Director of Accounting and Financial Operations

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

Job summary

Raleigh Housing Authority is seeking a Director of Accounting and Financial Operations to lead financial planning, reporting, and compliance for HUD programs and real estate portfolios. You will drive budgeting, audits, and internal controls while guiding a finance team to ensure accuracy and accountability.

The role requires a strong background in fund accounting, HUD requirements, and public sector finance, with experience supervising staff and coordinating across entities to deliver timely

Qualifications

• 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 settings.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting for the agency and related entities.
• Manage timely financial statements across HUD-subsidized and non-HUD portfolios.
• Ensure close processes monthly, quarterly, and annually across all funds and entities.
• Submit HUD FDS reporting for applicable programs.
• Oversee drawdowns and transactions through HUD systems such as LOCCS.
• Oversee accounting for property operations including rent collections and expenses.

Skills

Fund accounting

HUD financial regulations

Public sector compliance

Staff supervision

Financial planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Public Administration

Master's degree or CPA preferred

Tools

Yardi

LOCCS

Excel

Job description

Director of Accounting and Financial Operations

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.

Team Leadership

• 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.

Desirable Education & Training

• 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.