Senior Accountant - Affordable Housing

Overview

This role is for a Senior Accountant specializing in Affordable Housing. It is a full-time position with a Monday to Friday daytime schedule. The position is primarily remote but requires occasional onsite presence.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end close processes for all affordable housing entities.
• Maintain the general ledger using NetSuite and manage accounts receivable in OneSite.
• Prepare and deliver monthly financial statements, budgets-to-actual variance analyses, and HUD-required reports accurately and on time.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and maintain supporting schedules and workpapers.
• Review resident accounts receivable and HAP cash postings; collaborate with property staff to resolve discrepancies.
• Support compliance activities including surplus cash and residual receipts analysis, capital expenditure processing, and coordination on tax filings as needed.
• Assist with annual financial and single audits by responding to auditor requests and helping to strengthen internal controls.
• Serve as the primary finance partner to Affordable Housing leadership and operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• 2 to 5+ years of accounting experience.
• Experience with affordable housing programs, including HUD-regulated programs, Section 8, LIHTC, and/or RAD for PRAC.
• Familiarity with NetSuite or similar ERP systems and OneSite or similar property management software is preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $70,000 - $85,000 per year, based on experience.
• Health insurance.
• Dental and vision insurance.
• Medical and childcare flexible spending accounts (FSA).
• Health savings account (HSA).
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer-matched savings.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Paid time off and 12 paid holidays.
• Opportunity to contribute positively to individuals and the community.

Location

• Remote role with occasional onsite presence required.
• Serving communities in 27 Ohio counties.

The organization is an equal opportunity employer committed to serving people in need through various programs addressing food, shelter, safety, and healing.