We are conducting a confidential search for an Accounting Specialist to join our client’s team. This Housing Authority is located in the Greenwood / Anderson   (Upstate) area of SC. The role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions, and ensuring compliance with accounting and industry standards. This position also serves an administrative support role including managing the office as well as benefits, payroll and the agency waiting list.

Responsibilities

• Answers telephone, screens calls, and greets visitors coming in the office.
• Enters and posts invoices into the financial accounting system.
• Enters and updates payroll information.
• Reviews applications and documentation for completeness, logs applications and inputs data into computer and maintains the waiting list.
• Accurately enters waiting list application information into appropriate system, keeping information up-to-date, and ensuring correct coding.
• Administers and coordinates various employee benefit programs Responsible for requisition and purchase log system and records.
• Enter data accurately into accounting software Responsible for tax payments and recordkeeping, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Collaborate with team members to support month-end and year end closing activities.
• Maintain organized documentation for audits and internal reviews.
• Prepare financial reports as needed.

Experience

• Proven experience as an Accounting Clerk or in a similar role is preferred.
• Familiarity with accounting software
• Strong understanding of GAAP principles and tax regulations.
• Excellent data entry skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Ability to analyze accounts and reconcile discrepancies effectively.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Effective communication skills to collaborate with team members and stakeholders.
• Public Housing Certificate preferred

We encourage candidates who meet these qualifications to apply for this exciting opportunity to contribute to our agency team. For those interested please send a resume and cover letter to Elizabeth@bracketthr.com with the subject line Accounting Specialist.

Under the direct supervision of the Executive Director and the Director of Operations, performs and/or oversees a variety of associated administrative, fiscal, staff support, and planning activities, some of which require advance or specialized knowledge and skills such as budget administration and control, equipment, facilities, and inventory management, specialized record keeping and database management, and/or specified information gathering projects and tasks. Coordinates and facilitates meetings, program functions, and/or special events, as appropriate. Trains and supervises Admission Specialist and Secretary/Clerk.

Educational and Knowledge Requirements

• Certified Public Housing Manager (C-PHM)
• Knowledge and experience preparing HUD annual reports
• High School Graduate or GED with five (5) to seven (7) yearsʼ experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
• Two (2) to four (4) years of Business School or College or University Business, Data Processing, Management, and computer Programming.
• Valid Georgiaʼs Driverʼs license.

Apply in person at
Fitzgerald Housing Authority
314 S. Sherman St., Fitzgerald, GA 31750
229-423-3755
Attn: Dr. Lemond Hall

Position Description
Position Title: Property Manager
Reports To: Executive Director

Job Description:
Under supervision of the Executive Director, the Property Manager is responsible for the efficient and effective operation of the Project-Based Voucher Program (PBV), Non-subsidized Housing Program, and PBV Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) Program.

Performance of duties requires application of administrative skills; knowledge of leasing and occupancy; exercise of initiate, tact, and independent judgment; the ability to plan a comprehensive program; knowledge of agency policies, federal/state/local housing laws, and Fair Housing regulations; and the ability to direct the work of employees harmoniously. Direct supervision is exercised over housing staff.

Required Duties:

• Plan, organize, and direct day-to-day operations of housing programs.
• Provide oversight of general office procedures.
• Administer rental policies.
• Supervise leasing and occupancy.
• Collect rents, outstanding debts, and accountability of funds.
• Ensure accuracy of tenant/client income and rent calculations.
• Manage tenant/client accounts.
• Coordinate unit inspections (move-in, move-out, and HQS).
• Coordinate unit turnaround with Maintenance Department.
• Prepare and/or supervise preparation of required reports.
• Respond to and resolve issues pertaining to housing programs.
• Ensure tenant/client compliance with lease obligations.
• Oversee grievance hearings and dispossessory proceedings.
• Submit dispossessory warrant filings and writ of possession requests.
• Review and maintain current knowledge of Federal, State, and Local regulations.
• Submit and monitor submission of adequate reports.
• Supervise and train subordinate staff.
• Delegate duties to subordinate staff.
• Conduct staff/team meetings for Housing Department, as needed.
• Motivate staff and encourage effective program implementation and goal completion.
• Requisition supplies and materials for department, as approved by the Executive Director.
• Conduct quarterly quality controls of tenant/client files.
• Coordinate lunch shift rotations.
• Review and approve employee timesheets and leave requests.
• Ensure timeliness and adequacy of work submissions, client/tenant files, and reports completed by staff.
• Take disciplinary action as necessary and as authorized by the Executive Director.
• Update and guarantee compliance with agency policies and procedures, and Federal regulations.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Ability to coordinate tenant relations/solve problems relative to housing programs.
• Maintain effective tenant/client and landlord relations.
• Must be able to work independently and possess strong interpersonal skills.
• Advise Executive Director of housing program operations and other department matters.
• Communicate/Coordinate effectively with Maintenance Manager.
• Establish and maintain relations with community resources, agencies, and organizations.
• Represent the Authority at the local level, in public relations/community affairs.
• Make verbal reports/presentations to Board of Commissioners and/or other bodies.
• Undertake all other assignments, as directed by the Executive Director.

Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in Business, Public Administration, Planning, Social Science, or related field.
• Two or three years’ experience in assisted housing programs, Housing Development, or other related public agency.
• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities may be considered sufficient.
• Prior management/supervisory experience strongly desired.
• Possess a valid Georgia Driver’s License and provide proof of automobile insurance/clean driving record.
• Ability to be covered under the CHA’s vehicle, liability, and fidelity insurance.
• Must be able to pass state and nationwide background check.

Salary: Commensurate with qualifications
Deadline for Submitting Applications: Open Until Filled

Interested applicants are asked to provide a resume and three (3) references to:
Mary K. Collins, Human Resources/Accounts Payable
1 Roop Street; Carrollton, GA 30117
or you may email mary@carrolltonhousingauthority.com
Applications are available on the CHA website: carrolltonhousingauthority.com
and at the CHA main office, located at the above address.