Financial Reporting & Compliance Manager

Full Job Description

SC Housing is transforming the housing industry in our state through cutting-edge programs and competitive, market-based financial products that makes homeownership affordable and quality rental housing possible for many. Our staff is excited about creating solutions that make a difference in the lives of others.

Responsibilities of the Financial Reporting and Compliance Manager

• Provides accurate and timely financial reporting on the financial position and activity of the Authority.
• Prepares monthly and annual financial reports, statements and notes to the financial statements.
• Prepares monthly internal budget reports, external financial reporting, and HUD (REAC) reports.
• Reviews the general ledger at the closing of each month and at year end to ensure timely and appropriate entries are made by staff.
• Reviews and approves all General Operating Fund journal entries prepared by the governmental accounting staff.
• Reviews and approves all reconciliations generated for the Authority.
• Reviews and approves disbursement vouchers before they are submitted to the Comptroller General's Office.
• Responsible for all chart of accounts.
• Provides oversight for the coordination of accounting and reporting systems for emergency rental and mortgage assistance programs.
• Ensures that information/reports as assigned are provided to the Authority's auditors (internal and external) on a timely basis.
• Interprets laws, regulations and policies to assess program applicability.
• Keeps executive management informed of program and policy changes and potential impact on applicable program administration. Manages implementation of program and policy changes to ensure accurate financial reporting requirements are met.
• Develops, and reviews annually, procedural manuals to be followed by the finance department to ensure proper controls, policies and procedures are followed.
• Fosters a positive work environment that promotes continuous communication.

Requirements

Agency Minimum and Additional Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting
• 5 years of full-time professional experience in accounting, auditing or finance
• 3 years of full-time supervisory management experience
• Knowledge of governmental accounting principles and practices and governmental financial statements
• Ability to analyze and interpret complex financial data and reports
• Experience in preparing governmental financial statements, budgets, and bank reconciliations

*An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted to meet the agency’s minimum requirements. (i.e. 1 year of education = 1 year of related experience)

Additional Requirements:
Knowledge of accounting principles and practices, understanding of financial statements, and the ability to analyze and interpret complex financial data and reports is essential. Considerable knowledge of State laws and regulations concerning disbursements, deposits, and transfers of funds. Financial services background preferably in the banking/mortgage industry with experience as a senior finance officer. Must be able to plan, develop, organize, implement, direct and evaluate fiscal function and performance. Must have experience in the use of multiple information systems and specialized software, and possess the ability to interpret bond indentures. Must be able to think abstractly, possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as negotiation, problem-solving, organizational and quantitative skills.

Must be able to lift and carry files, books and reports weighing up to 20 lbs. Must be able to perform filing, desk work and operate general office equipment. Must be able to sit or stand for prolonged or intermittent periods of time while sharing, gathering or presenting information to other staff members or external parties. Employee must be able to perform these tasks with or without reasonable accommodations. SC Housing is committed to a diverse workforce and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age (40+) or disability, sex (Including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions).

Qualifications

• Considerable knowledge of State laws and regulations concerning disbursements, deposits, and transfers of funds
• Certified Government Finance Officer (CGFO)
• MBA or Master of Accountancy/Finance or related field
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Additional Information

We are a state governmental agency but one unlike you’ve encountered before. We operate much more like a private sector business. We are a completely self-sustaining operation that offers rental and homeownership products and services, and we face many of the same regulatory, market, and financial hurdles of private sector financial institutions. Our clear advantage to employees is that we offer challenging, and meaningful work but with an appropriate work-life, home-life balance as well as excellent state government benefits. Now we’re looking to reinforce our team with a person who is energetic, brilliant, and talented.

Our Benefits Package:
SC Housing offers an exceptional benefits package that includes:

• Telecommuting options
• Accrued Paid Time Off (15 days annual/vacation leave per year and 15 days sick leave per year)
• 13 paid holidays
• PEBA Health, dental, vision, long term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouses, and children
• PEBA Perks
• Free Telehealth Visitsfor State Health Plan members
• Free Health Coaching for State Health Plan members
• State Retirement Plan
• Deferred Compensation Programs 401k and 457 plans
• MoneyPlus(tax-favored accounts program) Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discount Programs (PerksCard, TicketsatWork, and WeSave)
• Casual Fridays
• Tuition Reimbursement Program (after 6 months of employment)

And much, much more!


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