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 clients 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 team

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Education:
Bachelors 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 candidates 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 – $105,000

All 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.