Compliance Specialist - Remote - (LIHTC/Affordable Exp Required) - Bryten

About the position Bryten has an opening for a Remote Compliance Specialist with required LIHTC/Affordable Housing experience. This role requires strong experience working with multiple state programs and agencies, including those in AZ, CO, TX, NY, and PA. The company is committed to excellence, compliance, and service.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and document compliance activities including assigned move-ins, initial certifications, annual re-certifications, and interim certifications.
• Process annual recertifications and inspections, regularly reviewing the Recertification schedule and communicating daily with the VP of Compliance on statuses.
• Assist with application verifications, preparing certification notices, interviews, verifications of household information, and completion of Tenant Income Certifications.
• Coordinate with affordable communities, providing training and guidance to ensure compliance procedures are followed.
• Advise and work with property on-site personnel on application processes for move-in and recertification files for approval, ensuring compliance with individual programs and state monitoring agency guidelines.
• Monitor Section 8 paperwork, inspections, and correspondence for accuracy and timeliness.
• Prepare income certification, approval form, and income calculation worksheet.
• Obtain utility allowance updates from public housing authorities quarterly.
• Ensure sensitive data is secure and managed appropriately.
• Create and thoroughly document all paperwork accurately and timely to ensure files are current and organized.
• Conduct all business in accordance with company policies and procedures, Fair Housing, Americans with Disabilities Act, Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable laws.
• Keep up to date on all new IRS regulations as they relate to tax credit properties.
• Keep current on all changes to Section 8, Rural Development Home Funds, fair housing standards, compliance, and other applicable housing programs.
• Perform any other tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• Experience dealing with different state programs and agencies such as AZ, CO, TX, NY, & PA.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, or similar field.
• A minimum of 1+ years of residential leasing and/or management experience required.
• Low Income Housing Tax Credits or Section 8 Income experience required.
• Ability to read and write English fluently.
• Strong administrative and organizational skills with excellence in time management.
• Professional level written and oral communication skills required.
• Solid computer skills, including working knowledge of MS Office Suite to include Teams, Word, and Excel.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, current automobile insurance and reliable transportation.
• Candidates must be based in states where the company is currently registered and operating.

Nice-to-haves

• Bilingual (Spanish/English) highly desired.
• Yardi Property Management Software experience preferred.

Benefits

• Medical plans with choices to fit your needs
• Dental and Vision insurance options
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
• 401k Plan with company match
• Optional life insurance +addl voluntary life
• Optional short-term disability +options for long-term disability
• Supplemental life insurance with critical health insurance and accident insurance
• Vacation program accruing immediately upon hire
• Sick time when you need it
• Paid holidays + floating holidays
• Company-sponsored wellness initiatives
• Continuous education with development programs

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