Senior Accountant
On-siteDecatur, Georgia, United States
Job Summary
Oversee accounting functions for the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program, including Housing Assistance Payments (HAP) and administrative fee revenue, while ensuring compliance with HUD regulations and GAAP. Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, perform reconciliations of HAP expenses, and analyze variances related to program activity. Lead preparation for annual audits, coordinate with internal and external auditors, and support HUD reviews such as SEMAP. Manage portability billing and inter-agency financial coordination, monitor budget authority and leasing levels, and identify process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Minimum of 3–5 years of progressive accounting experience
- Strong knowledge of HUD regulations, including HCV funding, HAP, and administrative fee structures
- Experience with HUD systems such as VMS and FDS reporting
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Strong understanding of GAAP and governmental or fund accounting principles
- High attention to detail and accuracy in a compliance-driven environment
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines and competing priorities
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work collaboratively across departments and with external agencies
- High level of integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality
Desired Qualifications
- CPA designation
- Direct experience with HUD Housing Choice Voucher financial operations
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel
- Experience with Yardi or similar housing/accounting systems
- Strong analytical, reconciliation, and problem-solving skills
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