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FULL_TIME

ADAPTED_NOW

YEAR

Assist with preparing and executing grant and program billing, ensuring expenses are accurately coded to the correct funding sources and supporting the review of reconciliations and activity for completeness and accuracy. Support the processing of cash borrower receipts, ensuring all payments are accurately recorded, properly applied to borrower accounts, and supported with complete, well‑documented entries.

About Us:  Massachusetts Housing Partnership (MHP) is a public, non-profit organization that expands access to affordable housing and promotes housing equity in communities across the Commonwealth.  Founded in 1985, MHP is now a 70+ employee organization that has delivered $6.5 billion in below-market financing for affordable housing and currently has $1.2 billion in assets under management. Every action MHP takes, whether it’s a loan, grant, professional assistance, or development of state or local policy has the underlying goal of expanding housing opportunities for Massachusetts residents. Current Opportunity: The Senior Accountant’s primary objective is to support and promote excellence in financial operations.  This position focuses on ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in the management of grants and programs, payroll, and general accounting activities. The contributions of the person in this position will play a vital role in supporting the integrity of financial processes, fostering collaboration, and driving continuous improvement initiatives  that promote the organization’s mission and long-term success.  This role operates under the general supervision of the Controller.At MHP, staff engagement, inclusion and belonging are integral to everything we do.  We value individuals who are intentional about fostering inclusive environments and who recognize the power of diverse perspectives. The person in the Senior Accountant position is expected to embody these values not only in their work but in how they build relationships, make decisions, and contribute to a supportive team culture. To learn more about MHP's commitment to engagement and inclusion, visit our <a href="https://www.mhp.net/about-us/diversity-equity-inclusion-and-belonging" rel="nofollow">website</a>. Essential Functions and Responsibilities: The Senior Accountant will have varied activities each day that cover the following areas.Grant and Program Accounting<ul><li>Assist with preparing and executing grant and program billing, ensuring expenses are accurately coded to the correct funding sources and supporting the review of reconciliations and activity for completeness and accuracy.</li><li>Support timely recognition and collection of funds and help maintain comprehensive and up‑to‑date Accounts Receivable records</li><li>Assist in preparing monthly and annual financial statements and reports reviewing for reasonableness and accuracy;  making corrections as directed.</li><li>Collaborate closely with team members to obtain executed contracts, updated budgets, and support financial documentation</li><li>Support accurate and timely reporting of grant and contract budgets and expenditure reports.</li></ul>Payroll<ul><li>Process the bi-weekly payroll and record in applicable system (e.g. Intacct).</li><li>Coordinate with HR Director to validate employee information, resolve discrepancies, and ensure proper documentation for payroll changes.</li><li>Assist with  payroll system updates and integrations with other systems as applicable (e.g. Paylocity and Intacct) as directed.</li><li>Serve as key payroll processor and subject-matter resource for all payroll functions including reporting, payroll codes, etc, escalating complex system or compliance issues as needed.</li><li>Identify opportunities for process improvement and recommend changes for leadership review and approval.</li><li>Monitor retirement plan activity and run detailed 403(b) contribution reports with guidance to support reconciliations and ensure ongoing IRS compliance.</li></ul>General accounting <ul><li>Conduct monthly bank and general ledger account reconciliations with guidance, investigate  discrepancies and assist in resolving them within established procedures.</li><li> Support the processing of cash borrower receipts, ensuring all payments are accurately recorded, properly applied to borrower accounts, and supported with complete, well‑documented entries.</li><li>Perform routine accounting tasks, including journal entries, reconciliations, and verifying MHP financial transactions.</li><li>Prepare invoices and maintain accounting records and files.</li><li>Provide backup for payable processing.</li><li>Assist with annual audit and preparation of financial statements under GASB for not-for-profit organizations by providing information and completing assigned tasks within established procedures.</li><li>Assist with continuous improvement of processes.</li></ul>Compensation: The budgeted compensation for this role is $83,000 to $100,000. Any final offer will be based on various factors including job-related knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience. The listed range is just one component of MHP's total compensation package for employees. Benefits our employees value: MHP understands that benefits are an important consideration when looking for a new role. We are proud to offer our employees a comprehensive benefits package including: <ul><li>Hybrid and flexible work schedule</li><li>Health insurance through the state’s Group Insurance Commission</li><li>403b retirement plans and employer match of up to 10% and immediate vesting</li><li>Annual 5-week paid time off (PTO) benefit and 13 paid holidays</li><li>Fully paid group term life, short-term and long-term disability insurance</li><li>Dental insurance through MetLife with 90% of premium covered by MHP</li><li>Vision insurance through VSP with 50% of premium covered by MHP</li><li>Medical and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts</li><li>Public transportation reimbursement</li><li>Tuition reimbursement up to $10,000</li><li>Professional development resources and assistance</li><li>First time homebuyer assistance up to $20,000</li><li>Generous home office benefit</li><li>Membership discount for onsite gym</li></ul>Hybrid Schedule Policy:  The Senior Account role is designated as Hybrid which includes both in-office and remote workdays. Positions designated as Hybrid are required to work out of the Boston office two days per week during the first 90 days of employment and may have the opportunity to reduce regular in-office days thereafter upon management approval. This position requires use of MHP’s hybrid workplace scheduling software to reserve office desk space each week. At least one office day must be the designated team day. The position will utilize an MHP laptop which must be transported to and from the MHP office.  MHP’s office is conveniently located minutes from South Station.VISA: Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.Knowledge, Experience and Skills: The successful candidate will bring the skills and experience described below, supporting success in this role and contributing to strong financial operations.<ul><li>B.A. degree in accounting or finance or an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills and experience required.</li><li>Minimum of 3-5 years of progressively responsible accounting experience, including experience with a on financial aspect of grants management.</li><li>Working  knowledge of generally accepted auditing standards (GASB) and grant accounting regulations.</li><li>Demonstrated experience with financial reporting.</li><li>Experience with fund accounting systems, preferably Sage Intacct</li><li>Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.</li><li>Ability to work well with diverse personalities and under tight deadlines</li><li>Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and make recommendations.</li><li>Proven experience in managing multiple priorities</li><li>Excellent organizational and time management skills</li></ul> MHP supports equal opportunity employment and all employment-related decisions are made in compliance with federal and state laws.

