Compliance Analyst

City of New York • New York, NY

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About The Position

The New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) is the nation’s largest public housing authority, with an operating budget of $3.3 billion and over 11,000 employees who manage and maintain 325 developments that house about 400,000 residents. NYCHA also operates the country’s largest Section 8 program, which provides rental assistance to about 200,000 additional people. Under the general supervision of the Director of Compliance, and with latitude for independent initiative and judgment, the Compliance Auditor will be responsible for overseeing NYCHA’s annual Single Audit process, acting as the primary liaison between external auditors and internal departments. This role will involve managing all requests and deliverables related to the audit. Additionally, the auditor will assist with external oversight engagements, including tracking and responding to policy and procedural recommendations from agencies such as the NYCHA Inspector General and the Department of Investigation.

Requirements

• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university, accredited by regional, national, professional or specialized agencies recognized as accrediting bodies by the U.S. Secretary of Education and by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) including or supplemented by 24 semester credits in accounting, including one course each in: advanced accounting, auditing, and cost accounting; and one of the following: (A) one year of full-time satisfactory experience in management auditing, financial auditing, and/or information technology (IT) auditing; or (B) a valid Certified Public Accountant license issued by the New York State Education Department; or (C) a valid Certified Internal Auditor certificate issued by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA); or 2. A satisfactory combination of education and/or experience equivalent to "1" above. Education and/or experience may be substituted as follows: (A) two years of full-time satisfactory experience in financial or managerial accounting may be substituted for the one year of experience described in "1(A)" above; (B) undergraduate or graduate credits from an accredited college or university, accredited by regional, national, professional or specialized agencies recognized as accrediting bodies by the U.S. Secretary of Education and by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) in management, computer science, public administration, and/or business administration may be substituted for up to 9 semester credits in accounting, on a credit for credit basis. However, all candidates must have a baccalaureate degree including or supplemented by 15 semester credits in accounting, including one course each in advanced accounting, auditing, and cost accounting, and one of the following: at least one year of the experience described in "1(A)" above or its equivalent; or a Certified Public Accountant license; or a Certified Internal Auditor certificate, as described in "1(B)" or "1(C)" above.
• To be eligible for placement in Assignment Level II individuals must have, in addition to meeting the minimum requirements, at least one year of experience as a Management Auditor - Assignment I or at least two years of experience in management auditing, financial auditing, and/or information technology (IT) auditing.
• Due to the existence of a civil service list, candidates must have permanent civil service status in the title of Management Auditor to be considered.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary liaison and point of contact for NYCHA’s annual Single Audit, in accordance with 2 CFR 200 Subpart F.
• Coordinate the preparation and timely submission of the Single Audit deliverables, including audited Financial Statements, Schedule of Federal Financial Assistance (SEFA), and Management Letter Comments.
• Liaise with external auditors and NYCHA’s Finance Department to facilitate audit planning, fieldwork, and reporting.
• Participate in audit-related meetings, including Entrance Conferences, Exit Conferences, and Overview Meetings.
• Review and evaluate audit information requests for accuracy and completeness prior to submission.
• Track, manage, and respond to all audit requests across departments.
• Collaborate with internal departments to draft responses to audit findings and recommendations.
• Liaise with external oversight entities, including the NYCHA Inspector General and other City agencies, regarding reviews, investigations, and audits involving the Authority.
• Track and monitor policy and procedural recommendations issued by external agencies.
• Coordinate and draft formal responses and periodic status updates related to Inspector General (IG) and Department of Investigation (DOI) recommendations, in collaboration with relevant business units.
• Monitor and follow up on the implementation of approved recommendations to ensure timely and effective resolution.
• Contribute to various compliance initiatives and special projects assigned by department leadership.

Benefits

• NYCHA provides benefits that include a choice of medical coverage plans, deferred compensation plans and a defined pension benefit plan as a member of the New York City Employees’ Retirement System (NYCERS).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees