Make a difference and join the DCA Team!DCA gives employees more to do than merely make a living.We are serious about helping Georgia's families live more abundantly with a greater sense of hope and achievement.If public service, a great environment, and the desire to enrich the lives of others motivate you to do your best work, you should consider joining the DCA Team.

OUR MISSION

To help build strong, vibrant communities.

OUR VISION

For Georgians of today and tomorrow to have the opportunity to live and work in thriving communities.

OUR CULTURE

We are a diverse team of highly competent and committed professionals who strive to help people and communities thrive through technical expertise, innovative thinking, and a passion for making a difference. Team members are at their best when collaborating and supporting each other as they perform challenging and dynamic work

General Description

The Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA) is a state organization dedicated to partnering with communities to help create a climate of success for Georgia's families and businesses. DCA offers a fast-paced, challenging, and dynamic environment that requires attention to detail, pride in quality of work, and the ability to work as a versatile team player.

Overview of Job:

The HCV Budget and Program Analyst at the Department of Community Affairs (DCA) plays a pivotal role in managing the financial operations of the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program. This position is integral to the HCV’s Program mission to promote safe, decent, affordable housing by overseeing the program budget operations, financial transactions, and compliance with federal and state guidelines.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Budget Management and Financial Oversight: Lead budget management activities, including planning, forecasting, execution, and monitoring within HUD’s frameworks. Ensure proper fund allocation and usage are aligned with federal standards and program goals. Oversee all aspects of financial planning to maintain alignment with DCA and HUD guidelines.

Compliance and Data Management: Ensure strict adherence to HUD financial regulations and DCA policies. Manage database systems, develop comprehensive financial reports and dashboards to assess program performance, and apply advanced analytical tools to support decision-making.

Experience with HUD Systems: Utilize experience with the HUD Voucher Management System (VMS) and the Two Year Tool (TYT) to conduct accurate budget forecasting and fund allocation.

Performance Monitoring and Reporting: Develop and maintain performance indicators, dashboards, and reports to monitor program effectiveness, identify areas for improvement, and ensure the achievement of organizational goals.

Process and Data Integrity Improvement: Implement best practices in budget management and financial analysis. Maintain continuous data verification with systems like Tenmast Winten2 and Yardi Voyager to ensure regulatory compliance.

Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the primary financial liaison between HCV and internal/external stakeholders, promoting transparency and alignment on financial matters.

RELATED DUTIES:

Handle various financial and data management tasks, including fund disbursement adjustments, reconciliation of payment discrepancies, and data entry.

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS:

Required: Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field.

Preferred: Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance.

Preferred: Certifications in HCV Financial Accounting and Reporting and HCV Financial Management. Candidates without these certifications must obtain them within six months to one year of hire.

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of four years of relevant experience in financial management, with a strong preference for experience in housing or rental assistance programs.
• Experience with governmental or nonprofit financial reporting and compliance is highly regarded.
• Experience in adhering to federal financial regulations and HUD-specific guidelines.
• Proven track record of managing large-scale budgets and performing high-level financial analysis.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with Microsoft Office applications, including Power BI for data analysis and visualization.
• Demonstrated proficiency in financial management software, especially HUD financial systems.
• Strong financial analysis and budget management background within government or nonprofit sectors managing public assistance programs.

SKILLS:

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
• Deep understanding of ethical considerations in handling sensitive data.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills.
• Exceptional analytical and financial modeling skills.
• Proficiency in using advanced data analysis and visualization tools.
• Proficient in managing and understanding portability billings per HUD regulations and guidelines.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS:

This position reports directly to the Division Director, HCV, with a dotted-line reporting relationship to the Deputy Division Director.

The incumbent is expected to work independently, perform complex work accurately and on time, and manage competing priorities effectively.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The work is primarily sedentary but may include bending, stooping, standing, lifting to 25 lbs., and exposure to outside elements.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment involves the typical risks and discomforts associated with an office environment and is usually in an adequately cooled, heated, lighted, and ventilated area.

Note: An equivalent combination of education and job specific experience that provided the knowledge, experience and competencies required to successfully perform the job at the level listed may be substituted on a year-over-year basis.

NOTE: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Due to the large volume of submissions received by this office, information concerning application and/or interview status cannot be provided. Selected applicants will be contacted for next steps in the interview process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

DCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you need an accommodation for an interview, please contact the Human Resources Office at (404) 679-4845

Hiring is contingent upon satisfactory results of employment verification, background, criminal records investigation and motor vehicle reports.

This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the business and requirement of the job change.This job posting may close at any time upon gaining a sufficient applicant pool from which to select a qualified candidate.

All duties and responsibilities listed are considered to be essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Marginal functions of the position (those that are incidental to the performance of the job duties) have not been included. However, the omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or logical assignment to the position.