Director of accounting Jobs in Evansville, IN

Job Description

Job Description

SUMMARY

This is a senior management classification that oversees, directs, and participates in compliance related activities of the Evansville Housing Authority (EHA) and Advantix. Activities include short and long-term planning and development and administration of division policies, procedures, and services. This position requires a variety of administrative, coordinative, analytical, and liaison capacities. Successful performance of the work requires knowledge of the housing programs administered by the Agency and public policies, Agency functions and activities, and the ability to develop, oversee, and implement the Agency’s housing compliance programs and activities. Responsibilities include coordinating the activities of the division with those of other divisions and departments and outside agencies and managing and overseeing the complex and varied functions of the division. The incumbent is accountable for accomplishing division planning and operational goals and objectives and for furthering EHA and Advantix goals and objectives within general policy guidelines.

EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Assumes full management responsibility for all programs, services, and activities of the Compliance Department.
• Directly or through subordinates oversees the development of compliance procedures and quality control initiatives, the planning and execution of audits and file reviews, the implementation of corrective actions for program errors and the clean-up of compliance-related data.
• Responsible for monitoring financial management, physical conditions, compliance, resident / occupancy issues, and community / resident relations.
• Responsible for compliance with the partnership agreement, maintaining positive relationships with the partners, and reporting on a timely basis.
• Oversee program compliance and adherence to contractual obligations for the agency’s affordable housing portfolio, and Section 8 regulatory compliance; conduct annual audits of affordable housing tenant files and inspections, explains and enforces program policies, procedures, and regulations to staff and property managers; follows up on non-compliance issues as necessary.
• Monitor, review, and makes recommendations of agency activities and processes related to the Voucher Management System (VMS), Enterprise Income Verification (EIV), Public and Indian Housing Information Center (PIC) databases, and serves as the Agency lead with HUD / OIG program related audits and fraud allegation investigations.
• Ensures compliance through processes which include quality assurance, auditing, file review, efficiency / service delivery, software administration, preventative and ad hoc reporting, and regularly reports on the results of the agency’s quality assurance efforts to Executive Management.
• Directs, and coordinates the implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards for the assigned division; establishes, within Agency policy, appropriate budget, service, and staffing levels for compliance department.
• Selects, trains, motivates, and directs compliance division personnel; evaluates and reviews work for acceptability and conformance with division standards, including program and project priorities; works with employees on performance issues; implements discipline and termination procedures; responds to staff questions and concerns.
• Contributes to the overall quality of the department’s service by developing, reviewing, and implementing policies and procedures to meet legal requirements and Agency needs; continuously monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; assesses and monitors the distribution of work, support systems, and internal reporting relationships; identifies opportunities for improvement; directs the implementation of change.
• Participates or leads the development of implementation strategies for operational improvement and program advancement, and internal mechanisms for the continuing review of programs administered by staff; generates, develops or recommends reporting systems that ensure housing program staff accurately captures both qualitative and quantitative programmatic data, HUD reporting requirements, and other required reports for internal control and / or for external reporting and compliance.
• Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal housing discrimination laws, including conducting regular self-assessment to ensure compliance with the Federal Fair Housing Act, Section 504, Limited English Proficiency, and other applicable rules, and regulations. Regularly reviews Agency's publications and marketing plan to ensure that they include non-discrimination statements with all the necessary protected classes and various outreach mechanisms to remove housing barriers. Continually monitors program activities, services, and provides annual staff training to ensure all participants are given an equal opportunity to participate in the program without discrimination based on the protected classes.
• Ensures compliance with the Section 3 program under the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968. Oversee the submittal of the annual Section 3 HUD form 60002 to the Section 3 Performance Evaluation and Registry System (SPEARS). Continually monitors program activities, services, and provides staff training to ensure that employment and other economic opportunities generated by certain HUD financial assistance opportunities, to the greatest extent possible, are afforded to low- and very low-income persons, especially recipients of government assistance for housing, and to businesses that provide economic opportunities to low- and very low-income persons.
• Monitors Agency's contracts to ensure compliance with the prevailing local wage and fringe benefits requirements in accordance with the Davis-Bacon and Related Acts (40 USC §3141 et seq.; 29 CFR Parts 1, 3, 5, 6 and 7).
• Conducts regular division and one-on-one meetings with staff to discuss current and future projects and activities; presents and resolves various issues and problems; provides guidance to staff on various work processes.
• Prepares, reviews, and presents staff reports, various management and information updates, and reports on special projects as assigned by the Director.
• Attends senior management meetings; attends and participates in professional group meetings and participates on a variety of boards, commissions, and committees; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of housing programs and prepares and presents staff reports and other necessary correspondence.
• Assists the Executive Team in responding to difficult and sensitive public inquiries and complaints and assists with resolutions and alternative recommendations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES

Problem Solving : Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with sensitive topics and / or irate customers.

Job Knowledge : Exhibits requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the position effectively. Demonstrates knowledge of policies, procedures, goals, objectives, operational entities, requirements, and activities as they apply to the assigned organizational entity. Uses appropriate judgment & decision making in accordance with level of responsibility.

Customer Service : Understands that all employees have external and / or internal customers that they provide services and information to; honors all the organization’s commitments to customers / residents by providing helpful, courteous, accessible, responsive and knowledgeable customer service.

Interpersonal Skills : Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; maintains confidentiality; listens to others without interrupting; establishes rapport when working with others.

Teamwork : Cooperates with others to accomplish common goals; works with employees within and across his / her department to achieve shared goals; treats others with dignity and respect and maintains friendly demeanor; values the contributions of others.

Results Orientation : Consistently delivers required agency results; sets and achieves achievable, consistently complies with quality standards and meets deadlines; maintains focus on organizational goals.

Accountability : Accepts full responsibility for self and contribution as a team member; displays honesty and truthfulness; confronts problems quickly; displays a strong commitment to organizational success and inspires others to commit to goals; demonstrates a commitment to delivering on his / her public duty and presenting oneself as a credible representative of the organization to maintain the public’s trust.

Professionalism : Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND / OR CERTIFICATION

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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COMPUTER AND ADMINISTRATIVE SKILLS

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have advanced abilities using computer software such as MS Word, and Outlook and should be capable of using internet resources for research and developing reports. Proficient in operating and troubleshooting personal and laptop computers. Ability to learn other computer software programs as required by assigned tasks.