HUD Accountant

At Mental Health Kokua, we are seeking a highly skilled and experienced HUD Accountant to join our team. As a key member of our Housing Division, you will play a critical role in ensuring the financial stability and compliance of our HUD and housing projects.

• Manage and oversee financial operations for HUD and housing projects, ensuring accuracy and compliance in all reporting.
• Prepare and process end-of-year financial data for HUD projects, including electronic transmissions as required.
• Oversee all accounting and bookkeeping systems for HUD projects, including reviewing monthly reports and processing payments.
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations for HUD projects, ensuring accuracy and reporting any discrepancies.
• Prepare requisitions for transferring funds between accounts as coordinated by the Housing Division Manager.
• Submit requests for real property tax exemptions for applicable projects, and track changes in filing requirements.
• Monitor the status of payments for monthly subsidy billings and post payments to the general ledger upon receipt.
• Assist in the preparation for yearly financial audits by reconciling and documenting balance sheet accounts.
• Process and input financial information required for REAC submissions.
• Maintain a monthly inventory of HUD fixed assets, including land, buildings, vehicles, and equipment.

• Education & Experience:
  • Minimum: High school diploma or equivalent, with five (5) to ten (10) years of accounting experience. Strong knowledge of accounting practices, business letters and forms, and office methods. Proficiency in computer use, typing, and 10-key by touch.
  • Preferred: Bachelor's Degree with an emphasis on accounts receivable with experience in QuickBooks and/or One Site programs.
• Skills:
  • Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills, and the ability to work as part of a team.
• Licenses & Certifications:
  • Successful completion of a criminal background check and pre-employment drug screening.
  • Health Clearance
  • High School diploma or equivalent and/or official College Transcripts
  • Current TB Clearance or TB X-Ray (two-step TB Clearance for TLP location)
  • If applicable: Valid Hawaii driver's license, current vehicle insurance, safety inspection, and a safe driving record documented by a Traffic Abstract
  • If applicable: Current CPR & First Aid Certificates, professional licenses

• Medical and Vision Insurance (UHA or Kaiser)
• Dental Insurance (HDS)
• Supplemental Insurance (Aflac)
• Pet Insurance
• 403B Retirement Plan
• Identity Theft & Online Protection Plans
• Legal Protection Plans
• Paid Leave
• Holiday Pay

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are a motivated and detail-oriented individual with a passion for accounting and compliance, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.