Massachusetts Housing Partnership

Senior Accountant

Accounting

Accounting Software

Accounting Standards and Regulations

Accounts Receivable

Affordable Housing

Analysis Skills

Asset Management

Billing

Budget Reporting

Budgeting

Continuous Improvement

Data Quality

Documentation

Employee Benefits

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

Expense Reports

Expense Tracking

Federal Laws and Regulations

Finance

Financial Control

Financial Operations

Financial Reporting

Financial Statements

Financial Transactions

Fund Accounting

Funding

General Ledger Accounting

Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS)

Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB)

Grant Administration/Management

Grant Writing

Journal Entries

Laptop PC

Leadership

Maintain Compliance

Multitasking

Nonprofit

Organizational Skills

Payroll Accounting

Payroll Software/Services

Problem Solving Skills

Procedure Development

Process Improvement

Reconciliation

Record Keeping

Retirement Plan

State Laws and Regulations

Support Documentation

System Integration (SI)

Systems Maintenance

Team Player

Time Management

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Closes approved loans; completes all necessary loan documents to close the file; and prepares payroll designation and all other related documents to bring to completion. Professional and pleasant interpersonal and communication skills are essential for servicing Credit Union members and projecting a positive image as representative for the Credit Union.

*This is not a remote position *Primary Function:Under the supervision of the Department Manager, processes consumer loans on a timely and accurate basis and provides a consistently high level of quality service to members and potential members in the lending process. Prepares, analyzes, processes, and documents all required forms and documentation for consumer loan products. Provides member and departmental support for all aspects of consumer loan and consumer loan servicing within the Credit Union. Handles all member transactions with complete discretion and confidentiality. This is a Mid-Level position.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:<ol><li style="text-align:left">Coordinates with consumer loan applicants in person, by phone and/or electronically and assists member in providing information, answering questions, and completing loan application.</li><li style="text-align:left">Ensures that all members and potential members feel welcomed to the Credit Union and are supported professionally in the process.</li><li style="text-align:left">Requests and reviews all required information and documentation to secure a consumer loan and researches discrepancies.</li><li style="text-align:left">Interviews and originates potential consumer loan applicants for approval and/or denial.</li><li style="text-align:left">Answers questions for members throughout the process. Explains the loan process to include loan options, insurance required on Credit Union loan products, loan policies, interest rates, payoffs, etc.</li><li style="text-align:left">Prepares credit investigation and verification for related applications.</li><li style="text-align:left">Verifies contents and completion of approved loan folders and inputs on the computer system.</li><li style="text-align:left">Maintains a filling system and procedures to monitor that the required documentation is received in a timely manner and maintained appropriately and according to policies and procedures.</li><li style="text-align:left">Closes approved loans; completes all necessary loan documents to close the file; and prepares payroll designation and all other related documents to bring to completion.</li><li style="text-align:left">Processes daily mail payments for consumer loans, when assigned.</li><li style="text-align:left">Informs members of Credit Union products and services, explaining features and benefits; cross-sells products and services when appropriate and within scope of responsibility.</li><li style="text-align:left">Functions as needed to positions within the Loan Origination/Servicing Department as required.</li><li style="text-align:left">Cross-trains and performs all positions within the Loan Department.</li><li style="text-align:left">Responsible to maintain and control lending file folders.</li><li style="text-align:left">Coordinates documentation and maintains up-to-date files.</li><li style="text-align:left">Provides backup support for Lending Reception desk and related department mailings.</li><li style="text-align:left">Attends training sessions upon request.</li><li style="text-align:left">Adheres to the anti-money laundering policy and the Bank Secrecy laws.</li><li style="text-align:left">Assumes other duties as new products, services, or technology are introduced.</li></ol>Note: The above is a description of the ordinary and essential duties of the position. Other duties both related and unrelated to the above may be assigned and therefore required.Knowledge, Skills, and Experience Required:<ol><li style="text-align:left">Professional and pleasant interpersonal and communication skills are essential for servicing Credit Union members and projecting a positive image as representative for the Credit Union.</li><li style="text-align:left">General knowledge of all Credit Union products and services as well as credit procedures (required).</li><li style="text-align:left">Requires education equivalent to a four-year high school education. Proficiency with computer software applications including Word and system applications is required.</li><li style="text-align:left"> Two years of experience in a bank, Credit Union, or mortgage company (required).</li><li style="text-align:left">Position requires the ability to read and understand oral and written instructions. Requires the ability to effectively communicate with members or employees and to solve day-to-day problems involving several variables in standard situations.</li><li style="text-align:left">Intermediate mathematical skill required (adding, subtracting, multiplying, dividing, percentages, interest).</li></ol> Disclaimer:The above information on this position has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within its classification. It is not designated to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

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