Financial Reporting Specialist chez MassHousing

Organization: MassHousing

Location: One Beacon Street, Boston, MA 02108

Posting Closes: Close of Business on September 15, 2025

Website: www.masshousing.com 

The Organization

MassHousing will confront the housing challenges facing the Commonwealth to improve the lives of its people. A bold mission for an innovative agency. Since its inception in 1966, MassHousing has provided more than $29 billion for more than 125,000 apartments and more than 105,000 home mortgage loans. Beyond lending, we also work to promote economic growth and empowerment for families, individuals, and businesses; help communities increase their housing stock; provide hope and homes for vulnerable populations, and look for new, cost-effective ways to provide equitable housing opportunities. We have a relentless determination to confront the Commonwealth's housing challenges and improve lives.

We know that we cannot meet our mission without a workforce that is committed to standing with us in our efforts. We achieve this by making investments in staff development and prioritizing individuals who align with our values including an unwavering dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

As an employee of MassHousing you are offered a great career opportunity which is more than a paycheck. MassHousing's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits which you should consider towards your overall compensation, including but not limited to:

• Tuition reimbursement up to $10,000 per calendar year
• A 35-hour work week and a hybrid work schedule
• Back up Child/Elder Care
• Retirement Savings including a pension and a deferred compensation plan (with a match)
• Comprehensive health, dental and vision plans
• 12 paid Holidays per year and generous sick, vacation, and personal time
• Short-Term Disability
• Central Boston office location, convenient to public transportation and amenities on site

If you're ready to join our dynamic team of mission driven professionals, this might be the job for you! Interested candidates should send a letter of interest and a resume to MassHousing by logging in to www.masshousing.com/workwithus.

Position Summary

The Financial Reporting Specialist assists in the preparation of the Agency's quarterly interim and annual financial reports, quarterly information statements, and other regulatory reporting requirements.  This role also supports the preparation of annual audit reports, audit packages, and compliance submissions, including but not limited to MIF, OPEB, and Affordable Housing Trust Fund (AHTF). The Financial Reporting Specialist serves as a liaison with external auditors for annual audits and quarterly reviews, managing the coordination of audit packages and supporting documents. As a shared resource within the Financial Reporting department, this position provides additional support to the Assistant Comptroller and Comptroller as needed. This position reports to the Manager of Financial Reporting.

All positions at MassHousing require a customer service mindset in accordance with our values: Respect, Service, Empathy, Accountability, Collaboration, and Inclusion.

MassHousing operates under a hybrid work model; therefore, employees are expected to work on-site according to a schedule determined in collaboration with their manager and based on the needs of the role. To support effective onboarding, new employees may be required to work in the office more frequently during their first 90 days.

Essential Functions

Annual & Quarterly Reporting

• Assist in compiling the Agency's Annual Report, yearly audit reports, and regulatory submissions
• Support the preparation of the Quarterly Interim Financial Report and Information Statements
• Research and compile data to develop charts and supporting schedules for financial statement notes and supplemental schedules

Budget & Financial Planning

• Support the Senior Financial Reporting Specialist in gathering and consolidating information for the Agency's annual cash basis budget
• Collect data from all divisions to prepare specialized ad hoc budget reports

Regulatory Reporting

• Support the preparation of the quarterly Mortgage Bankers Financial Reporting Form (MBFRF)
• Assist with annual compliance reporting for Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, and Ginnie Mae
• Contribute to the preparation of additional regulatory reports as required

Security

• Comply with MassHousing's Information Security Program and all other Agency information security policies and procedures
• Take responsibility for any Agency assets assigned to you
• Promptly report any security events, incidents, or weaknesses to MassHousing's Information Security Team

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• 5+ years of experience in a large financial institution, nationally recognized credit review organization, or CPA firm
• Sound knowledge of financial and accounting processes, specifically budgeting and reporting
• Familiarity with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and regulations
• Eligibility to work in, and travel freely to and from, the United States without sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Business Administration (MBA)
• Experience with mortgage lending and financial service activities
• Housing finance industry knowledge
• CPA qualification

Essential Characteristics

• Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail
• Comfortable multitasking, adjusts to shifting priorities, and manages time efficiently
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills with comfortability in communicating effectively with internal and external stakeholders
• High level of integrity and commitment to confidentiality when handling sensitive financial data
• Analytical mindset with the ability to identify inconsistencies, reconcile variances, and ensure accuracy in reporting

Salary Range: $86,572.50 - $112,544.25

MassHousing is an Equal Opportunity Employer