City of New York
As the nation’s largest provider of affordable housing, the New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) owns and operates 168,000 apartments across all five boroughs. The Financial Accounting and Reporting Services Department oversees accounting, accounts receivable, payroll, financial reporting, and certain compliance-related reporting for NYCHA and its component units.
Reporting to the Controller, under general administrative direction and with broad latitude for initiative and judgment, the selected candidate will support the Authority’s financial accounting and reporting operations. This includes strengthening internal controls, ensuring adherence to reporting policies, and contributing to the overall integrity and accuracy of NYCHA’s financial management.
ADMINISTRATIVE ACCOUNTANT - 10001 Duties and Responsibilities
Assist the Controller in developing and implementing fiscal and operational policies for the Finance Department. Provide interpretation of these policies and advise executive officers, division leaders, and department heads on policy application and implications.
Support the supervision and preparation of the Authority’s annual financial report, periodic financial reports, and other complex accounting reports for both the Authority and its subsidiaries. Analyze financial statements to provide actionable insights for management decision-making.
Facilitate the annual financial audit process and assist in managing the Authority’s relationship with external auditors.
Review financial, accounting, and audit reports prepared for submission to federal, state, and city agencies, as well as the Authority’s Board of Directors and audit/finance committee. Prepare accompanying responses and recommendations as needed.
Review and oversee tax return preparation for NYCHA RAD/PACT.
Support the maintenance of accurate accounting records and ensure strong fiscal controls throughout the Authority.
Participate in the development of accounting manuals, internal controls for accounting systems, financial procedures, and instructions, and provide recommendations for policy improvements.
Provide strategic guidance on accounting treatment for large-scale real estate transactions and the development of the Public Housing Trust.
Research and implement new Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) pronouncements to ensure compliance and best practices.
Key Competencies
Strong Leader and Capacity Builder: Demonstrated senior-level leadership across diverse financial and management functions, with a proven ability to guide and develop a dynamic team. Skilled at fostering ownership and entrepreneurship while upholding accountability and high-performance standards.
Solutions-Driven Entrepreneur: Innovative thinker with a track record of designing and implementing new processes and systems to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
Strategic Visionary: Able to anticipate future trends and implications, using foresight to inform and guide present decisions.
Exemplary Communicator: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to tailor messaging to diverse audiences and translate complex financial information into clear, actionable insights.
Detail-Oriented and Big-Picture Thinker: Adept at balancing meticulous attention to detail with a strategic perspective to ensure both accuracy and alignment with organizational goals.
NOTE: Civil Service Exam Requirement The Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) administered a civil service exam for the Administrative Accountant title on 09/03/25. Therefore, applicants (candidates) that did not take and pass the exam will potentially not be considered, likewise applicants not reachable on the established civil service list will potentially be in jeopardy of being replaced with an eligible civil service candidate.
NOTE: Provisional Appointment IF THIS APPOINTMENT IS MADE ON A PROVISIONAL BASIS PURSUANT TO 65 OF THE NYS CIVIL SERVICE LAW, NO TENURE OR PERMANENCE ACCRUES TO AN INCUMBENT IN THIS POSITION BY VIRTUE OF SUCH APPOINTMENT.
NOTE: 55-a Program This position is open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate in your cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position under the 55-a Program. For detailed information regarding the 55-a Program, please click on the link below: https://bit.ly/55aProgram
Additional Information
NYCHA 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).
Minimum Qualifications
A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university, including or supplemented by 24 semester credits in accounting, including one course each in advanced accounting and auditing, and four years of satisfactory full-time professional accounting or auditing experience, at least 18 months of which must have been in an administrative, managerial, or executive capacity or supervising a staff performing accounting or auditing work; or
A valid New York State Certified Public Accountant license and at least 18 months of satisfactory full-time professional accounting or auditing experience in an administrative, managerial or executive capacity or supervising a staff performing accounting or auditing work.
Preferred Skills
CPA and/or master’s degree in accounting from an accredited college.
A minimum of 12 years of satisfactory professional experience in a related field.
Hands on experience in preparing or reviewing financial statements and managing annual audit process.
At least 5 years of satisfactory full-time professional accounting or auditing experience in an administrative, managerial or executive capacity or supervising a staff performing accounting work.
Experience with payroll, billing or cash application processes.
