Accountant

Summary

The primary purpose of this position is to support the Finance Department by maintaining the Authority’s financial records in accordance with HUD accounting and auditing principles. The incumbent performs tasks related to financial accounting, budgeting and reporting. This position is responsible for performing complex account reconciliations as well as interpreting and applying HUD, program, and GAAP requirements to financial operations. This position aids departmental efforts to manage revenue and disburse funds in accordance with appropriate policies, procedures, and generally accepted accounting principles.

All activities must support The Greenville Housing Authority’s (“TGHA” or “Authority”) mission, strategic goals, and objectives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The position duties and responsibilities listed below describe the general nature and scope of work. Other responsibilities, duties, and skills may be required and assigned, as needed.

▪ Conducts month-end processes for TGHA managed Properties, including closing, reconciling, and preparing and posting journal entries. Monthly reconciliation of tenant A/R, security deposit, and FSS escrow reports to the GL.

▪ Researches errors on tenant, vendor, property ledgers.

▪ Monitors the Authority's bank accounts. Researches and provides action for ACH and check returns. Reconciles all Authority bank accounts and performs cash transfers between bank accounts. Electronically and insurance brokers to handle discrepancies.

▪ Prepares and compiles backup documentation for the property replacement reserve draws.

▪ Submits positive pay & ACH files to the bank.

▪ Preforms account transfers between bank accounts.

▪ Makes monthly JE to record FSS escrow cash transfer, associated bank transfer, and reconciles escrows to GL.

▪ Performs and assists with monthly, quarterly, and yearly Property reporting to investors & banks.

▪ Assists with preparing for all Property and TGHA annual audits.

▪ Assists with yearly budget preparation.

▪ Keeps record of all property & liability insurances and renewal dates. Acquires new certificates of insurance (COI) upon renewal to provide to property partners.

▪ Keeps accurate prepaid insurance accrual ledgers and posts monthly expense to GL.

Cross-trains on:

• A/P invoice preparation for approvals

• A/P invoice entry and payment processing

• Tenant A/R payment posting

• Other functions as needed

▪ Other related duties as assigned.

Education and/or Experience

Degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field and a minimum of four (4) years of experience performing work related to financial accounting, budget preparation, and financial reporting and analysis. Government of non-profit accounting experience preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Experience working in a month-end close environment required.

Some positions may require possession of a valid driver’s license and the ability to be insurable under the Authority’s automobile insurance plan at the standard rate.