Finance Specialist - Doral, United States - Nan McKay

    Nan McKay
    Nan McKay Doral, United States

    2 weeks ago

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    Description

    POSITION:
    Finance Specialist


    SUPERVISOR:
    Supervisor


    STATUS:
    Non-Exempt


    SUMMARY:


    The Finance Specialist will be responsible for reviewing and analyzing Housing Assistance Payments (HAP) for residents under NMA's property listings.

    The Specialist will proactively seek to resolve potential errors and duplicate payments. These findings will be communicated to the Operations Department to increase the accuracy of reporting and HAP disbursements.


    SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:
    Operates under direct, general supervision of the Supervisor. The Finance Specialist exercises no supervision over other employees.


    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
    The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required. Other duties may be assigned.
    • Review, analyze, and audit HAP.
    • Review manual adjustment requests for accuracy.
    • Develop a working understanding of the current legacy system and various other systems in order to audit and identify potential errors and duplicate payments.
    • Develop a working relationship with the Operations Department's Teams to assist in the resolution of issues with ledger reporting and account interpretation.
    • Conduct all job functions in alignment with the local Housing Authority Administrative Plan, HUD regulations and other state and local requirements.
    • Ensure regular attendance and punctuality.
    • Perform other duties as assigned.

    Knowledge and Skills Required:
    Proficiency with all Microsoft Office applications, excellent Microsoft Excel skills.

    Excellent writing skills and an ability to write and maintain technical documentation, as well as troubleshoot and explain technical issues and concepts to the layman.

    Experience with Public Housing/Housing Choice Voucher program and or financial systems preferred. Self-motivated and focused, with a positive outlook and excellent organizational skills. Experience working in a project team oriented environment. Demonstrated ability to articulate financial/administrative policies and guidelines effectively and with tact. Excellent attention to detail, judgment, analytical and problem-solving skillsEducation and

    Experience Required:
    A four-year degree from a regionally accredited institution (i.e. Bachelor of Science) in Finance, Accounting, Economics or a related field. .

    Excellent spreadsheet and database skills (Microsoft Excel) as well as strong general computer skills with the Microsoft Office Suite including e-mail.

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