Job Description
Mental Health Kokua (MHK) is hiring a HUD Accountant in Honolulu, Oahu to support the financial operations of community-based housing programs serving adults with mental health challenges. This role helps ensure financial accuracy, regulatory compliance, and stable housing operations across HUD-funded programs. As a HUD Accountant, you will support accounting functions including reconciliations, financial reporting, audit preparation, and HUD-related financial processes. This position is ideal for detail-oriented professionals who enjoy organized, mission-driven work that supports housing stability and long-term community impact. What You’ll Do (Responsibilities) Financial Reporting: Prepare and process financial information and HUD reporting requirements Accounting Operations: Maintain accounting and bookkeeping systems for HUD housing programs Bank Reconciliations: Perform monthly reconciliations and monitor account balances Billing & Receivables: Process monthly billings, monitor subsidy payments, and post receivables Audit Preparation: Assist with financial audits, reporting, and supporting documentation HUD Compliance: Support REAC submissions, property tax exemption filings, and regulatory requirements Asset Management: Maintain HUD fixed asset inventory and financial tracking records Team Collaboration: Work closely with Housing Division leadership to support housing operations and financial accuracy HUD Accountant Qualifications Minimum: Five (5) to ten (10) years of experience in accounting or finance Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field; experience with QuickBooks and/or OneSite programs Skills: Strong attention to detail, organization, spreadsheet proficiency, problem-solving, and written communication skills Certifications: TB clearance (or willingness to obtain); CPR & First Aid if applicable Fit for the Role: Comfortable working in a mission-driven housing environment supporting adults in community-based programs Requirements & Work Conditions Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug/alcohol screening Work takes place in an office and community-based housing support environment Ability to sit, stand, bend, walk, and occasionally lift up to 25 lbs Valid Hawaii driver’s license, current vehicle insurance, and safety inspection if applicable Benefits of Joining MHK Medical & Vision Insurance (UHA or Kaiser) Dental Insurance (HDS) Supplemental Insurance (Aflac) Pet Insurance 403(b) Retirement Plan Identity Theft & Legal Protection Paid Leave & Holiday Pay Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility Why Mental Health Kokua? At Mental Health Kokua, we believe in “Opportunities to Begin Again.” We foster a nurturing environment where your passion for helping others can thrive. Your work helps strengthen housing programs that provide stability, dignity, and long-term support for individuals in our community. This is more than just an accounting job, it’s an opportunity to make a meaningful impact through housing and community support. Apply today!