Finance Director

DOVER HOUSING AUTHORITY: FINANCE DIRECTOR

After more than 40 years of dedicated service, the Dover Housing Authority is seeking a high-level Finance Director to lead our agency into its next chapter. The Dover Housing Authority is a small public housing authority in coastal New Hampshire with 514 units of managed housing and 360 Housing Choice Vouchers. We are a Moving To Work agency with Family Self Sufficiency (FSS) and Resident Opportunities for Senior Services (ROSS) grants from HUD. This position is a critical public service leadership role responsible for the financial health, regulatory compliance, and strategic fiscal planning of a diverse portfolio of housing programs and entities. The ideal candidate will be a technical expert and skilled accountant, well-versed in HUD accounting, who can also serve as a key advisor to the Executive Director and Board of Commissioners.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Finance Director is responsible for the comprehensive management of the agency's financial operations. This role ensures the integrity of all accounting activities through rigorous analysis, detailed reporting, and careful accounting. The position oversees the internal control structure, ensuring that all policies and documentation regarding financial reporting are maintained with the highest level of professional judgment and transparency.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Stewardship and General Ledger Management

• Maintain full and accurate accounting records for nine distinct General Ledgers, including COCC, AMPS, HCV, 1623 SDLP, Addison, HATF, and SOCC.
• Ensure all financial activities comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), U.S. Department of HUD standards, and Financial Accounting Services Board (FASB) guidelines.
• Manage the accuracy of the general ledger, develop cash flow projections, and oversee the full calendar of accounting activities and reconciliations.
• Perform monthly examinations of GL accounts and record all necessary journal entries.
• Oversee more than 25 bank accounts and perform monthly reconciliation of the investment portfolio.
• Manage and update the chart of accounts for each specific General Ledger entity.

HUD Reporting and Regulatory Compliance

• Direct all HUD-related accounting and monthly reporting to ensure data integrity and compliance.
• Prepare data for Annual Operating Subsidy submissions and develop the Annual Operating Budget for all owned and managed properties.
• Manage monthly data submissions via the HUD Voucher Management System (VMS).
• Monitor monthly program funding for Housing Assistance Payments (HAP) and Administrative Fees.
• Submit required reporting for Capital Fund, ROSS, and PHFSS grants through the EPIC system.
• Direct LOCCS draw-downs and track organizational utility usage.
• Oversee bi-annual Davis Bacon reporting and quarterly Section 3 compliance reporting.

Audit Leadership and Financial Reporting

• Lead the planning and execution of the annual independent financial audit for multiple entities.
• Coordinate the preparation of all financial statements, schedules, and supporting documentation for auditors.
• Produce detailed monthly financial reports and budget-to-actual comparatives for the Executive Director and Board of Commissioners.
• Manage quarterly and annual reporting requirements for NHHFA and Evernorth.
• File Annual Report Certificates with the State of New Hampshire and manage real estate exemption reporting for the City of Dover.

Operations and Administrative Oversight

• Supervise the daily accounting cycle, including resident accounts, payroll, accounts receivable, and accounts payable.
• Manage the processing of security deposits and work-order invoicing for vacated units.
• Direct insurance renewals, manage claims, and oversee the filing of non-profit reports and Secretary of State renewals.
• Lead upgrades and maintenance for financial software systems, including Tenmast.

Payroll and Human Resources Administration

• Oversee bi-weekly payroll processing and ensure the accuracy of all employee records within the payroll system.
• Prepare monthly NHRS contribution data and VOYA deferred compensation submissions.
• Maintain employee personnel files and manage the administration of health and dental benefit forms.
• Manage worker’s compensation claims and represent the agency at Department of Labor and health benefit workshops.
• Submit annual financial reporting to the U.S. Census Bureau and the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience: A minimum of five to seven years of progressive professional accounting experience. Specific experience in HUD-assisted housing or governmental and non-profit accounting is highly preferred.
• Technical Expertise: Deep understanding of internal control frameworks and the ability to manage complex multi-entity general ledgers.
• Software Skills: Proficiency in integrated financial management software and advanced capability in data analysis and synthesis.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• Salary: $75,000 - $95,000 (commensurate with experience)
• 100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance
• State of NH Retirement Pension Plan
• 13 paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave
• Professional training and certifications covered

WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS ROLE

• Mission with Impact – Your work directly changes lives and strengthens community.
• Work-Life Balance - A true 35-hour workweek and every Friday wraps up at 1:00 PM.
• Security & Stability - A real pension plan through the NH Retirement System– vests in only 10 years – hard to find in 2026
• Full Coverage Benefits - 100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family – and it’s great insurance, too
• Room to Grow - Hands-on HUD program experience, certifications, and professional development supported

How to Apply

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants of every race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status; we want you on our team! If you’re excited about this role and your values align with ours, we encourage you to apply even if your past experience doesn’t perfectly match every line of the description. Your unique perspective might be exactly what our team needs.

Interested? We hope to hear from you soon. Please send resume and cover letter to dian@doverhousingauthority.org