To be successful in this position, the right applicant will Lead with accuracy and accountability by maintaining strong financial controls and producing reliable financial reporting, and think strategically while staying hands-on by partnering with leadership to support informed decision-making, continuously improve financial systems, and balance day-to-day accounting operations with the organization's long-term goals.
 

• Lead the day-to-day operation of the organization's accounting function, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, the general ledger, fixed assets, and mortgage-servicing accounting.
• Maintain accurate financial records, effective internal controls, and compliance with GAAP and organizational accounting policies.
• Manage accounting systems, procedures, and documentation that support efficient operations and business continuity.

• Produce timely, accurate financial statements, forecasts, and reports that support sound decision-making by staff, the Finance Committee, and the Board of Directors.
• Lead the annual operating and capital budget process, including coordination with department leaders, budget reporting, and budget-to-actual analysis.
• Provide accurate financial information and analysis to support strategic planning, grant reporting, lender reporting, and other organizational needs.

• Ensure compliance with financial reporting, audit, regulatory, lender, grantor, insurance, and Habitat for Humanity International requirements.
• Maintain a strong system of internal controls that protects organizational assets and reduces financial risk.
• Identify financial risks and compliance issues and recommend appropriate corrective actions.

• Lead, develop, and evaluate the Accounting Department to ensure accurate, timely, and responsive financial services.
• Build a high-performing team through coaching, cross-training, succession planning, and continuous improvement.
• Manage staffing, performance, and professional development within the Accounting Department.

• Provide financial leadership and accounting support for the organization's housing development, construction, mortgage lending, and repair programs, including programs with designated funding and funds held for other agencies.
• Provide financial information and documentation needed to support real estate transactions, development financing, funding requests and reports, and organizational planning.
• Partner with department leaders to strengthen financial understanding and support effective operational decision-making.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or a related field.
• Minimum seven years of progressive accounting experience.
• Minimum three years of supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles.
• Experience managing audits.
• Strong Excel and accounting-software proficiency.
• Excellent analytical, organizational and communication skills.
• Experience with nonprofit accounting

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA).
• Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience in affordable housing, real estate development, mortgage lending, or construction accounting.
• Experience supporting boards, finance committees, or external auditors.
• Experience implementing or improving accounting systems and financial processes.