Compliance Manager Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Advanced knowledge of affordable housing compliance regulations and programs, including applicable federal, state, and local requirements.
• Advanced knowledge of IRC Section 42 (LIHTC), IRC Section 142 (Tax-Exempt Bonds), HOME, National Housing Trust Fund (NHTF), HOTMA, 24 CFR Part 5 income eligibility requirements, and other applicable affordable housing programs.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret complex regulatory requirements, assess compliance risks, and provide practical recommendations.
• Ability to supervise, coach, mentor, and develop employees.
• Ability to manage multiple client engagements, operational priorities, and shifting demands effectively.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with sound professional judgment.
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills.
• Ability to build and maintain productive client relationships and serve as a trusted compliance resource.
• Strong organizational skills, including managing competing priorities, following through on commitments, and meeting project deadlines.
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams while fostering a positive and productive work environment.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications, compliance reporting systems, and related business software.
• Maintain a professional demeanor with clients and coworkers while adhering to internal administrative requirements and deadlines.
• Available to work evenings and weekends based on business needs and travel domestically as required.
• Bachelor’s degree and at least 7 years of directly related experience in the administration and monitoring of multifamily affordable housing programs, including at least 3 years of leadership, supervisory, or management experience; an appropriate balance of education and work experience may be considered.
• Certified Occupancy Specialist (COS) or equivalent certification and Housing Credit Certified Professional (HCCP) designation are required.
• Additional company-sponsored compliance certifications may be required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the planning, staffing, scheduling, workload allocation, execution, and timely completion of multifamily compliance engagements and client deliverables.
• Review pre- and post-occupancy tenant file compliance reviews, reports, findings, and related work products for quality, consistency, and regulatory compliance.
• Serve as an escalation point for complex compliance matters, engagement issues, client questions, and regulatory interpretation needs.
• Provide technical guidance on affordable housing compliance programs and applicable federal, state, and local requirements.
• Supervise, coach, mentor, and develop Senior Property Compliance Analysts, Property Compliance Analysts, and Junior Property Compliance Analysts; provide feedback, support training, and complete performance evaluations.
• Monitor engagement performance, productivity, quality standards, and team capacity; identify issues and recommend improvements.
• Develop, strengthen, and maintain client relationships through professionalism, responsiveness, follow-through, and a service-oriented approach.
• Support department training, knowledge-sharing, process improvement, and quality control initiatives.
• Assist department leadership with client service strategies, business development support, industry involvement, and other assigned operational or strategic priorities.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Benefits

• Increased number of paid holidays per year.
• Competitive salaries with continuous review of market conditions.
• Flexible working hours and work arrangements.
• Remote and hybrid opportunities.
• Professional growth and development opportunities.
• Competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, life and disability insurance, commuter flex accounts, and a 401(k).
• 401(k) package with firm profit-sharing.
• Discretionary annual bonuses for eligible positions and a CPA bonus plan.
• Dress for your day policy.
• Opportunities to engage with Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and affinity groups.
• Resources of a national firm.
• Strong emphasis on quality work-life integration.