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Vice President of Housing Accounting

National Church Residences
United States, Ohio, Columbus
Jul 09, 2025
Job Description: Title: Vice President of Housing Accounting Housing Status: Exempt Reports to: CFO Revision date: July 2025 Supervises: Directly Supervises: Director of Tax, Senior Accounting Manager, Accounting Managers, AP Supervisor Housing Accounting Support Supervisor (approx. 30 total team members) PURPOSE According to the prescribed policies and procedures of the organization including all applicable federal, state and local regulations and under the general supervision of the Chief Finance Officer, the Vice President, Housing Accounting assumes responsibilities for the financial reporting for 340+ Housing properties as well as management and development of the accounting, real estate tax, accounts payable, and support teams. He or she is involved in implementing and maintaining a system of internal controls to ensure company assets are adequately safeguarded and that financial reporting is accurately prepared in compliance with relevant policies and US GAAP. The position addresses tight deadlines and the supervision of a multitude of accounting and financial activities including, among other things: general ledger preparation, financial reporting, year-end audit and tax preparation, accounts payable, use of ERP and other technology enablers, and affordable housing real estate and sales / use tax. This role works cross-functionally, collaborating with operational and senior-level executives to advance the business. Importantly, the role leads the team in support of the organization's mission, values, and goals. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Manage financial oversight of properties with 340+ entities, ensuring accurate monthly accounting results, year-end audits, and tax compliance. Manages A/P team, including vendor set-up, check payments, 1099 and unclaimed funds reporting (roughly 100,000 vendor payments annually). Also manages R/E tax ensuring accurate property valuations. Responsible for hiring, coaching, training, and development of the team. Prioritize, delegate, and review work assignments. Support and develop the team to meet their (and the organization's) short- and long-term development and goals. Gather information needed to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting. Identify and manage stakeholders, understanding their needs/issues, and leading / coordinating the development of stakeholder engagement plans to support the business. Ensure accounting policies and procedures are followed in accordance with GAAP. Ensure internal controls are in place to support accounting best practices and regulation compliance to minimize HUD and financial reporting findings, deficiencies, and material weaknesses. Responsible for timely and accurate site-level reporting to all government agencies, bond trustees, lenders, etc. Ensure compliance with state agency and other special reporting requirements. Navigate complex policy, process, and people-related organizational and regulatory dynamics. Develop, implement, and maintain systems, procedures and policies to ensure adherence to company guidelines. Improve procedures and resource use while maintaining a high level of accuracy. Plan and prioritize work to meet commitments. Advise team and cross-functional partners on the handling of non-routine reporting transactions. Regularly review new acquisitions, debt refinancing and modifications, and construction and development plans to assure proper transition to accounting services. Comfortably navigate ERP system and other technology tools including the implementation of new modules / solutions Demonstrate and maintain a positive, professional manner, manage time efficiently and effectively, provide leadership as a role model to promote a team approach, and participate in appropriate problem-solving methods. Must adhere to all policies, procedures, terms and conditions set forth in the National Church Residences' Employee Information Guide (EIG) as well as any facility handbook including but not limited to corporate compliance, drug free workplace, safe work practices, all federal, state, local regulations and laws. Perform other duties as assigned. JOB SPECIFICATION SHEET-Vice President Housing Accounting Education: Bachelor's degree in accounting. CPA or MBA preferred. Experience: Ten or more years performing the job responsibilities in the affordable housing industry. Eight plus years of management experience preferred. Mental: Must have good communication, comprehension, computer and interpersonal skills. Must have the ability to speak, read, write and understand English. Skills: Must have working knowledge of Windows, Microsoft Office Suite. Licensure: CPA preferred. Vision: Normal: Consistent with standard workflow. With respect to said job description, estimate the daily time spent performing the following activities. Rare (R) = 0-24%; Sometimes (S) = 25-49%; Frequent (F) = 50-74%; Continuous (C) = 75% plus R = Climbing S = Stooping Lifting / Carrying; S = 10-25 lbs. S = Standing R = Pushing R = 26-50 lbs. F = Sitting R = Pulling R = 51-75 lbs. S = Walking R = Driving ` R = 76 plus lbs. Consequences of Errors: Material monetary responsibility. Audit findings, significant deficiencies and material weaknesses. Tax filing errors. Supervision Received: General supervision: Employee generally operates by himself/herself checking with supervisor when in doubt. Working Conditions: Good office conditions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, military status, disability, genetic information and/or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.