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The University of Minnesota is hiring a Financial Software Support Specialist for the Center for Farm Financial Management (CFFM). The Specialist will provide technical and functional support for farm financial management software, onboard new lender licensees, participate in software testing, and collaborate closely with developers and users to improve software features and user experience.

Highlights

Provide support for CFFM products including financial management and credit analysis software through phone, email, and web meetings.
Assist in onboarding new lender licensees with system setup and custom template creation.
Participate in User Acceptance Testing (UAT) to identify software issues and suggest improvements.
Act as a liaison between users and software developers to enhance functionality.
Create and update training documentation, particularly for FINPACK software.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, with aptitude for financial concepts and agricultural tools.
Experience with software support, communication skills, and familiarity with cloud-based SaaS applications are desired.
Practical troubleshooting skills for Windows desktop applications and experience with FINPACK preferred.
Annual salary range between $56,680 and $62,920, depending on qualifications and experience.
Position is civil service, full-time with benefits including competitive wages, health plans, retirement plans, and employee assistance programs.

Financial Software Support Specialist Full Description

Financial Software Support Specialist

Job ID

376864

Location

Twin Cities

Job Family

Information Technology

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

Job Code

8631US

Employee Class

Civil Service

About the Job

The Financial Software Support Specialist at the Center for Farm Financial Management (CFFM) will serve as the crucial link between software developers, lenders, agricultural educators, and farmers nationwide. In this role, you will deliver hands-on technical and functional support for industry-leading tools like FINPACK, onboard new organizations with custom software configuration, and directly influence future software features. The University of Minnesota and CFFM promotes a collaborative, work-life-balanced environment. This is an in-person position, where hybrid or flexible work options are available.

WORK RESPONSIBILITIES

60% - Provide support to users who utilize a variety of CFFM products including: credit analysis and financial management software, business planning and farm transition planning websites, and other farm financial management programs via multiple channels of communication, including phone calls, email, and web-based meetings.
15% - Assist in onboarding process for new lender licensees including participating in system set-up calls, creating custom templates for risk ratings, credit decision scorecards, and loan presentations based on customer-provided criteria.
10% - Participate in User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for upcoming software releases, helping developers identify issues and usability enhancements before launch.
5% - Act as liaison between users and software developers, using feedback to proactively suggest improvements for software functionality and enhanced user experience.
5% - Help create and revise training documentation for CFFM applications, in particular FINPACK.
5% - Engage in other special projects and assignments related to support of CFFM applications.

Please note, this position is not eligible for H-1B or Green Card sponsorship. This position does not offer a STEM OPT training program.

Qualifications

Essential

Bachelor’s degree or a combination of related education and work experience to equal at least four years.
Aptitude for learning financial concepts and a willingness to gain an understanding of agricultural and lending tools.
Ability to develop and cultivate meaningful relationships with individual users and companies.

Desired

Experience in user service or software support including use of software ticketing systems.
Demonstrated strengths in communication skills, both oral and written.
Ability to tailor technical concepts to diverse user groups ranging from lenders to agricultural producers.
Familiarity with cloud-based (SaaS) web applications, web-conferencing tools, and financial software navigation.
Demonstrated ability to research and solve issues.
Strong analytical and organizational skills.
Ability to learn and adapt to new software technologies.
Practical troubleshooting skills for Windows desktop applications, including file management and basic system setup.
Experience with FINPACK software use and functionality.
Experience participating in User Acceptance Testing (UAT) or pre-release software validation.

About the Department

The Center for Farm Financial Management (CFFM) develops educational programs and software/web applications that are used by farmers, educators, lenders, and other professionals throughout the United States. Products and training focus on financial planning, credit analysis, financial analysis, risk management, business planning, and commodity marketing. FINPACK, the Center’s flagship software product, provides a suite of tools that guide credit professionals and businesses to sound financial decisions. Other web-based tools and projects include AgPlan, FINBIN, Commodity Challenge, Farm Answers, the Results Verification System, and the Ag Risk and Farm Management Library. The Center for Farm Financial Management is in Ruttan Hall on the St. Paul Campus of the University of Minnesota. It is a unit in the Department of Applied Economics in the College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences and University of Minnesota Extension. For more information about CFFM and the scope of its programs, visit https://cffm.umn.edu.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $56,680 - $62,920 per year; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment

Position Type: Civil-Service & Non-Faculty Labor Represented Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
University HSA contributions
Disability and employer-paid life insurance
Employee wellbeing program
Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
Financial counseling services
Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

While our salary ranges provide a framework, it is important to note that most of the
time, the initial pay may not reach the maximum of the range. This approach ensures
that compensation reflects the value and unique contributions of each candidate while
maintaining equity within our organization. As part of our commitment to fair and
equitable compensation, please be aware that the salary offered to incoming candidates
will be based on their individual credentials and experience.

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail [email protected].

Email inquiries about the position are welcome, but a formal application process is required. For questions regarding the position contact: Pauline Van Nurden Center for Farm Financial Management University of Minnesota 1994 Buford Ave., Rm 130 St. Paul, MN 55108 [email protected]

>>Please include a Resume and Cover letter.<<

STARTING DATE: As soon as possible, to be negotiated.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open until filled.

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

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