LIHTC Development Consultant

Novogradac; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 94,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with profit-sharing

Strong growth opportunities

Competitive benefits package

Work-life integration

Job summary

Novogradac is seeking a LIHTC Development Consultant in St. Louis, MO. This role provides leadership and technical expertise on low-income housing tax credit transactions, guiding clients through application, awards, and closing stages. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree and at least five years of LIHTC experience. The position offers a salary between $94,000 and $127,000, along with a competitive benefits package, including a 401(k) with profit-sharing and strong growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• At least five years of LIHTC development or consulting experience.
• Knowledge of affordable housing finance structures.
• Ability to communicate complex financial and regulatory concepts.

Responsibilities

• Advise on LIHTC development strategy and feasibility analysis.
• Support client pipeline planning and long-term LIHTC strategy.
• Guide clients through award and post-award requirements.

Skills

LIHTC development experience

Relationship management

Financial analysis

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

CPA, MBA, MRED, or JD preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel)

Job description

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

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Serve as a client contact and advisor.
• Coordinate with developers, lenders, investors, attorneys, and agencies.
• Communicate complex LIHTC concepts clearly.
• Review work of staff and 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, managing multiple concurrent and shifting priorities.
• Strong computer skills, including solid skill in the Microsoft Office suite (particularly Excel) and report writing tools.

Benefits Of Joining Our Team

• 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: $94,000 to $127,000 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.

Novogradac and Company LLP is an equal opportunity employer. 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.