Description
Primary Purpose of Position: The HCV Financial Compliance Specialist will provide technical, financial, and analytical expertise in HUD Contract payments. This position will also be responsible for utilizing a QA program that focuses not only on the quality of our program, but also fosters a “quality culture,” in which all employees become actively engaged in continuous improvement.
Core Functions:
Approve rent subsidy payments to landlords, local housing authorities (PHAs) and tenants
Work with PHAs to track activity and pay subsidy for tenants that have moved to those areas
Portability Processing from PHAs
Monitor and Track Repayment Agreements
Set up landlord information in computer system
Generate HUDs income and tenant information system reports
Quality control of tenant certifications and HCV processes outlined in the HCV Plan
System Administrator for MyHousing Landlord Portal
Respond to landlord and tenant calls
Assist auditors with file/documentation requests during audits
Develop and update financial forms, procedures, and manuals
Stay current on internal and external policies and regulations
Other duties as assigned
Working Conditions: Fast paced environment with multiple priorities, interruptions & deadlines. MaineHousing office hours are Monday – Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm. A hybrid schedule may be considered, if appropriate, after 6 months employment.
Reports To: HCV Housing Manager Supervises: no one
The starting hourly rate for the position is $20.4754 ($42,589 annually), plus a great benefits package, including, but not limited to, health, dental and vision, retirement options with employer match, life insurance, short and long-term disability, employee assistance, generous earned time and all major federal holidays. Employment is eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
**Position may remain open until a suitable candidate is found**Requirements
Education and Experience: Education and a minimum of two years of experience working in a financial role is preferred.
Certifications:
· Certified Occupancy Specialist (COS) Training (or within 12 months of hire)
Skills and Knowledge:
· Strong financial analysis and auditing skills
· Strong project management, time management, and organizational skills
· Strong PC skills using various software (spreadsheet, word processing, database)
· Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with business partners
· Experience communicating effectively in front of groups
· Excellent communication skills – oral, written, listening
· Ability to take initiative, work independently, and utilize creative and analytical skills to resolve issues
Skills Required
- Certified Occupancy Specialist (COS) training or obtain within 12 months of hire
- Education and minimum two years of financial role experience
- Strong financial analysis and auditing skills
- Project management, time management, and organizational skills
- PC skills with spreadsheet, word processing, and database software
- Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with business partners
- Experience communicating effectively in front of groups
- Excellent oral, written, and listening communication skills
- Ability to take initiative, work independently, and use creative analytical skills to resolve issues
What We Do
MaineHousing (Maine State Housing Authority) is a quasi‑state agency that advances affordable housing across Maine by combining public and private finance. It provides rental assistance and vouchers, funds affordable housing development, runs homeless prevention and homeownership programs, and delivers loan products and services to help low- and moderate‑income Maine people obtain and maintain safe, affordable housing.
