Experienced Senior Accountant/ Consultant, Real Estate/Affordable Housing

Reference #: 5724

Job Summary:

The Assurance Experienced Senior Consultant, Public Housing Authority is responsible for leading accounting relating engagements in collaboration with Public Housing Finance leadership.Job Duties:

Applies knowledge and understanding of HUD regulations and guidelines, and documents and communicates the applications of these principles as needed

Makes constructive suggestions to improve client programs and housing policies

Reviews workpapers and other work products that meets the client's requirements and quality standards

Assists in managing budgets on Finance engagements to complete work timely and within clients' expected cost

Applies comprehensive knowledge of Capital Fund Program, Housing Choice Voucher Program, Low Rent Public Housing Program, Ross Program, Hope VI, Business Activities, Component Units, and applicable State/Local Programs to draw conclusions and form an opinion on a target issue

Researches program regulations, new HUD notices, and present findings to client

Provides basic and advanced accounting services to clients including year-end and monthly reconciliation, preparation and submission of FDS, financial reporting, etc.

Leads the preparation and submission of Federal and local housing subsidy applications and federal funding for programs for clients

Other duties as required

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Coaches less experienced consultants

Provides verbal and written performance feedback to Consultants

Supervises the work assignments of Consultants with engagement teamQualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, required

Experience:

Four (4) or more years of prior experience in public accounting, required

One (1) or more years of prior supervisory experience, preferred

License/Certifications:

Actively pursuing completion of CPA licensing, required

CPA, preferred

Software:

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, required

Experience with various assurance applications and research tools, preferred

Language:

N/A

Other Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

Solid understanding and experience planning and coordinating the stages to perform an audit of a basic public and/or private company

Knowledge of internal accounting controls and professional standards and regulations

Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to adapt style and messaging to effectively communicate with professionals at all levels both within the client organization and the firm

Ability to successfully multi-task while working independently and within a group environment

Superior analytical and diagnostic skills and ability to break down complex issues and implementing appropriate resolutions

Ability to work in a demanding, deadline driven environment with a focus on details and accuracy

Understanding of HUD Grant Programs and related rules and regulations

Solid project management skills

Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.

California Range: $95,000 - $105,000

Colorado Range: $95,000 - $105,000

Illinois Range: $95,000 - $105,000

Maryland Range: $95,000 - $105,000

Minnesota Range: $95,000 - $105,000

NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $95,000 - $105,000

Washington Range: $95,000 - $105,000

Washington DC Range: $95,000 - $105,000All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by law.