Finance Director

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Butler Metropolitan Housing Authority (BMHA), an Equal Opportunity Employer, is seeking an experienced and strategic Finance Director to lead and oversee all financial operations. This is a key executive-level role responsible for ensuring financial integrity, regulatory compliance, and long-term sustainability across all agency programs.

Position Overview

The Finance Director provides strategic leadership and oversight of BMHA's financial operations, including Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), Public Housing, Asset Management, and Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) programs.

Reporting to both the President & CEO and the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), this role serves as a trusted advisor to executive leadership while ensuring compliance with HUD financial regulations and accurate reporting through systems such as the Voucher Management System (VMS).

Key Responsibilities

Financial Leadership & Strategy

• Serve as a primary financial advisor to executive leadership
• Lead financial planning, forecasting, and strategic analysis
• Support major initiatives including development, RAD conversions, and expansion

HUD Compliance & Reporting

• Ensure compliance with HUD financial requirements (FDS, SEMAP indicators)
• Oversee accurate and timely VMS reporting
• Serve as lead contact for HUD financial reviews and audits

LIHTC Oversight

• Manage financial compliance for LIHTC properties
• Monitor property performance, reserves, and reporting
• Coordinate with investors, syndicators, and development partners

Budgeting & Financial Planning

• Lead development and administration of agency-wide budgets
• Provide variance analysis and performance monitoring
• Present financial reports to leadership and Board of Commissioners

Accounting & Financial Operations

• Oversee accounting functions (GL, AP/AR, payroll, grant accounting)
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and HUD standards
• Maintain strong internal controls and funding allocation accuracy

Audit & Risk Management

• Manage annual audits and ensure resolution of findings
• Identify and mitigate financial risks
• Maintain compliance monitoring processes

Operations & Systems

• Collaborate with program departments to align financial goals
• Oversee financial systems (e.g., Yardi) and reporting tools
• Drive process improvements and operational efficiencies

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (required)
• Master's degree or CPA (preferred)
• 7–10 years of progressive financial management experience
• 3–5 years in a leadership or supervisory role
• Experience with public sector, housing authority, or HUD-funded programs (strongly preferred)

Required

• Valid Ohio driver's license
• Proof of personal vehicle insurance

Core Competencies

• Deep knowledge of HUD financial regulations and VMS reporting
• Experience with LIHTC financial compliance
• Strong GAAP and governmental accounting expertise
• Advanced analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to communicate complex financial data clearly
• High integrity, professionalism, and leadership presence

Leadership Responsibilities

• Supervise and develop finance and accounting staff
• Establish performance expectations and accountability standards
• Provide coaching, direction, and professional development

Performance Expectations

• Accurate and timely HUD financial reporting
• Clean audit results with minimal findings
• Strong internal controls and financial accountability
• Clear, actionable financial insights for leadership decision‑making

Work Environment

• Office‑based with occasional travel to housing sites
• May require extended hours during audits or key deadlines

BMHA is an Equal Opportunity Employer

If selected, candidates will be required to complete a background check and drug screening.

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