Financial Strategy and Forecasting Analyst presso Horizon Farm Credit

Who we are:

Farm Credit Bank of Texas is a $40.9 billion wholesale bank that has been financing agriculture and rural America for over 100 years. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, we provide funding and services to rural lending associations in five states, and we are active in the nation’s capital markets. 

While you may not be familiar with our name, Farm Credit Bank of Texas plays a critical role in supporting the businesses that make it possible for America to maintain access to an affordable and safe food supply, an industry which is one of the most innovative and evolving of our time. And while you help us deliver on our mission, we deliver on our commitment to you as a valued employee by providing competitive compensation, generous health and wellness benefits packages and an attractive hybrid workplace located along the bluffs of the Colorado River just minutes west of downtown Austin. 

We seek out top talent in their fields, whether it be technology, finance, accounting, credit, human resources, or other administrative functions, and welcome you to join us in our mission to feed the world. 

Position Description: 

The Financial Strategy and Forecasting Analyst plays a critical role in supporting the bank’s mission to serve rural communities and agriculture by providing financial insights, capital planning, and forecasting expertise. This position is responsible for developing financial models, analyzing performance trends, and supporting enterprise-wide planning efforts that ensure long-term financial sustainability and regulatory compliance. 

The role requires demonstrated expertise in financial modeling, scenario analysis, and capital planning tools, including QRM or similar platforms. Experience working with large financial datasets—aggregating, validating, and transforming data across systems—is essential. Familiarity with enterprise-level planning processes and regulatory frameworks relevant to GSEs or other financial institutions is strongly preferred.

Day-to Day-Duties and Responsibilities: 

Balance Sheet Development and Reconciliation:

Generate and reconcile a month-end bank position utilizing source system data for ALM’s modeling purposes.

Strategic Forecasting & Modeling:

Develop and maintain financial models to support multi-year forecasts, stress testing, and scenario analysis. Ensure alignment with regulatory expectations and the bank’s strategic objectives.

Capital Planning & Risk Analysis:

Support the bank’s capital adequacy planning by analyzing balance sheet positions, earnings forecasts, and risk exposures using QRM’s Enterprise Risk Framework (ERF).

Performance Monitoring:

Track and analyze financial performance against budget and forecast. Identify key drivers of variance and provide actionable insights to senior leadership.

Business Planning Support:

Contribute to the strategic planning process by integrating financial forecasts, capital requirements, and cooperative system dynamics.

Data Analysis & Reporting:

Aggregate and interpret financial data from internal systems and cooperative partners to produce monthly reporting, dashboards, and ad-hoc analysis for executive decision-making.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

Partner with Accounting, Credit Risk, and lines of business to ensure consistency in financial assumptions and alignment across strategic initiatives.

Regulatory & GSE Alignment:

Ensure financial strategies and forecasts are consistent with GSE requirements, Farm Credit System regulations, and the bank’s cooperative mission.

What You Bring to the Team:

Our ideal candidate lives within a commutable distance from our office and appreciates the value of hybrid work design.

It’s an important role that covers many skills. This position requires:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or related field
• 3–5 years of experience in financial planning, forecasting, or strategy—preferably within a GSE, financial institution, or cooperative system
• Strong proficiency in financial modeling and forecasting tools (Excel, QRM, Power BI, etc.)
• Knowledge of capital markets, ALM, and regulatory frameworks relevant to GSEs or other financial institutions
• Excellent analytical, communication, and presentation skills
• Experience in data management, including data aggregation, validation, and transformation across financial systems to support accurate reporting and analysis

Why Farm Credit Bank of Texas:

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer comprehensive, affordable, and competitive benefit options that are focused on health and wellness, financial security, and achieving a work-life balance:

• Flexible health-and-wellness benefits, including medical insurance, prescription drug coverage, dental insurance, vision care, flexible spending accounts, and more.
• 401(k) plan that includes an employer match and additional employer contribution
• Long-term disability and life insurance
• Vacation leave, sick leave, and paid holidays
• Option to use sick leave to take your pet to the vet for emergency services 
• Up to two days per year to volunteer in local community organizations, services, or events
• Ongoing professional-development opportunities
• Generous tuition-reimbursement program
• Physical fitness incentive plan
• Employer matching gifts program

Important note: We care about your hiring process and take it seriously. A real person will review your applications, meaning response timelines may vary. The interviewing process at Farm Credit Bank of Texas may include phone calls and emails, on-site interviews, and requests for portfolios or demonstrations of work. We can’t personally follow-up with each applicant, and we will do our best to create a professional, respectful, and thorough process for candidates with whom we identify as a potential fit. 

 
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