Community Associate

• Understand and analyze large dataset use Excel tools to create tracking systems.
• Prepare journal entries, reports, account analysis, investigate and resolve any irregularities or enquiries.
• Track tenants’ applications for rental assistance programs administered by HPD, OTDA and NYCHA.
• Update and maintain database systems for accounting, tracking & reporting to be used by various departments.
• Prepare and assist in the submission of payment request to stakeholders for reimbursement of tenant arrears from various government entities.
• Sound knowledge of accounting for revenue and receivables with respect to government funding.
• Perform complex financial analyses and statistical computations of tenant aging reports and other tenant datasets.
• Research and answer financial inquiries submitted by government stakeholders, NYCHA staff, and other entities.
• Participate in special accounting projects as required.
  
  

Additional Information

• For NYCHA employees: employees applying for transfer, promotional, title or level change opportunities must have served a period of one year at current location and in current title and level (if applicable).
• NYCHA residents are encouraged to apply.
  
  

NYCHA provides benefits that include a choice of medical coverage plans, deferred compensation plans and a defined pension benefit plan as a member of the New York City Employees’ Retirement System (NYCERS).

Please read this posting carefully to make certain you meet the minimum qualification requirements before applying to this position.

COMMUNITY ASSOCIATE - 56057

Minimum Qualifications

Qualification Requirements

• High school graduation or equivalent and three years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to duties described above; or
• Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" above.
  
  

Preferred Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. - 2-3 years progressively responsible (professional level) experience in accounting/finance is desirable. - Communicate clearly and concisely, both oral and written. - Work cooperatively with other departments, City officials, and outside agencies. - Prepare and interpret statistical analysis. - Prepare complex financial statements, reports, and analyses. - Use logic and fact findings to apply accounting principles to resolve issues and propose corrective measures. - Strong accounting and analytical skills. - Analysis of complex issues including both qualitative and quantitative. - Ability to work under stringent deadlines. - Working knowledge of the Oracle Financial System. - Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Access, Teams, SharePoint, Outlook). - Municipal and/or governmental experience is preferred.
  
  

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

NYCHA has no residency requirements.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

, $43,143.00 – $71,800.00