Senior Controller

The Senior Controller is an executive-level position, reporting to the Senior Director of Finance. This is a unique opportunity to bring innovation and leadership to a high-impact agency during a time of exciting growth and modernization.

• Lead daily financial operations, including overseeing the Division’s General Operations, Bond Portfolio Management, and Program-Related Investments.
• Manage and develop a team of approximately 10 professionals, providing strong leadership, team building, problem solving and interpersonal guidance.
• Oversee the Commission’s full accounting function, including preparation and distribution of timely and accurate financial statements, bond reporting, and budget execution.
• Manage and improve internal control structures, and act as the agency’s internal control officer.
• Lead the annual accountability and single audits with the State Auditor’s office and oversee independent audit processes.
• Oversee Commission reserves and investment programs to ensure strong returns and alignment with approved policies.
• Implement and manage fiscal procedures for new and existing housing finance programs, including the Home Advantage mortgage program and seller/servicer initiatives.
• Assure proper and accurate recording, reconciliation and reporting.
• Partner in evaluating new programs and managing risk to safeguard the Commission’s financial health and mission impact.
• Oversee compliance with bond and loan covenants, assuring proper flow and accounting of funds to maintain agency credibility so critical in the marketability of our bond issues.
• Develop and implement fiscal policies and evaluate technical accounting guidance.
• Partner with the Senior Finance Director in modernizing and operationalizing financial systems and processes.
• Lead contract negotiations with auditors and trustees.
• Represent the Commission and Senior Finance Director at industry conferences and meetings

• 5+ years of experience in a senior-level Accounting or Controller role, including building, developing and managing a high-performing team that delivers timely and accurate work
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, GASB, and FASB standards with demonstrated ability to effectively operationalize new accounting guidance
• Proven track record in establishing and maintaining internal controls, as well as leading audits, budgeting, strategic planning, and financial operations and analysis
• Proficient in leveraging technology and automated accounting systems to enhance financial operations
• Compassionate leader who is skilled in motivating and developing staff
• Strong interpersonal, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively cross-functionally
• A fast learner; can manage through complexity; adaptable and able to quickly adjust to evolving priorities
• Passion for continuous improvement and solving pain points
• Exercises sound judgment; transparent and proactively addresses challenges

• Full array of family medical, dental, life and long-term disability insurance coverage
• State retirement plan
• Deferred compensation
• 12 paid holidays
• Paid vacation, sick and military leave
• Subsidized bus, train, or ferry passes
• Credit union memberships
• Alternate workweek schedules, and telecommuting

The Commission is a market-driven and self-supporting agency created to provide below-market rate financing for building, purchasing, or preserving affordable housing and nonprofit capital facilities.