Temporary Financial Analyst

Temporary Financial Analyst: The Housing Opportunities Commission of Montgomery County (HOC) was established in 1974 to better respond to the County’s need for affordable housing. HOC is authorized to acquire, own, lease, and operate housing; to provide for the construction or renovation of housing; obtain financial assistance from any public or private source to assist its housing activities; and arrange for social services, resident services, and daycare. Job Description: The Housing Resources division has is currently hiring for a Temporary Financial Analyst. This position requires knowledge of financial analysis. The main location for this position is Silver Spring, MD. Examples of Duties: Reconcile Housing Choice Voucher vendor and client ledgers Assess and collect landlord receivable balances resulting from subsidy overpayments Generate repayment agreements and referrals to collection agencies Monitor receivable balances for incoming portable clients Work with staff and Public Housing Authorities to collect outstanding debt Create reoccurring payables for portable clients and reconcile FSS escrow accounts Submit monthly report of all financial activity Provide excellent customer service and maintain working relationships with landlords, tenants, housing authorities and HOC staff Create monthly reports for Housing Resources Division related to port-in receivable balances Monitor and update project-based voucher spreadsheets Perform other related duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications: Experience At least one (1) year of experience in finance or accounting Education: Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted. Low income residents in Montgomery County with the above qualifications are encouraged to apply Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must have knowledge of accounting procedures in accordance to Federal, State and local laws pertaining to the Housing Choice Voucher Program Must possess good judgement and good computer skills Must have ability to prepare and interpret reports Must possess strong analytical skills and work independently Must be able to prioritize assignments and meet deadlines Must have excellent computer software skills Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills Work Schedule/Location Work Schedule is in office Monday-Friday, 8:30AM-5PM. Telework is not provided for temporary employees; however, limited telework may be provided at the sole discretion of the direct supervisor. Parking costs are the responsibility of the selected candidate and not reimbursed through HOC Salary determined by departmental budget - Offer commensurate with experience. * HOC is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender reassignment, citizenship, immigration status, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited under applicable federal, state or local law. HOC promotes a drug-free workplace. HOC conducts criminal background checks, employment reference checks, and where applicable, reviews driving records in determining suitability for employment. Selected applicants will be required to submit to pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Employment is contingent upon drug and alcohol test results.