Administrative Assistant - Finance (section 8 Program) in Lubbock, Tx

Job Title: Administrative Assistant – Finance (Section 8 Program)
Location: Lubbock, TX
Salary Range: $16.00–$18.00 per hour
Employment Type: Full-Time | On-Site

A well-established organization is seeking a detail-oriented Administrative Assistant – Finance to join their team in Lubbock. This role is essential to the successful financial tracking and reporting of the Section 8 housing program, with added responsibility for managing a small caseload of specialty vouchers. This is a great opportunity for a finance-savvy professional with a strong command of Excel and a passion for organized, meaningful work in a mission-driven setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain and manage accurate financial records for the Section 8 housing program.
• Handle accounts payable duties, ensuring accurate and timely rent payments to landlords.
• Manage accounts receivable processes related to portability vouchers, including billing and payment tracking with other Housing Authorities.
• Prepare, track, and organize complex Excel spreadsheets for program reporting.
• Develop and document procedures for the role to support program consistency and compliance.
• Ensure accurate documentation and processing in compliance with government regulations and deadlines.

Qualifications:

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, with experience creating and maintaining complex spreadsheets.
• Previous experience in accounts payable and receivable is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Comfortable working with government documents, policies, and program compliance.
• Strong written documentation and communication skills.
• Familiarity with Section 8 programs or public housing operations is a plus.

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance: 100% employer-paid Blue Cross Blue Shield for employees; 50% paid for dependents.
• Dental & Optical Insurance: Affordable coverage options.
• Retirement Plan: Employer contributes up to 5%; employee may contribute up to 7%.
• Paid Time Off: 96 hours of vacation time in the first year, plus 80 hours of sick leave annually (sick leave rolls over).
• Supportive and mission-driven work environment.

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Questions? Contact Leta Page at (806) 797-3281.

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