Controller – Raleigh Housing Authority (NC)

SERC-NAHRO; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 128,000 - 161,000; Full time

Job summary

The Raleigh Housing Authority is seeking a hands-on Controller to manage day-to-day financial and accounting operations across a diverse public, nonprofit, and mixed-finance housing portfolio. Reporting to the Deputy CEO-Administration & Finance, this role ensures accurate financial reporting, compliance, and strong internal controls.

The position offers competitive compensation, generous benefits, a solid pension plan, and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration or related field (preferred).
• Minimum of five (5) years of accounting experience; public/affordable housing preferred.
• Experience with audits, budgets, cost allocations, GAAP and HUD reporting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee general ledger, reconciliations, payables/receivables, payroll review, and cash management.
• Prepare GAAP financial statements and HUD reports (FASS/REAC).
• Manage budgets, cost allocations, cash flow, and variance analysis.
• Ensure compliance with HUD, GASB, IRS tax credits, and NC requirements.
• Coordinate audits and supervise finance staff.

Skills

GAAP

HUD reporting

Government/nonprofit accounting

Multi-entity accounting

Payroll review

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration or related field

Job description

Expected Hiring Range: $128,224.57 - $160,783.92

The Raleigh Housing Authority is seeking to add new members to the team who are eager to make a difference in their community. If you are looking for more than just a job, but a place where you belong, can grow, and be part of a solution to the housing affordability crisis, we have a place for you. Enjoy the satisfaction of helping families be housed successfully and giving them an opportunity to thrive. We value service, community, respect, and equity. We offer competitive compensation, generous benefits, a solid pension plan, and opportunities for career growth. Commit to something that matters and begin your journey with Raleigh Housing Authority.

We are seeking a hands-on Controller to manage day-to-day financial and accounting operations across a diverse public, nonprofit, and mixed-finance housing portfolio. Reporting to the Deputy CEO-Administration & Finance, this role ensures accurate financial reporting, compliance, and strong internal controls.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

• Oversee general ledger, reconciliations, payables/receivables, payroll review, and cash management
• Prepare GAAP financial statements and HUD reports (FASS/REAC)
• Manage budgets, cost allocations, cash flow, and variance analysis
• Ensure compliance with HUD, GASB, IRS tax credit, and NC requirements
• Coordinate audits and supervise finance staff

Knowledge and skills:

• Strong knowledge of governmental, nonprofit, and partnership accounting
• Ability to manage complex, multi-entity accounting environments, managing multiple projects and meeting deadlines
• Strong analytical and organizational skills and an excellent communicator
• Capable of performing detailed accounting work while supervising

Special Requirements

• Must possess and maintain a valid NC driver's license.
• Drug testing, criminal background check and DMV check required.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration or related field (preferred)
• Minimum of five (5) years of accounting experience; public/affordable housing preferred