Affordable Housing Assistant Manager – Leasing & LIHTC

Fairfield Residential Company; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 31,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Paid time off

Volunteer time off (VTO)

Flexible spending account

Life insurance

Job summary

Fairfield Residential in Plano, Texas, is seeking an Assistant Community Manager – Affordable to support operations, ensure LIHTC/HUD compliance, and deliver excellent resident service.

You will mentor leasing teams, manage rent collections, use Yardi, prepare financials, inspections, and foster relationships with housing authorities. The role requires LIHTC exposure, leasing experience, and solid accounting knowledge; HCCP is a plus, with a flexible schedule.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of residential leasing, sales, and/or property management experience required.
• Minimum of one year of LIHTC experience required.
• Leadership and supervising staff experience preferred.
• Experience using Yardi or other related property management accounting software.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Strong math and accounting skills.
• Understanding of federal, state, and local fair housing laws and provisions.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Housing Credit Certified Professional (HCCP) designation preferred if HUD property.
• Knowledge of LIHTC.
• IRS 8823 and HUD 4350.3 familiarity
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends, evenings, and some holidays.
• Valid driver’s license may be required.

Responsibilities

• Collect and post rent, process invoices, and prepare monthly financial reports.
• Complete bank deposits and account reconciliations.
• Use Yardi software to manage property financials.
• Verify income and monitor rent limits for LIHTC and HUD programs.
• Prepare for inspections and maintain housing authority relationships.
• Lease apartments and respond to resident inquiries promptly.
• Promote resident satisfaction and retention.
• Mentor leasing team members and support the Community Manager in daily operations.

Skills

Leasing experience

LIHTC experience

Yardi knowledge

Excel proficiency

Strong accounting skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Yardi software

MS Outlook/Word/Excel

Job description

Fairfield Residential in Plano, Texas, is seeking an Assistant Community Manager – Affordable to support operations, ensure LIHTC/HUD compliance, and deliver excellent resident service.

You will mentor leasing teams, manage rent collections, use Yardi, prepare financials, inspections, and foster relationships with housing authorities. The role requires LIHTC exposure, leasing experience, and solid accounting knowledge; HCCP is a plus, with a flexible schedule.