Direct Note Pricing Analyst

AgFirst Farm Credit Bank provides financing, as well as a range of technology and other services, to a network of agricultural lenders in the United States and Puerto Rico. Located in a high-tech high-rise on a revitalized Main Street in Columbia, S.C., AgFirst is committed to providing a comfortable, inclusive work environment. We believe in investing in our employees so they can help lead our $42 billion company into the future. Do you share our passion for making an impact on the world? You may be a great fit for our AgFirst family. We invite you to apply today!

The Senior Direct Note Pricing Analyst is responsible for creating the Daily Direct Note Rate Sheet and monthly variable rates, processing Direct Note Rate locks, and verifying pricing and pricing adjustments on Association loans. Also supports Association Loan Operations accounting, reconciling, and exception reporting functions as needed.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Production and publishing of the Daily Direct Note Rate Sheet and monthly variable rates
• Reviews the Loans Booked to Potentially Locked report daily and processes needed updates on the loan system and in the AgFirst Pricing System
• Identifies Direct Note Rate exceptions and is able to resolves them independently
• Administer any special loan pricing programs that Associations participate in
• Maintain loan system lookup files by processing requested additions or maintenance to names, addresses, or phone numbers of Associations, Branches, Tax Authorities, or Insurance Companies
• Provides backup to other daily or monthly production responsibilities of the department
• Provides operational and technical support to the Customer Support Center and Associations on areas of responsibility
• Oversees the retention process of Association Loan Operations to ensure that all files are stored and shipped off sight according to the retention policy

Requirements

• Education or experience equivalent to a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or other Business related field
• Minimum of 5 years of accounting/related work experience
• Working knowledge of spreadsheets, word processing, and other customized software
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Thorough understanding of loan pricing methodologies
• Must be able to analyze routine problems and recommend solutions
Demonstrates accuracy, thoroughness, and attention to detail

#LI-OM

Are you ready for a career with us that will impact more than you ever imagined? At AgFirst, you have an opportunity to make a difference for agriculture and rural communities while elevating your career. When you work here, you are part of a cooperative that provides financing, technical support, and business services to banks in the national Farm Credit system. You can be part of the solution for those banks – our customers – as they make loans to more than 80,000 farmers, businesses, and homeowners in rural America. At AgFirst, we value your skills and unique perspective. We think you’ll like the impact you can make here and the benefits you will enjoy. AgFirst is dedicated to fostering an engaged workplace that makes every employee feel valued, appreciated, and heard. We invest in our employees because they invest in us and work hard to make our bank successful. Among its range of benefits, AgFirst offers competitive pay, flexible work schedules, a corporate incentive plan, and even free coffee and soft drinks in the break room. If you’re ready to impact more than you ever thought possible, we’re ready for you!

While we offer a variety of lending and credit jobs, we’re more than just an agricultural lending company. We have many roles in areas such as information technology and information security, as well as support services. No matter your career path, find a way to impact more with AgFirst!

OUR BRAND AND CULTURE

We want to make a difference in people’s lives – and that includes yours! We strive to create a workplace environment where all employees feel welcome and open to bringing their whole selves to work. We have a diverse, talented workforce that helps us bring a well-rounded perspective to the solutions we provide. At AgFirst, we aim to give our employees room to grow both personally and professionally. We hope you will find more than just a job here. We hope you will find a fulfilling career that allows you to use your abilities to impact more.

OUR BENEFITS AND REWARDS

AgFirst believes employee satisfaction is built around a career that combines personal and professional accomplishment with financial rewards that help you build toward the future. We believe that compensation is more than just a paycheck. At AgFirst, you’ll find a total rewards package that includes:

• Competitive pay, with paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave, as well as paid time off for volunteering.
• Corporate incentive plan with spot bonuses for top-notch work.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as life and disability insurance.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
• Generous 401(k) matching contributions, as well as additional employer contributions.
• Reimbursement for approved higher education pursuits.
• A wellness program for employees, which includes resources for a healthier lifestyle.
• A Leadership Academy for professional development.
• Other perks, such as employee discounts, annual on-site flu shots, and even free periodic chair massages.

In addition, we are located in a modern office building in a revitalized business district on Main Street in Columbia, S.C., near multiple restaurants and shops. Our open floor plan features a variety of meeting areas, from cozy collaboration rooms to large meeting spaces – all equipped with state-of-the-art technology to meet your business needs.

Other benefits of our office building include:

• Free parking in an attached garage.
• An on-site restaurant.
• A newly renovated fitness center.
• On-site conveniences, such as dry cleaning.

Regular building events, such as luncheons and ice cream socials