Director of Accounting

Housing Catalyst•Fort Collins, CO

5d•$103,251 - $191,949•Hybrid

About The Position

Lead the performance and results of Housing Catalyst’s Accounting department. This departmental leadership role oversees complex, high-impact financial programs that are critical to our mission and culture. This role is best suited for a hands-on accounting leader who thrives in a complex, deadline-driven environment and can balance technical accounting expertise with operational leadership. About Housing Catalyst: Our work succeeds because of people passionate about affordable housing and its positive impact on lives and communities. We care deeply for those we serve—and for the employees who support them. We foster a supportive environment grounded in teamwork, compassion, honesty, accountability, and fun, with wellness, mindfulness, and professional development woven into daily work.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 5 years in a senior accounting leadership role overseeing staff and complex financial reporting functions; government/nonprofit or public sector experience strongly preferred.
Experience with HUD reporting, Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC), bonds, debt structures, and related regulatory and financial reporting requirements.
Deep knowledge of GAAP, GASB, governmental accounting.
Proven leadership: setting expectations, coaching, retention, and team development.
Advanced ability to interpret complex standards and implement practical solutions.
Strong communication, analytical rigor, and data-driven decision-making; high integrity and confidentiality.
Proven ability to prioritize competing deadlines, maintain strong internal controls, and deliver accurate financial reporting in a high-volume environment.
Experience with ERP/accounting systems in complex reporting environments; Yardi experience preferred.
CPA strongly preferred. Candidates without a CPA should possess substantial experience in governmental, affordable housing, or other highly regulated multi-entity accounting environments.

Nice To Haves

CPA strongly preferred. Candidates without a CPA should possess substantial experience in governmental, affordable housing, or other highly regulated multi-entity accounting environments.

Responsibilities

Oversee all accounting and finance functions, including reporting, audits, fixed assets, and intergovernmental accounting.
Coordinate debt service, accounts payable/receivable, grants, and investor reporting under applicable covenants.
Prepare and oversee consolidated financial statements and cash flows across multiple entities, programs, and funding sources; manage the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report.
Perform internal financial audits in accordance with GAAP and GASB; interpret and implement new pronouncements.
Develop and maintain accounting policies, internal controls, and reporting procedures; improve systems, workflows, and reporting processes to support accuracy, efficiency, and timely deliverables.
Lead and develop a high-performing team: hire, train, coach, mentor, set expectations, hold staff accountable for deliverables, and build bench strength.
Manage competing reporting deadlines, maintain strong internal controls, and lead teams in high-volume, deadline-driven environments.
Drive innovative process enhancements; cross-train staff to support business continuity.
Uphold confidentiality and professional standards; maintain regular, prompt attendance; participate in ongoing development.
May be reassigned in emergencies; perform other duties as required.