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Compliance Specialist – Affordable Housing

Compliance Specialist – Affordable Housing

Castellan Real Estate PartnersNashik, Republic Of India, IN
16 hours ago
Job description

Position Title : Compliance Specialist – Affordable Housing (LIHTC)

Location : Remote (Based in India, supporting California projects)

Work Schedule : Full-time | Must be available to work in Pacific Standard Time (PST) overlap hours

Reports To : Compliance Manager

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Compliance Specialist to support our affordable housing portfolio in California. The role involves reviewing and verifying Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) applications and related documents before submission for third-party approval. The ideal candidate will have prior experience with LIHTC compliance and a strong understanding of federal and state housing program requirements.

Key Responsibilities

  • Review LIHTC tenant files and applications for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with program guidelines.
  • Verify income, assets, household composition, and eligibility documentation.
  • Identify and resolve discrepancies or missing information before forwarding files for third-party review and approval.
  • Communicate with leasing and property management teams to ensure compliance with California-specific regulations.
  • Maintain organized digital records and compliance checklists for each project.
  • Support internal audits and assist in responding to compliance-related inquiries.
  • Stay updated on regulatory changes related to LIHTC and affordable housing programs.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Finance, Real Estate, or a related field.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in affordable housing compliance, preferably with LIHTC programs.
  • Strong understanding of income verification, tenant eligibility, and compliance review processes.
  • Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and affordable housing / property management software (e.G., Yardi, Boston Post, or similar).
  • Ability to work remotely and collaborate effectively with U.S.-based teams.
  • Comfortable working during PST overlap hours .

    • Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with California Tax Credit Allocation Committee (CTCAC) compliance standards.
  • Knowledge of HUD, Section 8, or other affordable housing programs.

    • What We Offer

  • Competitive compensation
  • Remote work flexibility
  • Opportunity to work with U.S.-based affordable housing teams
  • Ongoing training and career development

    • If you have a keen eye for detail and take pride in ensuring compliance accuracy, we’d love to have you on our team.

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