Farm Accounting Officer
Frontier Farm Credit, Fargo, ND, United States
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Morris, MN, US, 56267 Willmar, MN, US, 56201 Ada, MN, US, 56510 Fargo, ND, US, 58108
Salary Range: $64,770-95,500
AgCountry Farm Credit Services (AgCountry), Farm Credit Services of America (FCSAmerica) and Frontier Farm Credit are financial cooperatives that operate under shared management across eight states. While each association is owned by its local farmers and ranchers, they collaborate by pooling resources, expertise, and talent to provide affordable credit, crop insurance, and financial services.
Our associations are united by a common mission and commitment to serving rural America and supporting each other, which drives the success of the farmers, ranchers, and agribusiness we serve. We take pride in being a great place to work, and this enthusiasm is reflected in the relationships our team members foster with one another and with our customers.
Job Summary
Incumbent can work from one of the following AgCountry offices: Fargo, ND or Ada, Morris or Willmar, MN
We are seeking a Farm Accounting Officer who will primarily focus on customer service and retention by quickly and effectively completing customer requests and building relationships with customers. Complete timely and technically accurate accounting and perform other related activities for a portfolio of all types of farm entities. Provide consistent high‑quality service that is timely, thorough, and responsive to meet and exceed customer expectations.
Service and Operations
Provides timely and accurate accounting services for farming operations and owners of farmland, while providing quality customer service and advice. Services may include depreciation, payroll, bill pay, cash and accrual statements, enterprise and full‑service accounting.
Educates farm accounting customers and teammates on the importance and effectiveness of timely and accurate reporting.
Acts as the primary contact for accounting‑related service for the customer.
Manages own time to complete customer work by deadlines.
Remains current on accounting rules.
Shares expertise by delivering internal presentations and answering questions from other officers and teammates.
Invoices customers according to price minimums and percentage increases.
Follows department and association established processes.
Actively participates in presentations at industry events and customer meetings to promote accounting expertise.
Represents the Associations at industry and agricultural events in the region.
Proactively provides referrals to other teammates, identifying opportunities for collaboration and cross‑selling.
Promotes and builds reputation and image within community, region, and association.
Projects, Initiatives, and Other Operational Work
Volunteers for and collaborates with the team on special projects and initiatives.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Cont.
Portfolio
- Develops and maintains solid knowledge of applicable systems. Provides accounting services to a portfolio of customers, while progressing in operations complexity and oversight independence. Provides financial and business consulting to customers. Follows department and association established processes. Continues to grow professionally through professional development. May work toward CPA Certification or other applicable certifications. Newer Officers coordinate with team members on complex transactions and provide customer problem resolution. Experienced Officers are capable of addressing all aspects of farm accounting processes, even in complex situations. Participates in department projects and committees. Shares expertise by participating in internal presentations and answering questions from other officers and teammates. Experienced Officers provide training and mentorship to less experienced teammates. Provides referrals to other teammates, identifying opportunities for collaboration and cross‑selling.
Travel Time
25% travel during the day
5% travel overnight
Education Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Tax, Finance or other related business field.
Years of Experience
0 - 2 years of experience in Accounting and tax experience.
Why Us:
For qualifying positions, we provide a competitive benefits package designed to support health and well‑being, financial security, and work‑life balance:
Retirement Plans : 401(k)
Paid Time Off : Vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and parental leave
Additional Benefits : Life and disability insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness programs, tuition assistance, and short‑term incentive pay
For a comprehensive overview of our total reward offerings, click here.
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Morris, MN, US, 56267 Willmar, MN, US, 56201 Ada, MN, US, 56510 Fargo, ND, US, 58108
Salary Range: $64,770-95,500
AgCountry Farm Credit Services (AgCountry), Farm Credit Services of America (FCSAmerica) and Frontier Farm Credit are financial cooperatives that operate under shared management across eight states. While each association is owned by its local farmers and ranchers, they collaborate by pooling resources, expertise, and talent to provide affordable credit, crop insurance, and financial services.
Our associations are united by a common mission and commitment to serving rural America and supporting each other, which drives the success of the farmers, ranchers, and agribusiness we serve. We take pride in being a great place to work, and this enthusiasm is reflected in the relationships our team members foster with one another and with our customers.
Job Summary
Incumbent can work from one of the following AgCountry offices: Fargo, ND or Ada, Morris or Willmar, MN
We are seeking a Farm Accounting Officer who will primarily focus on customer service and retention by quickly and effectively completing customer requests and building relationships with customers. Complete timely and technically accurate accounting and perform other related activities for a portfolio of all types of farm entities. Provide consistent high‑quality service that is timely, thorough, and responsive to meet and exceed customer expectations.
Service and Operations
Provides timely and accurate accounting services for farming operations and owners of farmland, while providing quality customer service and advice. Services may include depreciation, payroll, bill pay, cash and accrual statements, enterprise and full‑service accounting.
Educates farm accounting customers and teammates on the importance and effectiveness of timely and accurate reporting.
Acts as the primary contact for accounting‑related service for the customer.
Manages own time to complete customer work by deadlines.
Remains current on accounting rules.
Shares expertise by delivering internal presentations and answering questions from other officers and teammates.
Invoices customers according to price minimums and percentage increases.
Follows department and association established processes.
Actively participates in presentations at industry events and customer meetings to promote accounting expertise.
Represents the Associations at industry and agricultural events in the region.
Proactively provides referrals to other teammates, identifying opportunities for collaboration and cross‑selling.
Promotes and builds reputation and image within community, region, and association.
Projects, Initiatives, and Other Operational Work
Volunteers for and collaborates with the team on special projects and initiatives.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Cont.
Portfolio
- Develops and maintains solid knowledge of applicable systems. Provides accounting services to a portfolio of customers, while progressing in operations complexity and oversight independence. Provides financial and business consulting to customers. Follows department and association established processes. Continues to grow professionally through professional development. May work toward CPA Certification or other applicable certifications. Newer Officers coordinate with team members on complex transactions and provide customer problem resolution. Experienced Officers are capable of addressing all aspects of farm accounting processes, even in complex situations. Participates in department projects and committees. Shares expertise by participating in internal presentations and answering questions from other officers and teammates. Experienced Officers provide training and mentorship to less experienced teammates. Provides referrals to other teammates, identifying opportunities for collaboration and cross‑selling.
Travel Time
25% travel during the day
5% travel overnight
Education Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Tax, Finance or other related business field.
Years of Experience
0 - 2 years of experience in Accounting and tax experience.
Why Us:
For qualifying positions, we provide a competitive benefits package designed to support health and well‑being, financial security, and work‑life balance:
Retirement Plans : 401(k)
Paid Time Off : Vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and parental leave
Additional Benefits : Life and disability insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness programs, tuition assistance, and short‑term incentive pay
For a comprehensive overview of our total reward offerings, click here.
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