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)
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Financial Reporting: Prepare and process financial information and HUD reporting requirements
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Accounting Operations: Maintain accounting and bookkeeping systems for HUD housing programs
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Bank Reconciliations: Perform monthly reconciliations and monitor account balances
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Billing & Receivables: Process monthly billings, monitor subsidy payments, and post receivables
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Audit Preparation: Assist with financial audits, reporting, and supporting documentation
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HUD Compliance: Support REAC submissions, property tax exemption filings, and regulatory requirements
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Asset Management: Maintain HUD fixed asset inventory and financial tracking records
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Team Collaboration: Work closely with Housing Division leadership to support housing operations and financial accuracy
HUD Accountant Qualifications
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Minimum: Five (5) to ten (10) years of experience in accounting or finance
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Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field; experience with QuickBooks and/or OneSite programs
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Skills: Strong attention to detail, organization, spreadsheet proficiency, problem-solving, and written communication skills
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Certifications: TB clearance (or willingness to obtain); CPR & First Aid if applicable
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Fit for the Role: Comfortable working in a mission-driven housing environment supporting adults in community-based programs
Requirements & Work Conditions
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Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug/alcohol screening
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Work takes place in an office and community-based housing support environment
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Ability to sit, stand, bend, walk, and occasionally lift up to 25 lbs
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Valid Hawaii driver’s license, current vehicle insurance, and safety inspection if applicable
Benefits of Joining MHK
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Medical & Vision Insurance (UHA or Kaiser)
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Dental Insurance (HDS)
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Supplemental Insurance (Aflac)
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Pet Insurance
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403(b) Retirement Plan
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Identity Theft & Legal Protection
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Paid Leave & Holiday Pay
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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!