Farm Accounts & Operations Manager

Busey-Bank-2; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 58,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Profit sharing

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Medical

Dental

Vision

Company-paid life insurance

Long-term disability

Short-term disability

Wellness incentives

Employee assistance program

Pre-tax Health Savings Account

Flexible spending account

Job summary

Busey Bank seeks a Farm Manager to oversee farmland ownership accounts for owner clients, directing in-office and on-farm activities from production to financial management. You will secure management agreements, develop lease terms, visit properties, review client reports, and coordinate day-to-day communications with owners and tenants, ensuring compliance and profitability.

Requires a bachelor’s degree in an agricultural field, strong communication, and proficiency with Microsoft Office;

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in an agricultural-related field.
• Strong knowledge of general agricultural principles.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Professional licensing and accreditation pursued if not yet held.

Responsibilities

• Oversee portfolio of farm accounts.
• Develop/maintain farm lease agreements.
• Conduct site visits and prepare client reports.
• Review financial reports for clients.
• Coordinate day-to-day farm management with owners and tenants.
• Attend continuing education seminars.

Skills

Farm management

Communication skills

Accounting principles

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in agriculture or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Busey Bank seeks a Farm Manager to oversee farmland ownership accounts for owner clients, directing in-office and on-farm activities from production to financial management. You will secure management agreements, develop lease terms, visit properties, review client reports, and coordinate day-to-day communications with owners and tenants, ensuring compliance and profitability.

Requires a bachelor’s degree in an agricultural field, strong communication, and proficiency with Microsoft Office;