About this Lending Analyst I role at PA Housing Finance Agency
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Job Description
Determine the eligibility of rental housing developments for loan and tax credit financing using sound land use, environmental issues, market criteria, and prudent loan underwriting techniques.
Coordinate all phases of the Agency’s multifamily development review process in a timely, complete, and accurate manner including inputting, editing, and reviewing multi-tabbed underwriting spreadsheets in Excel.
Ensure effective coordination and collaboration as the liaison between PHFA’s multifamily divisions and rental housing developers being responsible for all necessary follow up with developers throughout the development process to assure compliance with Agency submission requirements and deadlines from application to project completion.
Become well versed in Section 42 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended and federal housing programs (including those administered by HUD and Rural Development) and keep apprised of all changes to regulations that are used by the Treasury Department, HUD, and Rural Development.
Originate correspondence relating to assigned developments and as required, maintain necessary records, prepare reports, and perform related activities (including data entry) in a timely, complete, and accurate manner, which may include Carryover Allocation Agreements, Subsidy Layering Reviews, Indenture of Restrictive Covenants, and related documents.
Interpret PHFA rules and regulations related to tax credit, federal, state, and local funding programs.
Responsible for the ongoing maintenance of both the computer and hard copy files for proposals which receive funding.
Entry-level professional with limited or no prior experience to contribute on a project or program. Role learns to use professional concepts to resolve problems of limited scope and complexity under close supervision while achieving day-to-day objectives. Works on developmental assignments that are initially routine in nature, requiring limited judgment and decision making. This level is typically focused on self-development. Requires theoretical knowledge through specific education and training
Perform any and all duties as assigned. Maintaining a physical presence at the office on scheduled workdays is required in order to collaborate more fully with Agency staff.
Preferred knowledge of the federal Low Income Housing Tax Credit Program and/or federal housing programs is desirable
Ability to travel periodically
Hybrid Work Schedule - Minimum of three days in office required
Qualifications
Bachelor of Science - Accounting, Bachelor of Science - Finance, Bachelor of Science - Real Estate, Relevant professional experience (1-3 years)Experience
Relevant professional experience (1-3 years)EEO Statement
As an employer, PHFA is committed to having a workforce that is diverse and reflects the residents that it serves. We strive to maintain a workplace where all employees and applicants for employment receive equal opportunities in all aspects of employment. There are numerous policies in place at PHFA to help us honor this commitment.
The Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability, family status, gender, national origin, political affiliation, race or religion.
Diversity Statement
PHFA values, honors and commits to the equitable treatment and elimination of discrimination in all forms. We are committed to the diversity of all staff, and in all programs and services offered.