Description

The Finance Director reports directly to the Executive Director and is responsible for leading and overseeing the financial operations of the Albuquerque Housing Authority and AHA Housing Development Corporation. The Finance Director serves as the Chief Financial Officer of the Authority and  provides assistance to the Executive Director in a variety of policy development, planning, administrative, coordinative, analytical, and liaison capacities to help the agency achieve its goals.  The Finance Director directs and oversees all accounting, budgeting, payroll, financial reporting, procurement, warehouse, information technology, tax, and investing functions; serves as an advisor and provides highly responsible and complex management support to the Executive Director in strategic planning and executing the long-term vision of the agency including objectives related to financial stability; assumes responsibility for safeguarding all of the Albuquerque Housing Authority’s (AHA) assets through the creation, implementation, and monitoring of policies and procedures; ensures compliance with all GAAP, HUD, and IRS regulations and reporting requirements; and performs related duties as assigned. The position ensures compliant accounting and financial reporting for  complex affordable housing finance transactions, including Low-Income Housing Tax Credits and tax-exempt bonds, while serving as the Authority’s primary financial representative to HUD, lenders, auditors, and community partners. The Finance Director is also responsible for building and leading a high-performing Finance Department.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field.
Seven or more years of progressively responsible experience in finance, accounting, and grant or fund accounting.
Four or more years of supervisory or management experience.
Valid New Mexico driver’s license (within sixty days of onboarding).