Compliance and Leasing Coordinator

Company: Horizon Develop Build Manage
Location: Madison
Posted on: October 25, 2024

Job Description:

Description:Join our Horizon Management Services, Inc. team! A woman-owned business committed to excellence. As a top workplace since 2019, we prioritize fostering a balanced work environment and collaborative culture.Horizon Management Services, a leading provider of Section 42 affordable housing, is seeking a skilled Compliance Specialist to join our dedicated team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring that our properties adhere to all regulatory requirements and maintain the highest standards of compliance.Responsibilities:Income Calculation & Eligibility:

• Accurately calculate annual income for initial and continued eligibility according to program regulations.
• Review applications and recertifications for completeness and accuracy.
• Conduct credit and background checks for new applications.
• Enter income and asset information into compliance software.
• Process unit transfer requests.
• Correct Excel spreadsheets for month-end recertification packets and manage file room tasks.Lease Preparation:
  • Prepare initial leases, move-in packets, and renewal documents for Market Rate, LIHTC, and Section 8 units within established time frames.
  • Ensure all lease documents are completed and uploaded to compliance software.
  • Follow up on unreturned leases using monthly compliance spreadsheets.General Compliance Duties:
    • Send various correspondence to applicants and residents (e.g., approval letters, rental increase letters, signed lease documents).
    • File correspondence and forms in resident files.
    • Assemble and maintain new and vacated resident files, reports, and auditing files.
    • Support third-party compliance contracts.Vacate Notices:
      • Complete Notice to Vacates.
      • Process waitlist/application refunds within 24 hours.Secondary Functions:
        • Perform general administrative duties: faxing, filing, copying, and assisting the Compliance Manager.
        • Assist in providing compliance training to new resident and property managers.
        • Contribute to developing and updating training modules with the Compliance Manager.
        • Handle apartment availability inquiries.
        • Serve as backup to the front desk receptionist.Requirements:Education: High School diploma or equivalent.
          • Experience: Customer service, office, administrative, or banking experience preferred.
          • Certifications: Certified Tax Credit Specialist (to be obtained within one year).
          • Skills:
            • Clear communication, both verbal and written.
            • Ability to work with the public and senior citizens.
            • Strong organizational and time management skills.
            • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
            • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data entry.
            • Knowledge of Section 42 and Section 8 compliance requirements. Working Conditions:
              • Regular use of hands, talking, and hearing.
              • Frequent sitting, standing, walking, and reaching.
              • Occasional climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
              • Ability to lift/move up to 25 pounds.
              • Specific vision abilities required.Ready to join our team? Apply now! Compensation details: 20-24 Hourly WagePI14e36895039e-31181-35391630

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