory developments issued by FASB SEC and other standard-setting bodies advising senior leadership on implications for Nuveens financial reporting and proactively driving implementation efforts.

• Partners closely with FP&A to support Investor Relations reporting and other external-facing financial communications ensuring alignment between audited financial results and management reporting narratives presented to investors and other external stakeholders.

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• Manages and develops a high-performing team through regular coaching timely performance feedback and the formal performance review process fostering a culture of technical excellence accountability and continuous professional growth.

Educational Requirements

• University (Degree) Preferred

Work Experience

• 5 Years Required; 7 Years Preferred

Physical Requirements

• Physical Requirements: Sedentary Work

Career Level
9PL

REQUIRED QUALIFICATION:

• 5 years of controls audit accounting or finance experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 7 years of controls audit accounting or finance experience.
• CPA or equivalent professional designation preferred
• Demonstrated experience in external financial reporting and technical on complex transactions including mergers and acquisitions

Anticipated Posting End Date:

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 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).

Company Overview

Nuveen is a global investment leader managing public and private assets for clients around the world and on behalf of TIAA our parent company and one of the worlds largest institutional investors. We invest in the growth of businesses real estate infrastructure and natural capital providing clients with the reliability access and foresight unique to our heritage. Our prevailing perspective on the future drives our ambition to innovate and adapt our business to the changing needs of investors - all to pursue lasting performance for our clients our communities and our global to learn more about us.

Our Culture of Impact

At TIAA were on a mission to build on our 100 year legacy of delivering for our clients while evolving to meet tomorrows challenges. We equip our associates with future-focused skills and AI tools that enable us to advance our mission. Together we are fighting to ensure a more secure financial future for all and for generations to come. We are guided by our values: Champion Our People Be Client Obsessed Lead with Integrity Own It and Win As One. They influence every decision we make and how we work together to serve our clients every day. We thrive in a collaborative in-office environment where teams work across organizational boundaries with shared purpose accelerating innovation and delivering meaningful results. Our workplace brings together TIAA and Nuveens entrepreneurial spirit where we work hard and work together to create lasting impact. Here every associate can grow through meaningful learning experiences and development pathwaysbecause when our people succeed our impact on clients lives grows stronger.

Benefits and Total Rewards

The organization is committed to making financial well-being possible for its clients and is equally committed to the well-being of our associates. Thats why we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to make a positive difference in the lives of our associates and their loved ones. Our benefits include a superior retirement program and highly competitive health wellness and work life offerings that can help you achieve and maintain your best possible physical emotional and financial well-being. To learn more about your benefits please review our Benefits Summary.

Equal Opportunity

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