Compliance Specialist

Gchp; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

GCHP Management is seeking a Compliance Specialist to support the Compliance Manager in overseeing program compliance across the company’s portfolio. The role involves reviewing lease-up and tenant files, staying current with affordable housing regulations, and assisting with reporting to investors and agencies.

The candidate should hold a LIHTC Certification (within the last year), have at least five years of LIHTC experience, and be proficient in OneSite Affordable and Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• College degree preferred.
• Active LIHTC Compliance certification (within last 12 months) required.
• Minimum of 5 years LIHTC work experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist in updating rent, utility allowances, and income limits.
• Conduct on-site and electronic tenant file reviews to mitigate compliance risk.
• Maintain knowledge of all affordable housing programs in GCHP Management's portfolio.
• Review tenant certifications for program compliance.
• Respond to state agency and investor requests for tenant files and documentation.
• Train staff on tenant file compliance and recertification protocols.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Effective communication

Time management

Education

College degree preferred

Tools

OneSite Affordable

Job description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Responsible for assisting the Compliance Manager in the daily oversight and administration of program compliance for GCHP Management's growing property management portfolio. The position shall assist with periodic reporting to investors and funding agencies. The Specialist is responsible for reviewing lease-up files and the accuracy of tenant files. The Compliance Specialist is expected to have a demonstrated systematic approach to maintaining regulatory compliance, strong organizational skills, and the ability to meet firm timelines.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: College Degree preferred

Experience:

• Active certification in LIHTC Compliance from an accredited provider required (within the last 12 months)
• Minimum of (5) five years previous LIHTC work experience required
• Working knowledge of HOME, Section 8, HUD programs are a plus
• Effective communication skills across a diverse range of audiences
• Proficiency in OneSite Affordable required
• Possess excellent organizational skills, initiative, and the ability to work independently
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Abilities:

• Be committed to, and find passion in, GCHP’s mission
• Energetic individual with high ethical standards
• Professional, highly organized, detail-oriented, critical thinking
• Ability to meet deadlines, manage multiple tasks in an entrepreneurial environment and communicate effectively

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in the updating of rent, utility allowances, and income limits
• Conduct on-site and electronic tenant file reviews to mitigate compliance risk
• Actively pursue and maintain current, comprehensive knowledge of all affordable housing programs in GCHP Management's property portfolio
• Review all tenant certifications for compliance with applicable program regulations and GCHP protocols
• Respond to state agency and investor requests for tenant files and property documentation
• Request and track specific corrections to non-compliant files from property management
• Assist with training new and existing property management staff on tenant file compliance and recertification protocols until all file issues have been resolved
• Provide technical guidance to property management