Chief Financial Officer

Butler Metropolitan Housing Authority•Hamilton, OH

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Butler Metropolitan Housing Authority (BMHA) is seeking a visionary and experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join our executive leadership team. This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic financial leader who is passionate about public service, operational excellence, and advancing affordable housing initiatives that positively impact communities throughout Butler County. The CFO will provide executive oversight of all financial operations and long-term fiscal strategy for BMHA, ensuring financial integrity, regulatory compliance, and sustainable growth across a diverse housing portfolio that includes Public Housing, Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), RAD conversions, LIHTC developments, and affiliated development initiatives. Reporting directly to the President & CEO, the CFO serves as a key advisor to executive leadership and the Board of Commissioners. This role is responsible for leading agency-wide budgeting, financial planning, compliance, reporting, audit coordination, risk management, and financial operations while supporting the agency's mission to provide quality affordable housing and services to the community. The successful candidate will oversee the Finance Director and accounting team while collaborating across departments to align financial strategy with operational goals and organizational growth.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible financial management experience
Minimum of 5 years of senior leadership or executive management experience
Valid driver's license and proof of insurance

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field
CPA designation strongly preferred
Experience with Public Housing Authorities
Experience with HUD-funded programs
Experience with Governmental accounting
Experience with RAD conversions
Experience with LIHTC developments
Experience with Grant administration
Experience with Multi-program financial oversight
Collaborative and forward-thinking financial executive
Extensive knowledge of HUD financial regulations and housing authority operations
Strong expertise in GAAP, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
Exceptional leadership, communication, and strategic planning skills
A commitment to accountability, integrity, and public service
The ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to diverse audiences

Responsibilities

Lead BMHA's financial planning, forecasting, capital strategy, and cash flow management
Serve as the chief financial advisor to the President & CEO and Board of Commissioners
Provide strategic recommendations regarding investments, debt management, sustainability, and organizational growth
Support long-term financial health and operational efficiency across all agency programs
Direct the development and administration of agency-wide operating and capital budgets
Monitor financial performance and provide variance analysis and corrective recommendations
Oversee multi-year financial planning and reserve analysis
Ensure compliance with HUD regulations, federal grant requirements, GAAP, and governmental accounting standards
Oversee Financial Data Schedules (FDS), Voucher Management System (VMS) reporting, SEMAP-related indicators, and related submissions
Serve as the primary contact for HUD financial reviews, audits, and compliance inquiries
Oversee financial operations and compliance for RAD properties and LIHTC developments
Coordinate with developers, investors, lenders, auditors, and legal counsel
Support future redevelopment and financing initiatives
Oversee accounting operations including payroll, accounts payable/receivable, grant accounting, and financial reporting
Lead annual independent audits and ensure timely resolution of findings
Maintain strong internal controls, financial policies, and risk mitigation strategies
Supervise and mentor finance and accounting staff
Establish performance expectations, accountability standards, and professional development initiatives
Foster a culture of transparency, collaboration, and fiscal responsibility