Compliance Auditor (Affordable Housing)

CONAM Management Corporation; Greenwood Village (CO); On-site; USD 80,231,000 - 85,962,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

ID Theft Protection

Paid Sick Leave

Vacation Time

401(k) Company Match

FSAs

EAP

Service award days

Floating holiday

Early wage access

Job summary

CONAM Management Corporation is hiring a Compliance Auditor to manage household certification files, including lease-ups, file reviews, audit support, and HUD/RD duties. The role will be based at our San Diego, CA location with consideration for candidates from surrounding states.

Pay ranges from $28.00 to $30.00 per hour with full benefits. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years in affordable housing, experience with RD/USDA programs, and proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and Yardi/Real

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years in the affordable housing industry.
• Experience with lease-ups, file reviews, audit support and HUD/RD responsibilities.
• Familiarity with Rural Development (RD) and USDA programs; COS/HCCP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with audit responses, clearance letters, and on-site audits.
• Review income certifications within 48 hours and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Support BUILDING STATUS REPORTs and quarterly rent roll comparisons.

Skills

Affordable housing exp.

Lease-ups

File reviews

Audit support

HUD/RD duties

RD/USDA programs

HCCP certification

COS certification

Communication skills

MS Excel

Yardi / RealPage

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Yardi

Boston Post

RealPage

Job description

San Diego, CA 92123

Compliance Auditor | San Diego, CA 92123

Who We Are:

Founded in 1975, CONAM Management operates in 10 states, across 26 key metropolitan markets, supporting over 60,000 apartment units of both affordable and conventional housing. Our growing team of over 1,700 associates is dedicated to maintaining and enhancing the quality of life for our residents. At CONAM, we foster a collaborative, team-oriented culture where our associates thrive and are valued for their expertise and commitment.

What We Are Looking For

We are seeking a Compliance Auditor to manage household certification files, focusing on lease-ups, file reviews, audit support, and HUD/RD responsibilities. This position will be at our corporate location in San Diego, CA 92123 candidates outside of San Diego for the following states: California, Colorado, or Texas will be considered.

This is a full-time position with full benefits. Pay range: $28.00- $30.00 per hour

Key Responsibilities

Audit Support:

• Assist with audit responses, clearance letters, and on-site audits.
• Ensure consistent file review quality and provide feedback.
• Assist with CONAM Affordable policy improvements.
• Perform quarterly sample audits of recertifications.

HUD & RD Support:

• Manage Building Status Report (BSR) and compare it with Rent Roll quarterly.
• Submit monthly vouchers and troubleshoot any issues.
• Support EIV reporting and prepare repayment plans as needed.

Income Certification Reviews:

• Review household income certifications within 48 hours.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local requirements.
• Record and track review activity daily.
• Perform quarterly audits of uncaptured recertifications.

Lease-Up Support:

• Coordinate with teams to meet client goals, providing regular status reports.
• Manage external audit process, ensuring timely delivery and corrections.
• Notify team of any eligibility findings during the audit.

Training:

• Train community associates and Auditor I’s on file reviews and CONAM policies.
• Participate in training and ensure annual education is completed.
• Support hands‑on training for associates during lease‑ups.

Communication:

• Respond to requests and provide status updates within 48 hours.
• Effectively communicate on issues related to file reviews.

Other Duties:

• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Who You Are:

• You have a minimum of 2 years of experience in the affordable housing industry.
• You have a minimum of 2 years of experience on lease‑ups, file reviews, audit support, and HUD/RD responsibilities.
• You have a minimum of 2 years of experience with Rural Development (RD) and USDA programs.
• HCCP and COS certifications preferred.
• Organizational skills that reflect ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly with excellent attention to detail
• You have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to interact with residents, vendors, and team members professionally.
• You have proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook; experience with Yardi, Boston Post, Real Page, or other affordable platform highly desired.
• Demonstrated proactive approaches to problem‑solving with strong decision‑making capability
• Team‑player, with the ability to also be extremely effective independently
• Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion, be adaptable to various competing demands, and demonstrate the highest level of customer/client service and response

Why You’ll Love Working Here

CONAM Management Corporation is more than just a job — it’s a career where you can grow and be recognized for your expertise in Property Management. We offer a competitive pay, comprehensive benefits package, that make working at CONAM even more rewarding.

Our Benefits Include

• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• Pet insurance
• Life insurance and identity theft protection
• Paid sick and vacation time
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Additional perks: Service award days, floating holiday, early earned wage access and more

At CONAM, we pride ourselves on our culture of excellence and commitment to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and supportive work environment.

Additional Information

• This position is contingent upon passing a background check, employment verification, and drug screening.
• CONAM will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirement of the law.
• We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

Pay Bands

Pay bands are established based on geographic location, internal equity, market conditions, and candidate qualifications. We provide competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications.