LIHTC Development Consultant

Novogradac & Company LLP; Alpharetta, Northern (GA, KY); On-site; USD 106,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Remote and hybrid opportunities

Competitive benefits package

401(k) with profit-sharing

Dress for your day

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Novogradac & Company LLP seeks a LIHTC Development Consultant to advise affordable housing developers on complex 9% and 4% LIHTC transactions from feasibility to closing. You will lead strategy, perform financial modeling, and manage client relationships, mentoring staff along the way.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and five years of LIHTC experience, with CPA/MBA/JD preferred. Remote/hybrid opportunities and a competitive benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Political Science, Public Policy, or related field plus at least five years of LIHTC development or consulting experience.
• CPA, MBA, MRED, JD, or similar credential preferred.
• Multi-state 9% and 4% LIHTC experience.
• Knowledge of LIHTC program, including 9% and 4% transactions, QAPs, and state housing agency processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead LIHTC development strategy, feasibility analysis, and capital stack structuring.
• Direct preparation and review of LIHTC applications under QAPs.
• Advise on equity pricing and investor requirements; support closings.
• Serve as client contact and advisor; coordinate with developers, lenders, investors, attorneys, and agencies.
• Mentor staff and contribute to internal knowledge sharing.

Skills

LIHTC knowledge

Financial modeling

Client management

Staff mentoring

Regulatory know-how

Education

Bachelor's degree

CPA or MBA or JD preferred

Tools

Excel

Word/PowerPoint

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. Dare to bring your unique perspective? At Novogradac, we value individuals who bring unique perspectives and bold ideas. If you’re eager to contribute to an inclusive, innovative environment where your personal and professional growth is encouraged and supported, we invite you to explore this exciting opportunity with us.

Position Summary:

The LIHTC Development Consultant serves as an advisor to affordable housing developers, providing objective leadership and technical expertise on low-income housing tax credit (LIHTC) transactions. This role assists with complex 9% and 4% bond-financed LIHTC developments from early feasibility through application, award, and closing, exercising professional judgment with minimal oversight while managing client relationships and mentoring staff.

Your Contributions and Responsibilities

• Project Leadership & Strategy Engage in and advise on LIHTC development strategy, feasibility analysis, and capital stack structuring. Serve as an advisor on 9% and 4% LIHTC transactions. Evaluate underwriting assumptions, risks, and structuring alternatives. Support client pipeline planning and long-term LIHTC strategy.
• Application & Allocation Leadership Direct preparation and review of LIHTC applications under applicable Qualified Allocation Plans (QAPs). Assist in development of scoring and positioning strategies. Engage in agency interactions and respond to clarification requests. Guide clients through awards and post-award requirements.
• Financial Modeling & Transaction Support Review and evaluate sources and uses, credit calculations, and operating pro formas. Advise on equity pricing and investor requirements. Support closings and post-award activities through 8609 issuance.
• Client & Stakeholder Management Serve as a client contact and advisor. Coordinate with developers, lenders, investors, attorneys, and agencies. Communicate complex LIHTC concepts clearly.
• Mentorship & Practice Contribution Review work of staff, as applicable. Provide training to staff and clients. Contribute to internal knowledge sharing and best practice.

Your Background and Skills

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Political Science, Public Policy, or a related field and at least five years of LIHTC development or consulting experience.

• Preferred CPA, MBA, MRED, JD, or similar credential.
• Multi-state 9% and 4% experience.
• Knowledge of LIHTC program, including 9% and 4% transactions, QAPs, and state housing agency processes.
• Knowledge of affordable housing finance structures, including capital stack development involving equity, debt, tax credits, and other public or private funding sources.

Ability to analyze risks, assumptions, and structuring alternatives and provide strategic recommendations to clients. Ability to communicate complex financial, regulatory, and LIHTC program concepts clearly to internal team members. Relationship management and advisory skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders. Ability to exercise independent judgment and assist in complex LIHTC transactions with oversight. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to effectively prioritize a fast-paced and varied workload, effectively manage a variety of concurrent and shifting priorities. Strong computer skills, including solid skill in the Microsoft Office suite (particularly Excel) and report writing tools.

Why work with us?

Novogradac is committed to fostering a welcoming workplace where all employees feel valued and empowered to grow. We believe in offering a supportive, balanced work environment that encourages professional growth and work‑life integration.

We are proud to offer:

• Increased number of paid holidays per year
• Competitive salaries with continuous review of market conditions
• Flexible working hours and work arrangements
• Remote and hybrid opportunities
• Inclusive workplace, providing strong professional growth and development opportunities
• Strong growth opportunities
• Competitive benefits package
• 401(k) package with firm profit‑sharing
• Strong emphasis on quality work‑life integration
• Dress for your day policy
• Resources of a national firm
• Opportunities to engage with our active Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), affinity groups, and advance your career within a supportive, inclusive environment

Compensation

Compensation: $106,000 to $143,000 depending on experience. More is possible if experience dictates.

Commitment to Inclusion

Novogradac is committed to ensuring a fair and inclusive recruitment process, making reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities or special needs throughout the application process. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to apply, as we believe that unique perspectives strengthen our ability to achieve excellence. At Novogradac, we offer a variety of Employee Resource Groups and Affinity Groups to provide all employees with opportunities to connect, collaborate, and support one another in the workplace. Novogradac & Company LLP offers a progressive work environment, competitive pay and an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, life/disability insurance, commuter flex accounts and a 401(k). Novogradac and Company LLP is an equal opportunity employer. Novogradac’s culture is centered on education, acceptance, innovation and opportunity. We value diversity and respect the different perspectives that each of our employees bring to Novogradac no matter their age, race, religion, gender identity or sexual orientation. We are committed to creating an equitable and inclusive workplace for our entire workforce. By submitting an application with us, you are providing Novogradac with personal information. More information on how we use your personal information may be found in our Privacy Notice at Collection.

We’re Novogradac, a national certified public accounting and consulting firm headquartered in San Francisco. Founded in 1989, the allied group of Novogradac companies has grown to more than 900 employees and partners with more than 25 offices throughout the country. Novogradac is one of the nation’s top 40 certified public accounting and consulting firms and is a recognized leader in real estate and community development. Novogradac provides publicly and privately held national enterprises with a full spectrum of audit, tax, valuation, expert witness and litigation support, property compliance and general consulting services and works extensively in the affordable housing, community development, historic preservation and renewable energy fields.