Public Housing Controller — Impactful Finance Leader

SERC-NAHRO; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 128,000 - 161,000; Full time

Job summary

The Raleigh Housing Authority is seeking a hands-on Controller to manage day-to-day financial and accounting operations across a diverse public, nonprofit, and mixed-finance housing portfolio. Reporting to the Deputy CEO-Administration & Finance, this role ensures accurate financial reporting, compliance, and strong internal controls.

The position offers competitive compensation, generous benefits, a solid pension plan, and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration or related field (preferred).
• Minimum of five (5) years of accounting experience; public/affordable housing preferred.
• Experience with audits, budgets, cost allocations, GAAP and HUD reporting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee general ledger, reconciliations, payables/receivables, payroll review, and cash management.
• Prepare GAAP financial statements and HUD reports (FASS/REAC).
• Manage budgets, cost allocations, cash flow, and variance analysis.
• Ensure compliance with HUD, GASB, IRS tax credits, and NC requirements.
• Coordinate audits and supervise finance staff.

Skills

GAAP

HUD reporting

Government/nonprofit accounting

Multi-entity accounting

Payroll review

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration or related field

Job description

The Raleigh Housing Authority is seeking a hands-on Controller to manage day-to-day financial and accounting operations across a diverse public, nonprofit, and mixed-finance housing portfolio. Reporting to the Deputy CEO-Administration & Finance, this role ensures accurate financial reporting, compliance, and strong internal controls.

The position offers competitive compensation, generous benefits, a solid pension plan, and opportunities for career growth.