Account Specialist - Paragould, AR

E Farmcredit; Paragould (AR); On-site; USD 49,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Well-being and fitness reimbursement

Paid vacation, sick leave, and major-h

401(k) plan with company contributions

Paid parental leave

Disability coverage

Job summary

Farm Credit Mid-America seeks an Account Specialist to deliver financial services and exceptional customer care. You will handle loan origination, credit delivery, portfolio evaluation, and ongoing customer communication through the loan process.

You will contribute to routine work with growing confidence, applying established procedures while collaborating with team members to achieve business outcomes. A strong emphasis on accuracy and compliance guides daily activity.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED with 5 years relevant experience required.
• Bachelor's degree with 1 year relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Delivers an exceptional customer experience by providing timely, thorough service that meets internal deadlines.
• Builds and maintains strong customer relationships by understanding customer goals and credit strengths.
• Interprets financial information, asks probing questions, and recommends appropriate products and services including loan decisions and conditions.
• Manages application, renewal, and loan servicing activities by obtaining required information and entering financial data.
• Proactively evaluates portfolio to identify cross‑selling opportunities and supports marketing strategies.

Skills

Customer service

Loan processing

Cross-selling

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Bachelor's degree

Job description

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Farm Credit Mid-America is a financial services cooperative serving financial needs of farmers and rural residents in Arkansas, Indiana, Kentucky, Missouri, Ohio, and Tennessee. Our purpose is to secure the future of rural communities and agriculture. We are passionate about serving the needs of our rural communities and creating positive customer experiences.

Farm Credit Mid-America is a great place to work! We have been named as a Best Places to Work in Kentucky for the past 14 years. At Farm Credit Mid-America we put our customers and team members at the heart of all we do.

SCHEDULE: Full Time, Onsite
TRAVEL REQUIRED: 0% - 5%

Compensation: The salary range for this position is estimated to be $49,208.00 – $89,931.00 annualized, which reflects the company’s current estimate of the potential compensation range at the time of posting. This salary range reflects the anticipated compensation for this position and represents one component of the total rewards package. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, education, qualifications, and allotted budget. The organization offers a comprehensive benefits program as part of its overall compensation strategy, and salary ranges are reviewed periodically to remain aligned with market conditions.

Benefits At A Glance

Eligible team members have access to a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  
• Well-being and fitness reimbursement programs
  
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
  
• 401(k) plan with company contributions and matching opportunities
  
• Paid parental leave
  
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
  
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs
  
• Community involvement and volunteer opportunities
  
• Variable compensation opportunities for eligible positions

About Our Opportunity

The Account Specialist provides exceptional customer service by delivering financial services. Customer service is defined as internal and external customer care. Responsibilities include loan origination and delivery of credit, evaluating the portfolio to identify cross‑selling opportunities and marketing campaigns for those opportunities, and continued communication with the customer during the loan approval process.

This role contributes independently to routine and recurring work with growing confidence and consistency. It applies established procedures, manages assigned responsibilities effectively, and collaborates with others to support business outcomes. Team members at this level are expanding functional knowledge, strengthening judgment, and developing problem‑solving skills within defined parameters.

How You Will Spend Your Time

• Delivers an exceptional customer experience by providing timely, thorough service that exceeds customer expectations while meeting internal deadlines.
• Builds and maintains strong customer relationships by understanding customer goals, credit strengths and weaknesses, participating in active conversations, and occasionally supporting joint sales calls to enhance relationships.
• Interprets and evaluates financial information, asks probing follow‑up questions, and recommends appropriate products and services, including delivering loan decisions, conditions, and key talking points.
• Manages application, renewal, and loan servicing activities by obtaining required information, meeting with customers, entering financial data, and adhering to established targets, timelines, and process guides.
• Proactively evaluates portfolio and customer information to identify cross‑selling opportunities and partners with Financial Officers to plan and support marketing strategies.
• Utilizes technology, tools, and resources effectively to streamline operations, support customers, remain current on Association changes, and ensure compliance with regulatory and procedural guidelines to minimize risk.
• Completes routine assignments independently using established procedures and sound judgment.
• Applies working knowledge to resolve common issues and identifies when to seek guidance.
• Communicates clearly with teammates and internal partners to support coordinated work.
• Organizes workload to meet deadlines and deliver consistent, reliable outcomes.
• Contributes ideas that strengthen processes, accuracy, and effectiveness.
• Uses available tools and resources to resolve straightforward issues and improve confidence.

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma/GED with 5 years relevant experience required.
• Bachelor's degree with 1 year relevant experience preferred.

Mental & Physical Requirements

While engaged in this position, team members will routinely sit, use hands for tasks, and communicate orally. Standing or walking is frequently required, while occasional demands include reaching with hands and arms, and lifting or moving up to ten pounds. Vision requirements encompass close and distance vision. The work environment typically has a moderate noise level. This role may entail a blend of mental and physical capabilities, requiring strong mental acuity, problem‑solving skills, and occasional physical tasks such as standing, lifting, or extended computer usage. Some roles may require physical or mental requirements related to driving, such as a valid driver's license, and the ability to drive a long‑distance. Reasonable accommodations will be considered for individuals as requested.

Farm Credit Mid-America provides a competitive total rewardspackage to our team members. This includes an award winning 401(k) Plan.Our Health and Financial wellness benefits provide safety, security and peace of mind for you and your family. Here is a highlight of our Total Rewards and Benefits .

Farm Credit Mid-America is an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will receive consideration for employments without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other category protected by law.