About the JobThe Cincinnati Metropolitan Housing Authority (CMHA) is seeking an experienced, strategic, and results-driven Controller to lead and oversee the Agency's accounting and financial operations. This is an exciting opportunity for a financial professional to play a critical role in safeguarding public resources, maintaining fiscal integrity, and supporting the Agency's mission of providing quality housing opportunities and strengthening communities.
The position is responsible for establishing and maintaining effective financial controls, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, and promoting sound financial management practices. This position oversees budgeting, general ledger accounting, and tenant accounting functions while ensuring compliance with HUD regulations, applicable federal and state requirements, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and Agency policies and procedures.
Key Responsibilities:- Direct and oversee daily, monthly, and annual accounting operations and financial reporting.
- Manage cash flow, budgeting, financial forecasting, and financial performance analysis.
- Ensure accurate and timely HUD and other regulatory financial reporting.
- Direct financial audits and recommend improvements to internal controls and accounting procedures.
- Monitor fiscal operations and develop strategies to improve efficiency and financial performance.
- Prepare and present financial reports, budget recommendations, and projections to support executive decision-making.
- Provide financial guidance and technical support to management and staff.
- Supervise, coach, and develop accounting personnel while promoting teamwork, accountability, and professional growth.
- Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, funding requirements, and collective bargaining agreements.
Required Qualification:- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Eight (8) to ten (10) years of progressively responsible accounting and financial management experience, including experience as a Controller, Accounting Director, or in a comparable leadership position.
- Minimum of five (5) years of experience in affordable housing, public-sector finance, and budgeting.
- Extensive experience in financial reporting, budgeting, financial projections, and internal controls.
- Experience in real estate financing and complex funding arrangements.
- Demonstrated leadership, supervisory, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and computerized financial management systems.
