Dir. of Accounting and Financial Operations

Rhaonline; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 150,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Generous benefits

Solid pension plan

Opportunities for career growth

Job summary

Rhaonline in Raleigh, NC seeks a Director of Accounting and Financial Operations to lead financial operations and ensure compliance with HUD regulations. This senior executive will manage financial reporting, budgeting, and accounting for several programs while mentoring the finance team.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance with 5-7 years of related experience. A valid NC driver's license and a clean background check are necessary.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of progressive accounting or financial management experience, preferably in government, municipal, or non-profit.
• Drug testing, criminal background check and DMV check required.
• Must possess and maintain a valid NC driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Manage financial statements for the Housing Authority.
• Ensure compliance with HUD financial regulations.

Skills

Strong knowledge of fund accounting

Financial reporting

Multi-entity consolidation

Proficiency in MS Office Suite, particularly Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Public Administration

Master’s degree, CPA, or equivalent certification

Tools

Yardi

Job description

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Dir. of Accounting and Financial Operations

Full Time Raleigh, NC, US

6 days ago Requisition ID: 1035

Salary Range: $150,000.00 To $175,000.00 Annually

Expected Hiring Range: $150,000 - $175,000

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.

The Director of Accounting and Financial Operations is a senior executive responsible for planning, directing and evaluating the fiscal operations of the Housing Authority. This role ensures financial integrity, regulatory compliance, and accurate reporting across a diversified portfolio that includes HUD-subsidized programs as well as non-subsidized real estate and affiliated entities

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Financial Reporting & Accounting Day-to-Day Operations

• Lead the agency’s financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Manage timely financial statements for the Housing Authority and its related entities, including market-rate and mixed-entity portfolios.
• Ensure accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes across all funds and entities.
• Submit required HUD Financial Data Schedule (FDS) reporting for applicable programs.
• Manage drawdowns and financial transaction processing through HUD systems such as LOCCS for applicable programs.
• Oversee accounting for property operations including rent collections, payables, maintenance capitalization, and operating expenses.

Compliance & Regulatory Oversight

• Ensure compliance with U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) financial regulations for Public Housing and Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) programs.
• Maintain compliance with applicable federal, state, and local financial reporting requirements.
• Oversee adherence to external audit requirements and coordinate annual financial statement audits.
• Ensure compliance with loan covenants and reporting requirements for non-HUD financing arrangements.
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls to safeguard agency and affiliate assets.
• Oversee accounting systems, processes, and procedures to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and audit readiness.
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate accounting and finance staff.
• Establish clear workflows, performance standards, and accountability structures within the finance team.
• Foster a culture of accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement within accounting operations.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

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, or Public Administration. Master’s degree, CPA, or equivalent certification preferred.
• 5-7 years of progressive accounting or financial management experience, preferably in government, municipal, or non-profit financial management, with a strong background in staff supervision.
• Strong knowledge of fund accounting, financial reporting, and multi-entity consolidation.
• Working knowledge of HUD financial requirements, grant accounting, and public sector compliance standards is preferred.
• Proficiency with real estate or public sector financial systems (preferably Yardi) and MS Office Suite, particularly Excel.