Compliance Auditor

Overview:

The Compliance Auditor will be responsible for monitoring property management operations within
the assigned portfolio of properties with a specific focus on ensuring the properties operate in
compliance with the site-specific covenants governing those properties. This work requires expert
level knowledge of the applicable housing programs and a very high degree of attention to detail. The
Compliance Auditor will maintain open communication with site staff, operations staff, and other
Pennrose staff to ensure that the compliance responsibilities and requirements of each applicable
program are met on a continuous basis. The Compliance Auditor is charged with protecting Pennrose
assets by ensuring that each property within their portfolio remains compliant at all times.

 

Pay range: $70,000 - $80,000/year depending on experience.

 

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Responsibilities:

• Review and approve all move in files and recertification files for accuracy and compliance
with the applicable housing programs.
• Provide feedback and training to those who prepare files in areas where deficiencies may
exist with the goal of eliminating repeated deficiencies.
• Accurately prepare and timely submit on a timely basis all reports requested and required
for state housing agencies, HUD, investors, and others as applicable.
• Prepare, maintain and distribute a rent matrix for each property in the portfolio when due.
• Maintain Yardi information with respect to updates to income limits, maximum rents,
utility allowances and ensure that each unit is accurately described.
• Collaborate with the Regional Property Manager and VP of Operations to ensure that each
property maintains a current and accurate utility allowance, as applicable.
• Be open and available to answer questions from PM’s, RPM’s, VP’s and others with regard
to compliance related issues providing consistent and accurate guidance.
• Develop and maintain positive relationship with state agency, HUD reps, investors, and
others.
• Attend State Agency compliance reviews as possible.
• Conduct on site file reviews and train staff as part of each visit.
• Work with operations staff to ensure rent maximization practices are being followed while
confirming that rents charged are compliant with the applicable programs.
• Report weekly to the VP of Compliance providing detail of activity and tasks at hand as well
as problems, concerns, and recommendations for improvement.
• Prepare and submit all reports required by state agency, HUD, investors, and others.
• Complete any other compliance related duty or responsibility as requested by VP of
Compliance.

Qualifications:

• Performs timely and accurate responses to move in and recertification file submissions
• Completes all required reporting accurately and submits by deadline
• Communicates professionally, promptly, and effectively
• Ensures satisfaction in responses, communication, and file completion from colleagues
• Possesses and demonstrates the ability to assist and provide guidance in problem solving
• Professionalism – appearance and behavior

 

Required Education and Experience:
• Expert level knowledge LIHTC and of HUD programs including but not limited to: Public Housing,
Section 8, HOME, and other rental assistance or rental income housing programs.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in compliance / property management or a closely aligned
field
• Proficiency in use of computers including the following software: Yardi, Microsoft Outlook, Word
and Excel.
• Ability to communicate both in writing and verbally in an effective manner.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and multi-task.
• Ability to pay attention to detail and adhere to strict deadlines.
• Requires strong understanding of basic math skills.
• Ability to work varying hours and work until tasks are complete.
• Requires a valid driver’s license, an insured vehicle, and the ability to travel (between
properties, training, etc.)