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JOB REQUIREMENTS: JOB ID: 21360 POSITION: FARM FINANCE SPECIALIST The Universities of Wisconsin are a premier system of public higher education serving more than 162,000 students. Awarding nearly 37,000 degrees annually, the universities are Wisconsin\'s talent pipeline, putting graduates in position to increase their earning power, contribute to their communities, and make Wisconsin a better place to live. Through a constellation of 13 universities statewide, the Universities of Wisconsin are a tremendous academic, cultural, and economic resource for Wisconsin, the nation, and the world. The Universities of Wisconsin Administration assists in establishing policies, planning the programmatic financial and physical development of the Universities. UWSA supports the Universities in delivering transformative educational outcomes and research that expands the boundaries of knowledge. We work to extend the value of our universities beyond the boundaries of the campuses, seeking to enhance the quality of life for all in Wisconsin and beyond, in fulfillment of the Wisconsin Idea. The Food Finance Institute supports a collaborative network of professionals focused on building and funding profitable businesses in the food, beverage, and value-added agriculture sector. POSITION SUMMARY The FFI Farm Finance Specialist provides a broad range of finance-focused technical assistance in service of farmer entrepreneurs and the consultants who support farmer entrepreneurs. The person in this role will help this audience increase their financial management skills, improve business models, and more successfully access capital. These efforts further the Food Finance Institute\'s mission to make sophisticated financial technical assistance available to every growing food, beverage, and value-added farm enterprise. In particular, this position will provide oversight, build financial models, support training delivery, provide coaching or consulting, manage client intake processes, coordinate programs and program cohorts, and provide support and assistance over all farm programs. The Farm Finance Specialist operates under general supervision and reports to the FFI Farm Programs Manager. UWSA Financial Manager with minimal supervision. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS To ensure full consideration, please submit application materials as soon as possible. Applicant screening will begin immediately and be ongoing through 11:59 pm, Friday, November 8, 2024, However, applications may be accepted until the position has been filled. 1) Go to the UWSA Applicant Portal to submit your materials online and select the appropriate applicant portal, either External Applicants or Internal Applicants and click on the position title that you want to apply for. 2) To receive full consideration, interested applicants are required to apply online and provide: Resume (PDF Format) Cover letter addressing your experience and education as it applies to all minimum and preferred qualifications (PDF Format) Failing to submit the required application documents may disqualify your application. 3) Submit your application. For additional details and to apply, visit the following website and search for Job ID 21360: www.careers.wisconsin.edu ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS To be considered for this position, applicants must have: At least three years of professional farm finance experience, which could include working as a lender or banker, accountant, or farm/ag business manager. Previous experience consulting and/or coaching, especially with entrepreneurs The ability to work within a range of technology platforms including accounting software, project management software, contact databases, and web databases. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills, including previous history managing diverse partnerships with entrepreneurs, investors, lenders, service providers, etc. Strong written an verbal communications skills. Excellent personal initiative, attention to detail, and sound decision-making abilities. Ability to manage shifting workload and prioritize appropriately to meet deadlines. High capacity to work independently. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Well-qualified applicants will also have experience in the following: A master\'s degree, preferably in finance, farm management, ag economics, business administration, or related field Accounting, finance, or related certification, such as CPA, CMA, or CFP Strong experience and/or certification in QuickBooks or related accounting platform General farm business or marketing knowledge (either through work history or a degree). ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: www.careers.wisconsin.edu