Compliance Specialist (LIHTC)

Highmark Residential, LLC•Jacksonville, FL

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Compliance Specialist is responsible for assisting with all property compliance for LIHTC, HUD, Home, Bond, and other state-specific programs. Assist with training on-site associates for Yardi, Compliance and other company-specific programs. The Compliance Specialist will work closely with the Properties and Regional Managers, as well as third-party compliance and corporate staff.

Requirements

On-site experience or previous compliance required
2-5 years previous compliance experience with LIHTC or other programs required
Extensive experience with the Affordable module in Yardi, including on-site processes and controls
Extensive experience and knowledge of Federal affordable programs
Microsoft Office skills – Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
Possess excellent writing and communications skills, including proper grammar and email etiquette
Ability to speak in front of groups of people
Able to travel overnight as required, approximately 30%
Ability to coordinate activities and meet deadlines
Ability to collaborate with peers on training and support objectives

Nice To Haves

1-2 years previous compliance experience with Florida state-specific affordable programs strongly desired

Responsibilities

Provide daily phone and e-mail support for properties regarding Yardi Affordable and other technical programs
Schedule, prepare classroom facilities and conduct training for on-site associates on Yardi’s Affordable software
Review and Audit file and system compliance for various affordable programs and set-asides
Ensure sites are maintaining appropriate set-asides as outlined in the regulatory agreements
Monitor and audit accuracy of Tenant Income Certification, backup within the files and Yardi data
Provide feedback to the property manager on audit results and provide additional training on errors found
Maintain good communications with external compliance auditors and get issues resolved quickly and accurately
Assist with meeting reporting requirements to external entities, such as TDHCA, FHFC, HUD, etc.
Coordinate timely weekly and month-end closings and perform reviews of data submitted
Perform reconciliation, research and troubleshoot discrepancies as related to the rent roll and accounts receivable
Review pre-close reports, distribute correction notices and ensure completion of corrections by month-end close deadline
Work with accounting personnel to resolve on-site accounting discrepancies
Maintain training calendar working with other departments with training needs
Create or modify training materials for web-based and live training classes
Lead lease file audits during due diligence; perform rent roll setup and assist in acquisition setups and dispositions
Perform property file audits and re-audits as needed

Benefits

Continuous professional development and regular career progression sessions
Competitive pay for the market
Monthly bonus opportunities for all site associates
30% associate rent discount
Medical, Dental & Vision benefits the 1st of the month following 30 days of full-time employment
Company-provided life insurance, short term and long term disability coverage
Flexible Spending accounts
401(k) eligibility after 90 days, with 4% Highmark match
Professional Certification & Tuition reimbursement
Vacation, Sick and Personal Time off available to use after 90 days
10 paid holidays
Paid parental leave