Compliance Manager

Location: Austin, Texas or surrounding areas

Reports To: Director of Compliance

Job Summary

The Compliance Manager is responsible for ensuring full compliance across a portfolio of affordable housing communities, with a primary focus on Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) and Public Facility Corporation (PFC) programs. This position requires extensive knowledge of LIHTC regulations, PFC lease compliance, income and rent limit calculations, annual recertifications, and state reporting.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong technical understanding of tax credit compliance, program audits, and state monitoring requirements, while providing hands-on support and training to property staff. The role is based in the Austin, TX area (or surrounding region) and plays a key part in maintaining the integrity of the company’s affordable housing portfolio.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee and maintain compliance for a multi-state portfolio with a primary emphasis on LIHTC and PFC program requirements.
• Ensure accurate and timely submission of all compliance reports, annual certifications, and state monitoring documents.
• Conduct detailed file audits for move-ins, annual recertifications, and lease renewals to verify income eligibility, rent calculations, and documentation accuracy.
• Provide expert guidance to property staff regarding Tax Credit, PFC, and other affordable program requirements.
• Review, approve, and monitor all initial certifications, annual recertifications, and interim recerts.
• Train and mentor site staff on LIHTC compliance, file documentation, income/rent limits, and applicable software systems.
• Track and communicate income and rent limit updates, ensuring all properties adjust in accordance with program requirements.
• Lead preparation efforts for State Agency Audits, PFC compliance reviews, and annual owner reporting.
• Create and maintain property-specific Compliance Binders and ensure consistent documentation practices across all sites.
• Partner with property management and ownership to address findings, implement corrective actions, and prevent noncompliance.
• Assist with compliance setup and due diligence for new acquisitions and property takeovers.
• Develop and deliver internal training sessions on LIHTC and PFC requirements for both site and corporate staff.
• Coordinate annual reporting, quarterly compliance submissions, and occupancy certifications for PFC and LIHTC properties.
• Support on-site teams with resolving noncompliance issues, late recertifications, and corrective action items.
• Manage a compliance calendar to ensure all deadlines, reports, and renewals are completed on time.
• Provide assistance to the Director of Compliance and ownership team as needed on special projects and audits.

Skills and Competencies

• Tax Credit & PFC Expertise: Deep understanding of LIHTC, PFC lease structures, income/rent limits, and state reporting standards.
• Compliance Oversight: Proven experience managing multi-property compliance portfolios.
• Analytical Skills: Strong ability to interpret regulations, analyze data, and resolve complex compliance issues.
• Leadership & Training: Capable of guiding and educating on-site staff to ensure compliance consistency and accuracy.
• Organization & Detail Orientation: Meticulous attention to documentation, deadlines, and audit preparation.
• Professionalism: Demonstrates integrity, confidentiality, and a solutions-oriented approach under pressure.
• Technology Proficiency: Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat); experience with OneSite or similar systems preferred.

Education and Experience Requirements

• 5 years of progressive experience in affordable housing compliance, with primary emphasis on LIHTC and PFC program management.
• Strong working knowledge of TDHCA, local housing authorities, and PFC lease structure requirements.
• Experience with state monitoring, annual owner reporting, and compliance audits.
• Familiarity with HUD or other affordable programs is helpful but not required.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; college degree or recognized industry certification (HCCP, TCS, SHCM, etc.) preferred.
• Must be able to travel up to 50% to conduct property audits and compliance reviews.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Primarily office-based, with frequent travel to assigned properties.
• Must be able to sit, stand, and perform data entry for extended periods and occasionally lift up to 25 lbs.
• May require evening or weekend hours to meet deadlines or attend company meetings and training.

Additional Information

This position requires pre-employment background and drug screening. All employees are expected to comply with company policies, including uniform, safety, and confidentiality standards. Employment is at-will.

Lynd Management Group, LLC does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, age, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other classification protected by Federal, state, or local law. Any information provided will be used only in the compilation of data for EEO/Affirmative Action reporting. Completion of this data is voluntary and will not affect your opportunity for employment and/or terms or conditions of employment.

Lynd Management Group, LLC participates in E-Verify. For more information, see the E-Verify Participation Poster and the Right to Work Poster.

Lynd Management Group, LLC will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Lynd Management Group, LLC participa en E-Verify y proporcionará al gobierno federal la información de su Formulario I-9 para confirmar que usted está autorizado para trabajar en los EE.UU.