Remote LIHTC Development Lead

Novogradac & Company LLP; Long Beach, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 113,000 - 153,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Competitive pay

Flexible hours

Remote and hybrid opportunities

Inclusive workplace

Job summary

Novogradac & Company LLP is seeking a LIHTC Development Consultant to advise affordable housing developers on 9% and 4% LIHTC transactions from feasibility to closing. The role requires strong leadership, financial modeling, and deep LIHTC knowledge.

You will lead application processes, review underwriting assumptions, and mentor staff while managing client relationships and coordinating with lenders, investors, and agencies. A CPA/MBA/JD is preferred.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Engage in 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, as applicable. Provide training to staff and clients. Contribute to internal knowledge sharing and best practice.

Skills

LIHTC development

Client relationship management

Financial modeling

Communication skills

Mentoring staff

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Political Science, Public Policy, or related field

CPA, MBA, MRED, JD, or similar credential

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Report writing tools

Office suite

Job description

Novogradac & Company LLP is seeking a LIHTC Development Consultant to advise affordable housing developers on 9% and 4% LIHTC transactions from feasibility to closing. The role requires strong leadership, financial modeling, and deep LIHTC knowledge.

You will lead application processes, review underwriting assumptions, and mentor staff while managing client relationships and coordinating with lenders, investors, and agencies. A CPA/MBA/JD is preferred.