Our VP, Risk Management will review and approve low-income housing tax credit financial models at key points during the engagement and closing process. Provide feedback and tax expertise to the Acquisitions team and other teams, as necessary. Gather and analyze portfolio data to increase the accuracy of financial models and promote risk mitigation.

The VP must also ensure that financial models and deal structures comply with tax and regulatory requirements. The VP will be an internal tax expert in Low-Income Housing Tax Credits and provide recommendations to Issuance and Investment Committees that will optimize financial structures while remaining legally compliant and minimizing risk.

In your first year as VP, Risk Management, you can look forward to working on the following…

• Review and analyze financial models, ensuring accuracy and compliance with industry standards and regulatory guidelines, and provide feedback to the Acquisitions team.
• Advise the Investment Committee on pertinent risk and tax issues related to transactions.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of portfolio data to identify trends, potential risks, and opportunities for optimization.
• Collaborate with the asset management, acquisitions, fund management, syndications, and underwriting teams to assess the impact of tax issues on the LIHTC portfolio, pipeline, and funds.
• Develop and implement risk management strategies to mitigate financial, operational, and regulatory risks.
• Provide strategic recommendations to senior management based on comprehensive risk assessments and financial analysis.
• Stay informed about changes in tax regulations, industry trends, and market conditions affecting the LIHTC syndication landscape.
• Foster a culture of risk awareness and compliance within the organization through training and knowledge-sharing initiatives.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on risk management and tax issues, providing formal training and support to team members as needed.
• Model upper-tier funds to ensure compliance with regulations, accuracy of projected returns, and practices consistent with investor expectations.

What we are looking for…

• A bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting is strongly preferred.
• 5+ Years of experience in Section 42 Housing, preferably in Tax.
• Experience with financial modeling of multifamily transactions.
• Outstanding analytical skills, strong attention to detail, and commitment to accuracy.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
• Ability to function well both in a team environment and independently to complete assigned tasks with limited oversight.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs      (Word, Excel).

ABOUT MERCHANTS CAPITAL

With over 30 years of success built on putting people first, Merchants Capital is a proven leader in financing for multifamily housing nationwide. Our licenses with Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, and HUD/FHA, in addition to our bank’s balance sheet products, allow us to offer custom solutions with agility and ease of execution, expanding access to housing in meaningful and impactful ways. 

Recognized as a top five affordable lender and a leady equity syndicator, Merchants Capital pairs our comprehensive debt offerings with in-house tax credit equity to provide a one-stop-shop for developers and owners. To learn more about Merchants Capital, visit www.merchantscapital.com.