An understanding of public sector financial practices.
Strong skills with Excel and Office suite.
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.
Equal Opportunity Statement 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.
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Reporting to the Controller, under general administrative direction and with broad latitude for initiative and judgment, the selected candidate will support the Authority’s financial accounting and reporting operations. This includes strengthening internal controls, ensuring adherence to reporting policies, and contributing to the overall integrity and accuracy of NYCHA’s financial management.
ADMINISTRATIVE ACCOUNTANT - 10001 Duties and Responsibilities
Assist the Controller in developing and implementing fiscal and operational policies for the Finance Department. Provide interpretation of these policies and advise executive officers, division leaders, and department heads on policy application and implications.
Support the supervision and preparation of the Authority’s annual financial report, periodic financial reports, and other complex accounting reports for both the Authority and its subsidiaries. Analyze financial statements to provide actionable insights for management decision-making.
Facilitate the annual financial audit process and assist in managing the Authority’s relationship with external auditors.
Review financial, accounting, and audit reports prepared for submission to federal, state, and city agencies, as well as the Authority’s Board of Directors and audit/finance committee. Prepare accompanying responses and recommendations as needed.
Review and oversee tax return preparation for NYCHA RAD/PACT.
Support the maintenance of accurate accounting records and ensure strong fiscal controls throughout the Authority.
Participate in the development of accounting manuals, internal controls for accounting systems, financial procedures, and instructions, and provide recommendations for policy improvements.
Provide strategic guidance on accounting treatment for large-scale real estate transactions and the development of the Public Housing Trust.
Research and implement new Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) pronouncements to ensure compliance and best practices.
Key Competencies
Strong Leader and Capacity Builder: Demonstrated senior-level leadership across diverse financial and management functions, with a proven ability to guide and develop a dynamic team. Skilled at fostering ownership and entrepreneurship while upholding accountability and high-performance standards.
Solutions-Driven Entrepreneur: Innovative thinker with a track record of designing and implementing new processes and systems to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
Strategic Visionary: Able to anticipate future trends and implications, using foresight to inform and guide present decisions.
Exemplary Communicator: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to tailor messaging to diverse audiences and translate complex financial information into clear, actionable insights.
Detail-Oriented and Big-Picture Thinker: Adept at balancing meticulous attention to detail with a strategic perspective to ensure both accuracy and alignment with organizational goals.
NOTE: Civil Service Exam Requirement The Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) administered a civil service exam for the Administrative Accountant title on 09/03/25. Therefore, applicants (candidates) that did not take and pass the exam will potentially not be considered, likewise applicants not reachable on the established civil service list will potentially be in jeopardy of being replaced with an eligible civil service candidate.
NOTE: Provisional Appointment IF THIS APPOINTMENT IS MADE ON A PROVISIONAL BASIS PURSUANT TO 65 OF THE NYS CIVIL SERVICE LAW, NO TENURE OR PERMANENCE ACCRUES TO AN INCUMBENT IN THIS POSITION BY VIRTUE OF SUCH APPOINTMENT.
NOTE: 55-a Program This position is open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate in your cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position under the 55-a Program. For detailed information regarding the 55-a Program, please click on the link below: https://bit.ly/55aProgram
Additional Information
NYCHA 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).
Minimum Qualifications
A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university, including or supplemented by 24 semester credits in accounting, including one course each in advanced accounting and auditing, and four years of satisfactory full-time professional accounting or auditing experience, at least 18 months of which must have been in an administrative, managerial, or executive capacity or supervising a staff performing accounting or auditing work; or
A valid New York State Certified Public Accountant license and at least 18 months of satisfactory full-time professional accounting or auditing experience in an administrative, managerial or executive capacity or supervising a staff performing accounting or auditing work.
Preferred Skills
CPA and/or master’s degree in accounting from an accredited college.
A minimum of 12 years of satisfactory professional experience in a related field.
Hands on experience in preparing or reviewing financial statements and managing annual audit process.
At least 5 years of satisfactory full-time professional accounting or auditing experience in an administrative, managerial or executive capacity or supervising a staff performing accounting work.
Experience with payroll, billing or cash application processes.
An understanding of public sector financial practices.
Strong skills with Excel and Office suite.
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.
Equal Opportunity Statement 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.
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