Senior LIHTC Development Consultant
Senior
Novogradac
Napoli, Napoli, Campania, Italia
Hybrid
Contratto a tempo indeterminato
Real estate / Affordable housing / Consulting
Descrizione della Posizione Lavorativa
Novogradac is a purpose-driven firm where employees believe in their work and bring customer focus and passion to the business. We welcome individuals with original perspectives who want to grow professionally in an inclusive, innovative environment.
Position Summary
The Senior LIHTC Development Consultant acts as a senior advisor to affordable housing developers, providing independent, high-level leadership on low-income housing tax credit (LIHTC) transactions. This role leads complex 9% and 4% bond-financed LIHTC developments from early feasibility through application, award and closing, exercising professional judgment with minimal oversight while managing client relationships and mentoring staff.
Your Contributions and Responsibilities
- Project leadership & strategy: Lead and advise on LIHTC development strategy, feasibility analyses and capital stack structuring; serve as primary advisor on 9% and 4% LIHTC transactions; evaluate underwriting assumptions, risks and structuring alternatives; support client pipeline planning and long-term LIHTC strategy.
- Application & allocation leadership: Direct preparation and review of LIHTC applications under applicable Qualified Allocation Plans (QAPs); develop scoring and positioning strategies; lead agency interactions and respond to clarification requests; guide clients through awards and post-award requirements.
- Financial modeling & transaction support: Review and evaluate sources and uses, credit calculations and operating pro formas; advise on equity pricing and investor requirements; support closings and post-award activities through 8609 issuance.
- Client & stakeholder management: Serve as primary client contact and strategic advisor; coordinate with developers, lenders, investors, attorneys and agencies; communicate complex LIHTC concepts clearly.
- Mentorship & practice contribution: Review staff work, provide training to staff and clients, and contribute to internal knowledge sharing and best practices.
Your Background and Skills
- Minimum requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Political Science, Public Policy or related field and at least 9 years of LIHTC development or consulting experience with independent project and client management.
- Preferred credentials: CPA, MBA, MRED, JD or similar.
- Multi-state experience with 9% and 4% LIHTC transactions and strong knowledge of QAPs and state housing agency processes.
- Deep understanding of affordable housing finance structures, capital stack development (equity, debt, tax credits, public/private sources), underwriting, risk analysis and structuring alternatives.
- Strong project management skills; ability to manage multiple complex engagements, timelines and deliverables simultaneously.
- Excellent verbal and written communication, relationship management, advisory skills, and ability to mentor staff.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (particularly Excel) and report writing tools.
How to Apply
If you are interested, you MUST apply via our company website: https://www.novoco.com/careers. Novogradac encourages candidates with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to apply even if they do not meet every listed qualification.
Commitment to Inclusion
Novogradac is committed to a fair and inclusive recruitment process and will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities or special needs. The firm offers Employee Resource Groups and Affinity Groups to support connection and career development. Novogradac is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in all forms.
Benefits
- Increased number of paid holidays per year and paid time off.
- Competitive salary with regular market reviews; compensation range: $124,000 to $167,000 (depending on experience).
- Flexible working hours, remote and hybrid opportunities, and a "dress for your day" policy.
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, life/disability insurance, commuter flex accounts and a 401(k) package with firm profit-sharing.
- Strong professional growth opportunities, national firm resources, active Employee Resource Groups and emphasis on work-life integration.
Company background: Novogradac is a national certified public accounting and consulting firm headquartered in San Francisco, founded in 1989, with more than 900 employees and over 25 offices across the country. The firm is a recognized leader in real estate and community development, providing audit, tax, valuation, consulting and compliance services with extensive work in affordable housing and related fields.