HUD Accountant

Mental Health Kokua•Honolulu, HI

14h•Onsite

About The Position

Mental Health Kokua (MHK) is hiring a HUD Accountant in Honolulu, Oahu to support the financial operations of community-based housing programs serving adults with mental health challenges. This role helps ensure financial accuracy, regulatory compliance, and stable housing operations across HUD-funded programs. As a HUD Accountant, you will support accounting functions including reconciliations, financial reporting, audit preparation, and HUD-related financial processes. This position is ideal for detail-oriented professionals who enjoy organized, mission-driven work that supports housing stability and long-term community impact.

Requirements

Minimum: Five (5) to ten (10) years of experience in accounting or finance
Strong attention to detail, organization, spreadsheet proficiency, problem-solving, and written communication skills
TB clearance (or willingness to obtain); CPR & First Aid if applicable
Comfortable working in a mission-driven housing environment supporting adults in community-based programs
Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug/alcohol screening
Ability to sit, stand, bend, walk, and occasionally lift up to 25 lbs
Valid Hawaii driver’s license, current vehicle insurance, and safety inspection if applicable

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field
Experience with QuickBooks and/or OneSite programs

Responsibilities

Prepare and process financial information and HUD reporting requirements
Maintain accounting and bookkeeping systems for HUD housing programs
Perform monthly reconciliations and monitor account balances
Process monthly billings, monitor subsidy payments, and post receivables
Assist with financial audits, reporting, and supporting documentation
Support REAC submissions, property tax exemption filings, and regulatory requirements
Maintain HUD fixed asset inventory and financial tracking records
Work closely with Housing Division leadership to support housing operations and financial accuracy