Director of Finance

Position Summary :

The St. Louis Housing Authority (SLHA) is seeking an experienced, strategic, and mission-driven Director of Finance to serve as a pivotal member of our Executive Team. This is more than a finance job-it's an opportunity to use your financial acumen to directly impact the lives of low-to-moderate income families across St. Louis by ensuring the fiscal integrity and sustainability of our vital affordable housing and community development initiatives.

If you are a finance leader who thrives on complex real estate transactions, HUD compliance, and managing multi-entity financial systems, we invite you to apply your expertise where it matters most.

The Role : Strategic Impact and Leadership

Reporting directly to the Executive Director, the Director of Finance is responsible for the overall financial health and operational excellence of the agency. You will move beyond standard accounting to drive our growth, manage our capital stack, and secure our ability to expand housing opportunities.

Key Responsibilities Include :

Strategic Leadership & Executive Partnership

• Serve as a core member of the Executive Team, providing critical financial guidance on operational decisions, agency performance, and long-term sustainability.
• Lead the entire financial planning cycle, including the development of the annual operating budget, capital plans, and multi-year financial forecasts.
• Act as the staff liaison to the Board of Commissioners' Finance and Administration Committee, presenting complex financial strategies clearly and concisely.

Compliance, Audit & Fiscal Integrity

Capital & Development Finance

What You Bring

The ideal candidate is a proven leader with exceptional technical expertise and a passion for public service.

Required Qualifications

Why Join SLHA?

At the St. Louis Housing Authority, your work translates directly into homes, stability, and opportunity. We offer a challenging, rewarding environment where you can apply advanced financial skills to a crucial public mission. If you are ready to be a financial steward who powers community-wide progress, apply today!