Consulting Analyst Associate

Description / Job Summary

Join a team focused on the success of our customers, the success of our communities, and the success of each other. Farm Credit East (FCE) is the leading provider of loans and farm advisory services to farm, forest product, fishing, and other agricultural business owners across the northeast with $13.5 billion in total loan volume and $29 million in annual financial services revenue from 18,000 customers across our 8-state territory. We are One Team Working Together with a focus on our five pillars : Outstanding Customer and Employee Experience, Quality Growth, Operational Excellence, Commitment to our Communities, and Protecting Customer Information.

As a member of the Farm Advisory Services team, the Consulting Analyst works with the Consultants to profitably deliver accurate, high quality, high impact consulting service to customers in a manner that enables them to better accomplish business / family objectives and meets Farm Credit East fee income objectives. In addition, consultants and their support team develop a wide network of agricultural professionals and leaders from various sectors supporting the industry.

A good understanding of accounting principles and a basic understanding of tax law are keys, as are excellent communication and customer service skills. This role works closely with tax and business accounting analyst staff, loan officers, and other business units to develop a strong understanding of Farm Credit East's products and services to provide valuable solutions to customers' financial and business needs. Those successful in this role possess a proactive, self-starter mindset along with a willingness to cultivate relationships with both new and existing customers.

The value drivers for this role are as follows :

• Provides high quality consulting reports and services for a profitable fee to fuel Association growth and add value to the customer relationship
• Collaborates with the consulting team to provide a best-in-class consulting practice recognizing areas of specialization within the group that can be broadcast to all customers to further drive value

Come join a collaborative, customer-focused team at Farm Credit East!

Duties and Responsibilities

Creating Customer Value

Business Development

Required Education or Experience

Compensation and Benefits :

401k match up to 6% of salary; or for those unable to take full advantage of the 401(k) match, verified student loan payments may qualify for an employer match in your 401(k) up to 6% of salary

15-25 days of vacation leave per year, depending on years of service

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, including preventive care and wellness programs to support your overall health and well-being

Tuition reimbursement

Eligibility Begins : First of the month following your hire date

Farm Credit East is an Equal Opportunity Employer. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. It is our goal to make employment decisions that further the principle of equal employment opportunity by utilizing objective standards based upon an individual's qualifications for a specific job opening. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act ("ADA"), if you have a disability and would like a reasonable accommodation in order to apply for a position with Farm Credit East, please call 1-800-562-2235 or e-mail FarmCreditCareers@farmcrediteast.com