Property Accountant - Affordable Housing
Robert Half Finance & Accounting
Description
We are looking for a dedicated Property Accountant to join our team in Long Island City, New York. This role involves managing the financial aspects of a portfolio of affordable housing properties, ensuring compliance, and preparing detailed financial reports. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in maintaining the financial health of each property and collaborating with various stakeholders to support overall operations.
Responsibilities:
• Monitor compliance with regulatory agreements, lender requirements, and project contracts across all subsidiary entities.
• Evaluate and manage relationships with third-party property management companies, ensuring performance aligns with organizational goals.
• Oversee tax compliance and exemptions for entities while maintaining accurate records and databases for entity dissolution when necessary.
• Prepare and review quarterly financial statements, annual reports, audits, and submissions required by government agencies, lenders, and syndicators.
• Ensure proper allocation and usage of reserves in accordance with partnership agreements and regulatory guidelines.
• Collaborate with the Senior Controller to develop annual operating budgets and analyze monthly operational expenses and rental income for trends or discrepancies.
• Verify insurance coverage meets lender and regulatory requirements, addressing any gaps as needed.
• Coordinate resolution of property violations, such as building codes, elevator, or boiler issues, in partnership with facilities and third-party management.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures for property accounting and asset management to optimize operational efficiency.
• Assist in the financial analysis of leased properties as required.
Requirements
• Accounting/Finance Degree
• 3+ years Property Accounting experience
• HUD/Affordable Housing experience
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