What are the responsibilities and job description for the Finance Manager position at Boise City Housing Authority?
Job Title: Finance Manager
Organization: Boise City/Ada County Housing Authorities (BCACHA)
Type: Full-Time, 10-hour shifts from Monday – Thursday
Location: 1001 S. Orchard St. Boise, Idaho 83705
Salary: Dependent on Experience
Closing Date: Open until filled
The Finance Manager is a senior leadership position responsible for overseeing all financial operations of the Boise City / Ada County Housing Authorities (BCACHA). This is a working manager position that ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations while driving financial strategy and long-term sustainability. Come be part of our dedicated team and help us provide housing and support to those is need!
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead budgeting, forecasting, and longterm financial planning
- Oversee financial reporting and present to leadership and Board
- Ensure compliance with GAAP and public sector regulations
- Manage audits, internal controls, and HUD reporting (VMS, REAC)
- Advise leadership on financial strategy, risk, and sustainability
- Lead and develop the finance team
- Partner across departments to align financial and operational goals
Qualifications:
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
- CPA, CMA, MBA, or property management accounting preferred
- 5 years in finance/accounting, with at least 3 years in a senior management role.
- Strong background in governmental accounting
- Experience with HUD programs (Section 8, Public Housing) preferred
You must be able to:
- Clearly explain financial information to nonfinancial audiences
- Enjoy collaboration and strategic planning amongst various departments
- Present confidently to executive leadership and a governing Board
- Balance compliance with practical decisionmaking
- Considerable experience in governmental accounting. Experience with a housing authority property management company, or community development organization, is highly desirable.
Benefits and perks:
- 4day work weeks
- Health insurance (employee coverage as low as $10 per month)
- Dental and vision insurance
- Participation in PERSI (Public Employment Retirement System of Idaho)
- 13 paid holidays per year
- Paid vacation and sick time
- Employee Assistance Program
License/Certification:
Driver's License (Required)
Work Location:
- This is a fulltime, in office position based at 1001 S Orchard St, Boise ID 83705
- Travel may be required for meetings, training, or conferences
- The role may require additional hours during peak periods such as budget preparation or audit time
How to Apply:
To apply, submit an application, resume, and cover letter to 1001 Orchard Street, Boise, ID 83705, or email to mvandercar@bcacha.org. Applications can be obtained from www.bcacha.org under the "About Us" tab and then under "Careers," or from our office at 1001 Orchard Street, Monday - Thursday between the hours of 10:00 AM and 5:30 PM.
A background check and pre-employment drug test are required prior to hire.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
BCACHA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
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