Farm Portfolio & Client Relations Manager

Busey Bank; 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 insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

Long-term disability

Wellness incentives

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Busey Bank is seeking a Farm Manager to oversee farmland accounts for owner clients, coordinating both in-office and on-farm activities related to production and financial management.

The role involves prospecting for new agreements, managing leases with operators, and delivering periodic financial reporting to clients, with emphasis on both agricultural operations and client relationships.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of general agricultural principles.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Accounting principles.

Responsibilities

• Oversee portfolio of farm accounts.
• Secure farm management agreements through prospecting, analysis, and sales.
• Develop/maintain farm lease agreements with qualified farm operators.
• Make site visits to properties to evaluate operation and communicate findings to clients.
• Review periodic financial reports for clients as requested.
• Coordinate day-to-day management with owners and tenants including reports and recommendations.
• Discuss land maintenance, drainage, fertility, crop planning and related issues with owners/tenants.
• Attend continuing education seminars as required.

Skills

Agricultural principles

Oral and written communication

Accounting principles

Education

Bachelor's degree in agriculture

Licensing/accreditation pursued after hire

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Busey Bank is seeking a Farm Manager to oversee farmland accounts for owner clients, coordinating both in-office and on-farm activities related to production and financial management.

The role involves prospecting for new agreements, managing leases with operators, and delivering periodic financial reporting to clients, with emphasis on both agricultural operations and client relationships.