HCV Accountant: Public Housing Finance & Compliance Lead

Omaha Housing Authority; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 50,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

17 paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Life Insurance & FSAs

Retirement plan with company match

Job summary

Omaha Housing Authority is seeking a detail‑oriented Accountant to oversee Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) financial operations, ensuring compliance with GAAP and HUD regulations. The role supports payments, budgeting, reporting, and audits in a collaborative team.

The position emphasizes accuracy, cross‑department coordination, and SME-level knowledge of the HCV program to serve residents and landlords effectively.

Qualifications

• Candidate must understand HUD HCV regulations and GAAP requirements.
• Experience with accounting software and advanced Excel is preferred.
• Strong communication, organization, and data interpretation skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage Housing Assistance Payments (HAP) and reconciliations with property owners.
• Submit monthly HUD/VMS reports and perform prior month corrections as needed.
• Monitor HCV revenue, expenses, variances, and forecasts using HUD tools.
• Handle portability billing and ensure compliance for incoming/outgoing cases.
• Prepare records and workpapers for audits and HUD requests.
• Maintain general ledger, AP/AR, and month/year-end closings; support customers.

Skills

HUD HCV regulations

GAAP

Stakeholder management

Data interpretation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in accounting/finance

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Omaha Housing Authority is seeking a detail‑oriented Accountant to oversee Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) financial operations, ensuring compliance with GAAP and HUD regulations. The role supports payments, budgeting, reporting, and audits in a collaborative team.

The position emphasizes accuracy, cross‑department coordination, and SME-level knowledge of the HCV program to serve residents and landlords effectively.