Compliance Analyst

Indigo Real Estate Services; Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work (as applicable)

Job summary

Indigo Real Estate Services seeks a Compliance Analyst to ensure regulatory compliance across its affordable housing portfolio. You will review resident and applicant certifications under LIHTC (Section 42) and HUD Project-Based Section 8, monitoring rent and income limits and maintaining audit readiness.

You will collaborate with onsite teams remotely, update policies as regulations change, and document compliance activities using Yardi Voyager and related systems.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in affordable housing compliance or a related field.
• LIHTC experience required.
• In-depth knowledge of LIHTC (Section 42) and HUD Project-Based Section 8 regulations, including income qualification, rent limits, and annual recertification requirements.
• Familiarity with Fair Housing laws, EIV, TRACS, HAP contracts, and Utility Allowance calculations.
• Proficiency in Yardi Voyager or comparable property management software.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a home office environment while maintaining team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Review, process, and maintain audit-ready resident and applicant files for LIHTC and Section 8 certifications.
• Stay current on LIHTC and HUD regulation changes and update policies accordingly.
• Communicate with onsite property management teams to provide guidance and ensure compliance.
• Conduct onsite compliance file reviews and quality control audits; coordinate with third-party agencies on audit findings.
• Calculate, monitor, and implement income and rent limits; ensure HAP contracts and Utility Allowance adjustments align with regulations.
• Prepare and submit monthly compliance reports and data entry into compliance management and property management systems (Yardi Voyager).
• Ensure all practices comply with Fair Housing laws.
• Provide training and guidance to onsite staff on compliance procedures and regulatory updates.
• Other compliance tasks as directed by the Compliance Director/Manager.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

WSHFC Fundamental

HCCP

C3P

LIHTC credential (equivalent)

Tools

Yardi Voyager

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Compliance Analyst

The Compliance Analyst works within a team environment under the direction of the Compliance Director, with a primary focus on ensuring full regulatory compliance across Indigo's affordable housing portfolio. This role is responsible for reviewing and processing certification paperwork for all residents and applicants, monitoring compliance with federal and state housing regulations, and supporting audit readiness across assigned properties. The position requires in-depth knowledge of Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC/Section 42) and HUD Project-Based Section 8 programs, along with strong analytical ability, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills. This is a home office-based role supporting onsite property teams remotely.

Job responsibilities include:

• Review, process, and maintain audit-ready resident and applicant files for all Tax Credit (LIHTC) and Section 8 certifications, including initial move-in certifications, annual recertifications, and interim certifications.
• Stay current on changes in LIHTC and HUD regulations and roll out required updates to policies, procedures, resident notices, leases, and addenda as directed by the Compliance Director and Compliance Manager.
• Communicate daily with onsite property management teams to provide guidance, resolve discrepancies, and support compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements.
• Conduct onsite compliance file reviews and quality control audits; identify and address areas of concern, and coordinate with third-party agencies on audit findings.
• Calculate, monitor, and implement income and rent limits; ensure Housing Assistance Payment (HAP) contracts and Utility Allowance adjustments align with regulatory requirements.
• Prepare and submit monthly compliance reports, year-end reporting, and required data entry into compliance management and property management systems (Yardi Voyager).
• Ensure all practices comply with Fair Housing laws to promote equal opportunity and non-discrimination across all properties.
• Provide training and guidance to onsite staff on compliance procedures, regulatory updates, and documentation standards.
• Other Compliance tasks assigned by the compliance director or the compliance manager.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in affordable housing compliance, property management, or a related field
• LIHTC experience required
• In-depth knowledge of Section 42 Tax Credit (LIHTC) and HUD Project-Based Section 8 regulations, including income qualification, rent limits, and annual recertification requirements
• Tax credit certifications strongly preferred: WSHFC Fundamental and/or Advanced, HCCP, C3P, or equivalent nationally recognized credential
• willingness to obtain certification within 6 months of hire required
• Familiarity with Fair Housing laws, EIV (Enterprise Income Verification), TRACS, HAP contracts, and Utility Allowance calculations
• Proficiency in Yardi Voyager or comparable property management software
• strong Microsoft Excel skills required
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple properties and deadlines simultaneously
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• ability to provide clear guidance and support to onsite teams remotely
• Self-motivated and able to work independently in a home office environment while maintaining strong team collaboration

Employment Benefits

• Indigo offers a positive, team-oriented work environment, competitive salary, performance incentives, and a full benefits package for full-time employment upon meeting eligibility requirements.
• Hybrid Work Environment
• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Medical Flex-spend Account
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings plan with Employer match
• Vacation Time
• Sick & Safe Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Numerous, additional employee resource programs
• 401K, medical, dental, paid vacation, personal, and sick time available after successful completion of introductory period.

Indigo is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Indigo will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact