Lead Compliance Specialist (Multifamily & Affordable Housing)

Columbia Residential

Atlanta (GA)

Hybrid

USD 80,000 - 110,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Columbia Residential, a leading property management and development company serving the low- and moderate-income housing sector in the Atlanta area, seeks a Lead Compliance Specialist. The role oversees compliance operations, guides staff, manages assigned properties, and reports on regulatory adherence.

You will work under the Director and VP of Compliance to ensure program integrity and efficiency across LIHTC, PBRA, and related programs.

Qualifications

College degree preferred with affordable housing compliance experience or related experience.
HCCP or other Tax Credit Certification required.
Knowledge of affordable housing regulations and programs (LIHTC, PBRA, HOME, etc.).
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and internet navigation.

Responsibilities

Manage a portfolio of properties.
Ensure move-in, recertification, and internal transfer documentation meets program requirements.
Conduct monthly site visits for file reviews and compliance follow-up.
Conduct internal audits for certifications completed each month.
Coordinate monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for the affordable housing communities.
Provide guidance to Compliance Specialists and Community Management staff on compliance issues as needed.
Coordinate and monitor audit responses and document resolutions.
Maintaining knowledge of compliance regulations and staying updated with regulatory changes.

Education

College degree preferred with affordable housing compliance experience

Tools

HCCP or Tax Credit Certification

Job description

About Us

Columbia Residential is the leading property management and Development Company in this region, specializing in the low-affordable market. Our mission is to provide quality, affordable housing for low-and moderate-income families while fostering an environment for our team members to excel, thrive, and be recognized. We are a growing, mission-driven real estate organization that prides itself on the culture of excellence, integrity, responsibility, responsiveness, respect, and character.

Columbia Residential is looking for a Lead Compliance Specialist to become a part of our team! As a member of the Columbia Residential family, you will become an integral contributor to fulfilling the mission and vision of the company.

Position Summary

Career Description

About Us

Position Summary

The Lead Compliance Specialist is responsible for assisting with overseeing compliance operations, ensuring adherence to federal, state, and local regulations, as well as organizational policies. This role provides leadership, guidance, and technical expertise to compliance specialists, while also managing an assigned portfolio and reporting requirements. Under the guidance of the Director and VP of Compliance, this role helps ensure the integrity and efficiency of the Compliance Department. The Lead Compliance Specialist serves as a reliable resource for both the compliance team and community staff, providing consistent support in maintaining program compliance and adherence to regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Manage a portfolio of properties
Ensure move-in, recertification, and internal transfer documentation meets all program requirements.
Conduct monthly site visits for file reviews and compliance follow-up.
Conduct internal audits for certifications completed each month.
Support and assist with Lease-ups, Acquisition Rehabs, Audit preparations, etc.)
Assist in resolving audits responses by gathering supporting documentation.
Review and approve incoming pre-lease certification paperwork daily
Provide guidance to Compliance Specialists and Community Management staff on Corporate, State, and Federal Compliance related issues as needed.
Coordinate and compile monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for the affordable housing communities.
Liaison between community managers and state online reporting portals for technical support and error resolution.
Coordinate and monitor audit responses compiled by Community Staff and Compliance Specialists.
Conduct compliance testing and income verification.
Assisting with preparation and submission of Annual Reporting
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of compliance regulations relevant to the organization’s industry (LIHTC, PBRA, PHA, HOME, Bonds, TCAP, HOF).
Maintain a good rapport with Corporate, Local, State, and Federal agencies as applicable
Assist in the development and implementation of compliance policies, procedures, forms, reporting systems, and best practices.
Provide regular updates and reports to leadership on compliance status, risks, and corrective actions.
Assist Director of Compliance with tracking state online reporting portals errors, resolutions, and non-compliance
Support properties with assistance with basic Onesite functions related to file corrections
Assist Director of Compliance with unit swap and relabeling management. Must have a working knowledge of an array of programs to confirm accuracy and legitimacy of swap request.

Job Functions

College Degree preferred with affordable housing compliance experience or at least 3 years work experience in the affordable housing industry in a compliance or management capacity.
HCCP or other Tax Credit Certification required.
Knowledge of affordable housing regulations & programs, (IRS, HUD, Local, State, etc.)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office software and Internet

Supervisory Responsibility

None

Working Conditions

Job duties are conducted in an office environment.
Some travel required includes overnight travel as needed up to 25 percent.
Hybrid Schedule

This job description should not be considered all-inclusive. It is merely a guide of expected job duties and responsibilities. The duties and responsibilities described are not permanent and may be modified an any time. At the request of management, an employee may be asked to perform additional duties within the scope of our work with little to no advance notice.

Flexible Benefits Options

Because we know that compensation is not your only consideration when making a career decision, Columbia Residential offers a rich and competitive benefits package to our team members.

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Supplemental Insurance (AFLAC)
Prescription Drug Coverage
Flexible Spending Account
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Performance-based Bonus Program
Tuition and Professional Development Assistance
Short-term Disability Insurance
Long-term Disability Insurance
Basic Life Insurance
Voluntary Life Insurance
Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
Paid Time-Off (including your birthday!)
Paid Holidays
Health Reimbursement Account
Employee Referral Program

Our Company Culture Is Represented By These Core Values

Columbia Residential is the leading property management and Development Company in this region, specializing in the low affordable market. Our Mission Statement is:

To provide quality affordable housing for low and moderate income families.
To provide an environment for its team members to excel and to be recognized and rewarded for their accomplishments.
To provide the principals and partners a fair return on their efforts and investments.

As a growing company with more than 50 communities in the Atlanta, GA area, we are always looking to add professional and superior Community Service Technicians to our service team to align with our Mission Statement and Core Value for the communities we serve.