Jan 22, 2009

Business Consultant & Crop Industry Leader

Business Consultant & Crop Industry

I'll be honest - I have several friends that work for AgStar Financial Services.  They have a way of keeping great employees around. Many of my friends went there as new grads and they are still there.  This is not the case in a lot of other companies where people stay for perhaps 2 years, and then on to something new.  AgStar is special.  Great client relationships, excellent perks.  Right now is a great time to be joining in with an organization like this - trust me - you'll want to take a good look at this job listing!


humanresources@agstar.com MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: The purpose of this position is to deliver outstanding consulting services which exceed client expectations and help ensure the client achieves specific business and family goals. The incumbent performs family business planning, farm business planning, financial planning, and other consulting services to farm and agribusiness clients of a moderately complex to complex nature. The incumbent will partner with other team members to provide technical and financial expertise to the enterprise. Responsible for actively promoting and marketing Consulting services to clients and prospective clients. The Consultant may serve as the primary relationship manager for clients where no credit relationship exists. As part of this activity, the incumbent markets AgStar's services and other related services to clients and prospective clients based upon the individual's need for these products.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: This position requires a Bachelors degree in agricultural economics, animal sciences, or related field and a minimum of 5 years Ag related experience, or equivalent. Master degree (MBA) or CPA/CMA preferred. Incumbent must have the desire to develop a thorough understanding of family business planning processes and techniques. Incumbent must have the demonstrated ability to coach/teach others. The position requires strong interpersonal, communication, presentation, analytical, financial analysis, time management and organizational skills as well as strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and Power Point. Incumbent must have solid marketing and sales skills. The incumbent must also have a solid understanding of tax and accounting matters. Position requires a valid US driver's license. AgStar, a progressive $5 Billion financial services cooperative, offers great perks, including:

• Competitive base salary • Incentive opportunity • Health Insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, etc.) • 401k with 9% company match • Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays • Educational assistance • Training and development programs
To learn more about our company, please visit our website at www.agstar.com.

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