Underwriting Manager jobs in Columbia, SC

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Are you a finance professional searching for a career through which you can make a meaningful difference?  Do you desire both great benefits and work-life balance? Look no further! The SC State Housing Finance and Development Authority (SC Housing) is actively seeking a Multifamily Underwriting Manager.
 
About Us:
SC Housing is a forward-thinking organization that is committed to changing lives by creating safe, decent, and affordable housing opportunities that fulfill dreams and inspire hope in our citizens.  We are transforming the housing industry in our state through cutting-edge programs and competitive financial products that make homeownership affordable and quality rental housing possible for many. Our staff energizes the work that we do and helps find solutions that make a difference in the lives of others.
 
We are seeking change agents who want to use their talents to develop meaningful housing solutions that help individuals and communities to flourish. Our work culture supports creativity, innovation, teamwork, and problem-solving at all levels.  If you are seeking to be a part of a progressive organization that will allow you to connect your passion for improving the lives of others to purpose, we invite you to join our team of energetic housing champions.
 
Responsibilities of the Multi-Family Finance Manager:
SC Housing's Multifamily Development Division administers a diverse portfolio of housing development programs across the state of South Carolina to include Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC), HOME, SC Housing Trust Fund (SCHTF), National Housing Trust Fund (NHTF), and Multi-Family Tax Exempt Bonds programs. We are seeking an individual to manage, plan, and underwrite allocations our Multifamily Development Division receives. Underwriting determines the fiscal responsibility as it relates to the complexity of financing multifamily housing. The Multifamily Underwriting Manager will work closely with Multifamily Development Leadership and awarded entities to ensure projects are compliant, requirements are satisfied, and risks are identified.
 
In this position:

• You will utilize discretion and sound judgment while managing the design and implementation of appropriate procedures for all financial aspects of the Multifamily Development Division's programs.
• You will manage, direct, and conduct financial underwriting and technical analysis of applications for funding in all programs within the Multifamily Development Division, performing a feasibility analysis to assist in determining funding awards.
• You will be responsible for the design and implementation of underwriting formats to provide analysis and historical data for all programs within the Multifamily Development Division.
• You will coordinate with and maintain a flow of information between Multifamily Development Leadership .
• You will collaborate with team members to establish effective and efficient policies and procedures to ensure the programs' success and use your analytical and interpersonal skills to communicate and build client relationships.
• You will be responsible for maintaining productive relationships and providing high quality technical assistance to external partners.
• You will contribute to program development and assist award recipients to develop successful strategies for the completion of projects by the required deadlines.

Agency Minimum Qualifications*:
A bachelor's degree in business, public administration, accounting, finance or a related field of study and five (5) years of full time experience in the administration of federal grants, housing subsidy programs, housing management, housing construction, housing finance, real estate, mortgage industry and/or other housing related field. Three (3) years of full-time supervisory management experience, which may run concurrently with professional experience.

* Candidates must specifically meet the Agency Minimum Requirements or an equivalent combination of education and experience to be considered for this position.
 
Additional Requirements:

• Knowledge of and ability to interpret laws, regulations policies, and procedures relevant to grant or program management.
• Extensive computer skills with proficiency in all Microsoft products, ability to perform high level functions in MS Excel, such as spreadsheet design/layout and basic formulas, and experience keying data accurately into existing databases.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with department staff, coworkers, external partners, and customers with a wide range of grant experience.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills including the ability to write letters and other business related correspondence that are professional in appearance and content.
• Must possess strong analytical skills, be detail oriented and have the ability to maintain organized, accurate, and updated files.
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with Program Participants and SC Housing staff.
• Ability to resolve conflicts quickly and professionally in order to produce a solution that all parties can agree to.
• Ability to multi-task and manage time effectively, prioritize tasks, and process time sensitive materials in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to exercise judgment and discretion to make sound decisions supported by facts.

• Working knowledge of federal housing programs and Section 42 of the Internal Revenue Code.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and/or a Certified Government Finance Officer (CGFO) Certification.
• Three (3) years of full-time program administration/management experience.

What makes us Different?
We are a state governmental agency but one unlike you’ve encountered before. We operate much more like a private sector business. We are a completely self-sustaining operation that offers rental and homeownership products and services and we face many of the same regulatory, market, and financial hurdles of private sector financial institutions. Our clear advantage to employees is that we offer challenging, and meaningful work but with an appropriate work-life balance as well as excellent state government benefits. Now we’re looking to reinforce our team with a person who is enthusiastic, motivated and eager to work with us.
 
Our Benefits Package:
The South Carolina State Housing Finance & Development Authority offers an exceptional
benefits package that includes:

• Telecommuting options
• Accrued Paid Time Off (15 days annual/vacation leave per year and 15 days sick leave per year)
• 13 paid holidays
• PEBA Health, dental, vision, long term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouses, and children
• PEBA Perks
• Free Telehealth Visits for State Health Plan members
• Free Health Coaching for State Health Plan members
• State Retirement Plan
• Deferred Compensation Programs 401k and 457 plans
• MoneyPlus (tax-favored accounts program) Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discount Programs (PerksCard, TicketsatWork, and WeSave)
• Casual Fridays 
• Tuition Reimbursement Program (after 6 months of employment)