The Indianapolis Housing Authority (IHA) is seeking a highly qualified Controller to provide technical advice, guidance, monitoring, and evaluation of the financial performance operations including, but not limited to, payroll, employment taxes, bank accounts, regulatory financial reporting, external contacts, and external audits. IHA has approximately 100 full-time equivalent staff that administers a budget of $80 million. The Controller reports to the Chief Finance Officer. The Indianapolis Housing Authority is the largest housing authority in Indiana and serves the affordable housing needs of approximately 11,000 residents. 

A Bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting, public finance, accounting, or a closely related discipline is required. An equivalent combination of business experience along with ten (10) or more years of progressively responsible financial experience may be given consideration. A Certified Public Accountant or Certified Government Finance Manager designation are preferred.  Completion of the National Association of Redevelopment and Housing Officials’ Financial Management Training Program is required within the first year of employment at the company’s expense.  Candidates will be required to provide academic, work history, and salary history verification. The consultant will complete criminal and credit history background checks. The remaining qualifications and expectations can be found in the job description found on the agency website at www.indyhousing.org.

Compensation for the position is negotiable, depending on the qualifications and experience of the chosen candidate. The salary range is negotiable depending on the qualifications and experience of the candidate.  IHA is an equal opportunity employer. Please submit a one-page cover letter, a two-page resume that includes salary history and a listing of three professional references to Stan Quy at Squy@cox.net. The position is open until filled.  However, the goal of the agency is to conduct an initial round of interviews in the first week of August of 2021.