Director of Finance

The Rochester Housing Authority (RHA) is seeking a qualified and mission-driven Director of Finance to oversee all fiscal operations of the agency. This is a strategic leadership role responsible for budgeting, accounting, audits, investments, and financial reporting for a complex public housing organization.

Position Overview

The Director of Finance is responsible for planning and managing the full scope of RHA’s financial activities. This includes oversight of accounts payable/receivable, payroll, budgeting, grant tracking, audits, insurance, and investment management. The role reports directly to the Executive Director and supervises a team of professional and clerical finance staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit the annual RHA budget to appropriate funding agencies
• Manage monthly general ledger processes and financial reporting
• Oversee RHA’s insurance coverage and ensure compliance with state and federal requirements
• Track investments and maximize earnings on surplus cash
• Lead all financial audit preparation and resolution of audit findings
• Monitor fixed assets and ensure proper accounting for capital expenditures
• Present financial reports to the Board of Commissioners and other stakeholders
• Coordinate with IT staff to ensure finance systems are accurate and efficient
• Supervise and develop finance department personnel

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong understanding of governmental or nonprofit accounting practices
• Familiarity with HUD funding streams and public housing financial programs (e.g., Section 8, Capital Fund, MTW, RAD)
• Experience with budget development, financial projections, and cash flow analysis
• Skilled in audit preparation and working with regulatory agencies
• Ability to interpret complex financial data and communicate findings clearly
• Strong leadership and supervisory capabilities

Full Performance Knowledge and Expectations

• Knowledge of public housing and governmental accounting standards
• Experience managing grant funding and reporting to federal and state agencies
• Understanding of RHA insurance, fixed assets, and investment practices
• Ability to navigate HUD regulations, public housing law, and finance policy frameworks

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must meet one of the following:

Option A:

Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Plus three (3) years of full-time experience in accounting or finance (not including bookkeeping or record keeping)

Option B:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Plus four (4) years of full-time experience as above

Option C:

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

With at least 18 credit hours in accounting

Plus four (4) years of full-time experience as above

In all cases:

Must also have at least two (2) years of supervisory experience, which may be concurrent.

About Rochester Housing Authority

RHA provides safe, high-quality, and affordable housing for low-income individuals and families across the City of Rochester. Through public housing programs, property management, and community partnerships, RHA works to ensure equity, sustainability, and opportunity for the residents it serves.