Job Description

Responsibilities

• Negotiate, conduct due diligence, secure financing, and close investments while developing and ensuring compliance with farming policies and procedures.
• Analyze ROI, IRR, and financial statements, optimize investment strategies, manage stock portfolios and private equity, maximize returns, and ensure compliance with investment policies and procedures.
• Optimize water management costs and oversee selection of pistachio and almond processors and wholesalers.
• Lead and motivate staff, keep the CEO informed, and optimize reports, tasks, and policies for efficiency.
• Develop and evaluate charitable projects, assess nonprofit effectiveness, and establish compliance policies for the Maximum Difference Foundation.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of job stability.
• Expertise in pistachio and/or almond farming.
• Experience in small businesses or family office environments.
• 5–7 years as a COO or General Manager in the U.S.
• Skilled in overseeing multiple departments and leading teams of 5–10 direct reports.
• Strong background in investment analysis, evaluation, and IRR calculations.
• In-depth understanding of financial statement analysis and accounting principles.
• Proficient in office software, with advanced Excel skills.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Agriculture, or a related field.
• Effective project management skills, including defining objectives, strategizing, and executing plans for optimal results.
• Strong leadership, decision-making, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Quick learner with excellent time management skills.
• Expertise in farm acquisitions, particularly pistachio and almond farms.
• Skilled in real estate acquisition and development.
• Experienced in underwriting new investments.
• Strong background in financial planning and budgeting.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Proficient in managing money managers, financial advisors, and stock portfolios.
• Knowledgeable in private equity, private placements, alternative investments, and stocks.
• Holds a Master’s degree or MBA.