Employment Opportunities
Thank you for your interest in joining the staff of Virginia Supportive Housing. All available positions are listed below.
Program & Project Accountant (Richmond)
General Statement of Duties: The Program & Project Accountant is responsible for completing the accounting needs for VSH and all of its affiliates. The Program & Project Accountant is responsible for all accounts payable for the operating agency and its programs as well as for ACTS for which we serve as the financial agent. The accountant is also responsible for the monthly and annual financial reporting for the programs. This accounting role will maintain detailed records of the project expenses. This position is also responsible for maintaining fixed assets, prepaids, recurring entries and cost allocating for the agency & programs. This role also plays a vital role in the month end close process by reconciling balance sheet accounts and reporting. The Program & Project Accountant reports to the Chief Financial Officer.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities:
- Enters & pays all bills for the operating agency and programs through accounting system. Handle all payable issue questions.
- Prepare annual 1099s and maintain W-9s on daily basis.
- Prepares monthly P&L of each program, and handles any questions regarding reports.
- Reconciles and reports monthly on restricted dollars.
- Handle monthly reconciling of AFLAC benefit.
- Maintain fixed assets, prepaids expenses, monthly recurring entries (property management fees), AP accruals.
- Maintain on-going project coding break downs of Site Development in Quickbooks to provide data to CFO for project draws from equity partners, financial institutions, localities. Participate in cost certifications as needed.
- Reconcile bank accounts for all the properties. The property accountant will do the reconciliations for the programs.
- Enter all program and operating budgets into accounting software.
- Handle all payable issues/questions and resolve within 2 business days for all operating and programs.
- Serve as VSH Petty Cash custodian ensuring receipts are kept and replenishes on an as-needed basis.
- Participate in annual financial audit.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications: Experience with QuickBooks and Microsoft office required. Must posses a Bachelor’s in Accounting or related field and have at least five years experience in accounting. Able to focus on task at hand, work with minimal supervision, and work in a team atmosphere. Able to prioritize work and meet deadlines is a must. Strong attention to detail required. Experience with a non-profit, housing or governmental agency preferred.
Compensation: $35,000 - $45,000 plus full benefits.
Closing Date: Positions close at 5:00pm on Wednesday, August 4, 2010.
To Apply: Interested applicants please e-mail cover letter and resume to jobs@virginiasupportivehousing.org with the subject line "Program & Project Accountant" or fax to 804.788.6827 ATTN: Executive Director. No phone calls, please.
VSH is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
Night Monitor (Richmond)
General Statement of Duties: The On-Site Monitor is responsible for the security of the building between 12:00 midnight and 8:00 a.m seven days a week with one weekend off per month. The On-Site Monitor reports to the Director of Property Management.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities:
- Monitor security throughout the building.
- Respond to all confrontational and emergency situations from midnight to 8 a.m.
- Respond to resident’s need to access building in event of lock out.
- Prepare written incident reports.
- Meet with Director of Property Management and any resident who violates policy during the overnight hours on an as need basis.
- Attend staff meetings and agency annual staff retreat.
- Pull all trashcans to the curb on trash day (New Clay House & South Richmond)
- At Bliley Manor and Independence House conduct monthly unit inspections with support services staff
- Other duties as assigned by the Director of Property Management.
Qualifications: Ability to get along well with others. Excellent skills in conflict resolution. Ability to handle emergency situations. Good oral communications skills.
Compensation: Rent Free Unit
Closing Date: Open until filled.
To Apply: Interested applicants please e-mail cover letter and resume to jobs@virginiasupportivehousing.org with the subject line "Night Monitor" or fax to 804.788.6827 ATTN: Director of Property Management. No phone calls, please.
VSH is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
One (1) Full-Time Regional Property Manager (Richmond)
General Statement of Duties: The Regional Property Manager is responsible for the supervision of all activities related to the Properties assigned in a specific geographic area. He/She will provide for the property management of the VSH housing communities to include the physical property as well as the financial soundness of the site(s) operation. The Regional Property Manager is also part of the Management Team wherein residential supportive services staff and property management staff work together to ensure a safe and secure environment for all residents while helping individual residents to stay successfully housed and become more independent and self-sufficient. The Regional Property Manager supervises Property Site Managers and reports to the Director of Property Management.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities:
- Responsible for the financial management of designated properties.
- Working with Director of Property Management prepare annual budget for assigned VSH properties and submit same to Deputy Executive Director not later than September 1, for Board approval at the November meeting.
- On a monthly basis monitor actual NOI and take corrective action as necessary and in consultation with the Director of Property Management.
- Working with Director of Property Management, secure annual rent increase from appropriate government entity.
- Review delinquencies and take action to reduce if problems exist, keeping in mind that the goal is to keep our residents housed.
- Recruit, hire, train and terminate all applicable site staff . Training to include annual Fair Housing, CPR and such other training as may be necessary. Develop a safety education program for employees in conjunction with the insurance company covering Worker’s Compensation.
- Ensure site managers, desk staff and maintenance personnel are operating per company policy and procedures.
- Ensure all rental and employment practices comply with federal, state, and local laws. Ensure fair housing practices are implemented and followed. If property is a HUD or LIHTC property, ensure it is operated in compliance with all HUD and LIHTC guidelines.
- Ensure that property staff are implementing the maintenance program for each assigned property including compliance with established Preventive Maintenance Schedule.
- Ensure maintenance requests and apartment preparations are being handled per company procedures.
- Serve as regional purchasing agent and review and approve all non- budgeted operational expenses.
- Ensure purchasing and approved vendors list are being used per company procedures and that all accounts payable are paid in a timely manner.
- Obtain necessary bids for any contract work. Make recommendation to Director of Property Management as to which contract to accept.
- Inspect all VSH properties monthly to ensure cleanliness, safety and high quality maintenance as well as accurate and well-organized tenant files.
- Assist the Director of Property Management in completion of quarterly management reviews of all properties assigned.
- Assist the Director of Property Management in preparations for all desk and physical audits by government entities, regulators, funders, and partners.
- Work in a coordinated effort with the other divisions in regards to: public inquiries, tours, volunteer activities, new development planning, and residential services program planning and implementation.
- Other duties as assigned by the Director of Property Management.
- College degree preferred; high school diploma or equivalent and not less than five years of prior residential property management experience required.
- Experience with Section 8 and Low Income Housing Tax Credit management essential.
- Certified Property Manager preferred; knowledge of applicable federal and state housing laws required.
- RAM and LIHTC designation preferred or must be working toward the achievement of this goal.
- Good human relation skills demonstrating ability to deal with residents, site personnel, corporate office personnel, property managers, property owners, inspectors, volunteers, peers and supervisors.
- Ability to exercise good judgment and self-control.
- Enthusiasm, good attitude, trustworthiness, personal integrity and honesty.
- Knowledge of computer software programs; in particular, Microsoft Office Word, Excel and Outlook applications, property management software, OneSite conventional and affordable, WCMS or ability to learn these programs.
- Must have valid driver’s license and be able to pass VSH insurance review.
- Must be detailed oriented, able to multi-task and meet deadlines.
Compensation: $45,000 - $60,000 plus full benefits.
Closing Date: Open until filled.
To Apply: Interested applicants please e-mail cover letter and resume to jobs@virginiasupportivehousing.org with the subject line "Regional Property Manager (Richmond)" or fax to 804.788.6827 ATTN: Director of Property Management. No phone calls, please.
VSH is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
