Compliance Manager

Full-Time, Salaried / Exempt, M-F 8 am - 4:30 pm

$48,500K - 60k /Annually; Compensation based on experience

Job Summary: 

The Compliance Manager ensures organizational compliance related to Tax Incremental District (TID) agreements, grant funding requirements, HFHI & grant policy development, and grant audit coordination.  The role ensures adherence to federal, state, and local regulations, supports financial accountability, and coordinates grant audit activities to safeguard organizational integrity and funding eligibility. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as Contract Compliance Monitor for City of Milwaukee Labor Compliance Reporting (“LCR”) system. 
• Conduct periodic internal reviews to identify compliance gaps and recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal regulations (including Uniform Guidance where applicable), state requirements, and private funder terms.
• Receive and review documentation from subcontractors and suppliers necessary to complete the monthly WHEDA Emerging Business and quarterly SBE Reports. 
• Prepare and submit a quarterly SBE/RPP report to OEI. 
• Coordinate cross-functional pre-award due diligence reviews of grant agreements to assess mission alignment, compliance obligations, cost allowability, and reporting requirements. 
• Make quarterly presentations to the Zoning, Neighborhoods, and Development Committee of the Common Council regarding SBE/RPP inclusion achieved. 
•  Prepare and submit required TID reports within established deadlines. 
•  Maintain accurate records to support public accountability and audit review. 
• Prepare HR Professional Services and HR Construction Costs Subject to Inclusion and HR RPP Gap Analysis for submittal to the Milwaukee Office of Equity & Inclusion (“OEI”)
• Serve as primary liaison for grant-related audits and monitoring visits. 

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration, Business, or related field required
• A minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in compliance, grant management, public finance, or governmental accounting
• Experience working with TID/TIF agreements or municipal financing mechanisms preferred.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating audits and managing regulatory reporting.
• Strong knowledge of federal grant regulations and internal control frameworks.
• Understanding of governmental or nonprofit accounting compliance principles.
• Ability to interpret complex funding agreements and legal documents.
• Exceptional attention to detail and documentation accuracy. 
• Ability to manage multiple funding streams and deadlines simultaneously.
• Computer literacy with experience in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
• Capable of managing projects, processes, deadlines, and a budget while adhering to the policies and procedures of the organization.

Benefits:

• $48,500k - 60,000K/ Annually, Compensation based on experience
• Health, Vision, Dental Insurance
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401K + Employer 3% match
• Generous paid time off + 10 paid holidays
• Employee Discount at Milwaukee’s ReStores
• Employee referral program 

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity affirms its social and legal commitment to promote an atmosphere and environment that recognizes the principle and practice of equal employment opportunity. Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, or citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by law.