Finance Officer — Housing Authority of the County of Merced

Position Summary

Reporting to the Executive Director, oversees all financial operations including purchasing, internal controls, and staff supervision. Responsibilities encompass administrative and governmental fund accounting per GAAP standards, plus complex budget management.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Supervising departmental staff in technical and financial operations
Managing expenditure projections, payroll processing, and fund disbursement
Conducting internal auditing and fiscal activities
Preparing financial statements and reports
Developing accounting procedures and coordinating financial programs
Analyzing budget account status and regulatory compliance
Managing bank accounts and collecting receivables
Ensuring HUD and REAC compliance
Assisting external auditors with annual financial statements

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Modern accounting theories, GAAP principles, HUD accounting
Budgeting, federal/state regulations, internal auditing
Office procedures, employee management, report writing
Supervise and evaluate subordinate staff
Communicate clearly orally and in writing
Maintain accurate records and statistical reports
Design and implement accounting systems
Analyze complex financial problems
Interpret HUD policies and procedures
Intermediate+ Windows computer proficiency (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, email)
Complex mathematical analysis
Time management and task organization
Team leadership and conflict resolution
Public speaking abilities

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's degree (120 units) in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or related field from an accredited institution. Equivalent experience may substitute at ratio of one year work experience per 30 units of education.

Experience

Minimum five years increasingly responsible administrative experience in finance and data processing, including two years in supervisory capacity. GAAP and HUD accounting background preferred.

Licenses

Valid California driver's license mandatory at appointment. Must be insurable with Housing Authority's insurance provider. Must qualify for bonding requirements.

Other Requirements

Full background investigation including credit report required. Pre-employment physical examination. U.S. citizenship or authorized work status. Drug-free workplace compliance mandatory.

Questions About This Position?

Contact Human Resources at (209) 386-4139 or Email: websiteformmail@merced-pha.com