HUD Accountant

Socket.dev; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Vision Insurance (UHA or KaI

Dental Insurance (HDS)

Supplemental Insurance (Aflac)

Pet Insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan

Identity Theft & Legal Protection

Paid Leave & Holiday Pay

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

Mental Health Kokua (MHK) in Honolulu, HI is seeking a HUD Accountant to support financial operations for HUD-funded housing programs serving adults with mental health challenges. The role focuses on accuracy, compliance, and stable housing operations across HUD programs.

The HUD Accountant will handle reconciliations, financial reporting, audit prep, and HUD-related processes while working closely with the Housing Division leadership to ensure financial accuracy and mission impact.

Qualifications

• Five (5) to ten (10) years of accounting/finance experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field preferred; QuickBooks and/or OneSite experience advantageous.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process financial information and HUD reporting requirements.
• Maintain accounting and bookkeeping systems for HUD housing programs.
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations and monitor account balances.
• Process monthly billings, monitor subsidy payments, and post receivables.
• Assist with financial audits and supporting documentation.
• Support REAC submissions, property tax exemption filings, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain HUD fixed asset inventory and financial tracking records.
• Collaborate with Housing Division leadership to support housing operations and financial accuracy.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organization

Spreadsheet proficiency

Problem solving

Written communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance

Tools

QuickBooks

OneSite

Job description

Mental Health Kokua (MHK) is hiring a HUD Accountant in Honolulu, Oahu to support the financial operations of community-based housing programs serving adults with mental health challenges. This role helps ensure financial accuracy, regulatory compliance, and stable housing operations across HUD-funded programs.

As a HUD Accountant, you will support accounting functions including reconciliations, financial reporting, audit preparation, and HUD-related financial processes. This position is ideal for detail-oriented professionals who enjoy organized, mission-driven work that supports housing stability and long-term community impact.

What You’ll Do (Responsibilities)

• Financial Reporting: Prepare and process financial information and HUD reporting requirements
• Accounting Operations: Maintain accounting and bookkeeping systems for HUD housing programs
• Bank Reconciliations: Perform monthly reconciliations and monitor account balances
• Billing & Receivables: Process monthly billings, monitor subsidy payments, and post receivables
• Audit Preparation: Assist with financial audits, reporting, and supporting documentation
• HUD Compliance: Support REAC submissions, property tax exemption filings, and regulatory requirements
• Asset Management: Maintain HUD fixed asset inventory and financial tracking records
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with Housing Division leadership to support housing operations and financial accuracy

HUD Accountant Qualifications

• Minimum: Five (5) to ten (10) years of experience in accounting or finance
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field; experience with QuickBooks and/or OneSite programs
• Skills: Strong attention to detail, organization, spreadsheet proficiency, problem-solving, and written communication skills
• Certifications: TB clearance (or willingness to obtain); CPR & First Aid if applicable
• Fit for the Role: Comfortable working in a mission-driven housing environment supporting adults in community-based programs

Requirements & Work Conditions

• Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug/alcohol screening
• Work takes place in an office and community-based housing support environment
• Ability to sit, stand, bend, walk, and occasionally lift up to 25 lbs
• Valid Hawaii driver’s license, current vehicle insurance, and safety inspection if applicable

Benefits of Joining MHK

• Medical & Vision Insurance (UHA or Kaiser)
• Dental Insurance (HDS)
• Supplemental Insurance (Aflac)
• Pet Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Identity Theft & Legal Protection
• Paid Leave & Holiday Pay
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility

Why Mental Health Kokua?

At Mental Health Kokua, we believe in “Opportunities to Begin Again.” We foster a nurturing environment where your passion for helping others can thrive. Your work helps strengthen housing programs that provide stability, dignity, and long-term support for individuals in our community.

This is more than just an accounting job, it’s an opportunity to make a meaningful impact through housing and community support.