Position Summary
The Accounting Manager oversees complex financial operations and provides key leadership within the Finance Department. This role ensures all financial activities are completed accurately, on time, and in full compliance with regulatory requirements while supervising finance staff and driving process improvements.

Key Responsibilities
** Financial Operations & Close Management **
- Oversee daily financial operations across all agency programs, including Public Housing (LIPH), Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), Central Office Cost Center (COCC), Capital Fund, and various grants.
- Coordinate and complete all month-end and year-end financial close activities.
- Research, analyze, and resolve complex accounting issues, developing procedures to improve operational efficiency.

** Financial Reporting & HUD Compliance **
- Prepare, review, and ensure the accuracy of financial statements and regulatory submissions.
- Manage high-priority regulatory reporting, including VMS reporting, HUD 52722/52723 forms, and Financial Data Schedule (FDS) submissions.
- Stay current on HUD guidelines and industry changes, proactively implementing updates to maintain agency-wide compliance.

** Budgeting & Cash Management **
- Monitor program budgets, perform comprehensive variance analyses, and deliver financial narratives to support management decision-making.
- Oversee cash management and secure timely drawdowns for all HUD- and grant-funded programs.
- Direct grant accounting workflows, including cash transfer requests and tracking grant-related expenditures.

** Team Leadership & Collaboration **
- Supervise, coach, and train finance staff to support their professional growth and increase overall department productivity.
- Collaborate effectively with internal department heads (Asset Management, HCV, Capital Improvements) on cross-functional financial matters.
- Act as a primary point of contact for internal, external, HUD, Single Audit, and independent monitoring reviews.

Required Skills

Qualifications
- Extensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- Deep understanding of public housing finance, HUD guidelines, and associated regulatory frameworks.
- Proven ability to prepare financial projections, pro formas, and complex data analyses.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience working with financial ERP software.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a strong collaborative approach.

Education & Experience
- Bachelors degree in Finance or Accounting required.
- Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience, including at least 2 years in a senior or supervisory role.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation is preferred.