*Description of Position:*Located in Erie, PA, Housing and Neighborhood Development Service (HANDS) is a mission based entrepreneurial non-profit agency dedicated to providing homes for persons who are in need of safe and affordable housing.
*Job Summary* The Staff/Development Accountant is responsible for all aspects of accounting for a specific number of properties and the development accounting for new construction projects.
*Ex**perience and Education* A bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least two years of accounting experience.
Knowledge of HUD and LIHTC funding favorable.
Experience with Yardi Voyager preferred, but not required.
*Job Duties*
* Prepare annual budgets and financial forecasts for multiple properties.
* Preparation and analysis of monthly and quarterly financial reports using generally accepted accounting principles and standards.
* Performs End of Month tenant accounts receivable activities
* Maintains demand deposits bank accounts.
* Responsible for all Replacement Reserve and Residual Receipts request and transfers.
* Completes work papers, schedules, and research in preparation for and during annual audits, reviews and compilations
* Prepare development project budgets and financial forecasts.
* Prepare construction funding requests/draws and reconcile subsequent receipts.
* Prepare partnership and investor compliance reports.
* Monitor Financial Covenants.
* Operating budget and multi-year pro-forma forecasting using historic information and research.
* Participate with Planning in Development budget creation\_ Follow funding partner rules, be willing to research costs, and use historic data.
* Willingness to learn LIHTC, HUD HOME, and Federal HOME Loan Bank Affordable Housing Program budgeting rules, eligible costs, and timing of funds availability.
* Performs other accounting duties as assigned
*Competencies/Skills*
* Must be proficient in Microsoft Office applications (e.
g.
Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.
)
* Must be able to demonstrate analytic and problem solving skills.
Must be able to work in a fast-paced team environment.
Must have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to function independently and work effectively with other personnel.
* Is subject to frequent interruptions.
Is willing to work beyond regular working hours when necessary.
* Must be able to read, write, and speak the English language.
Must possess the ability to make independent decisions.
Must possess ability to work harmoniously with professional personnel.
Must have patience, tact and enthusiasm.
Must be meticulous and work accurately.
* Achieves no major audit deficiencies in areas of responsibility.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $45,000.
00 per year
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
Education:
* Bachelor's (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
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