Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Specialized Accounting for Public Housing Authorities
Established in 1968, we have dedicated our expertise to serving Public Housing Authorities (PHAs) through specialized accounting solutions. Our family-owned business has evolved from Housing Data Specialists into a trusted partner for 98 PHAs across six states, delivering tailored financial services rooted in decades of industry-specific experience. With a team of six professionals, including certified accountants and former PHA auditors, we maintain an unwavering commitment to excellence, having successfully supported clients through over 200 audits without a single adverse finding. Our deep understanding of HUD regulations and REAC compliance stems from hands-on involvement in the development of PHA accounting standards, allowing us to provide proactive guidance that extends beyond basic bookkeeping.We distinguish ourselves through personalized client relationships, having served many agencies for multiple decades, and through our active participation in professional development initiatives for NAHRO and other housing organizations. Our streamlined approach ensures that each PHA receives meticulous financial management while freeing internal resources to focus on housing mission priorities.
Services
Monthly Financial Reporting
HUD Compliance Services
Audit Preparation
Payroll Tax Accounting
Budget Development
REAC Audit Support
Tenant Accounting
Capital Fund Management
Insurance & Investment Tracking
Government Reporting
Details
- Year established: 1968
Highlights and features
- We offer 55+ years of PHA-specific accounting expertise with 100% audit success rate
- Our team includes former PHA auditors and certified accounting professionals
- We provide 24/7 personalized support for HUD compliance and financial reporting
- Our staff maintains 4-33 years of PHA accounting experience across six states
- We offer customized training sessions for housing authority professionals
What people say
Quality care
Knowledgeable staff
Positive audits
Responsive support
Expert guidance
Services
Monthly Financial Reporting
We prepare comprehensive balance sheets, operating statements, and capital fund reports tailored to PHA requirements. Our process ensures accurate reconciliation of TARs, security deposits, and escrow accounts while maintaining detailed records for property and equipment. This service helps housing authorities maintain financial transparency and regulatory compliance through meticulously organized documentation.
HUD Compliance Services
Our team specializes in preparing HUD financial reports, REAC audit documentation, and required forms like HUD-52681. We maintain internal control documents and provide guidance on changing regulations to ensure complete compliance. This service protects housing authorities from regulatory risks through proactive preparation and expert interpretation of federal requirements.
Audit Preparation
We conduct thorough preparation for REAC audits and other examinations, including MD&A preparation and notes to financial statements. Our staff maintains SAS70 audit documentation and provides training to client teams. This service ensures housing authorities achieve positive audit outcomes through meticulous record-keeping and proactive issue resolution.
Payroll Tax Accounting
We manage complete payroll tax accounting, including tenant accounting through the Housing Data Systems platform. Our team handles payroll tax filings and related reporting requirements while maintaining compliance with applicable regulations. This service allows housing authorities to focus on operations while ensuring accurate employee and tenant financial management.
Budget Development
We prepare comprehensive operating budgets and revisions for all programs, including Stop-Loss assistance and PFS forms. Our team provides analysis of balance sheet accounts and maintains investment registers. This service supports strategic financial planning while ensuring alignment with HUD requirements and organizational objectives.
People
Wendy Endres
President
President with 32 years of PHA accounting experience, responsible for daily operations and financial statements. Graduated from University of Wisconsin institutions, specializing in HUD compliance and audit preparation since 1992.
Darrin F. Vieth
Vice President
Vice President and certified accountant with 30 years of PHA experience. Former Navy service member brings precision to client setups and financial analysis, managing accounts since 1994 with focus on building client trust.
Amie Anderson Vieth
Accountant
CPA with 14 years of experience, including PHA audit expertise from prior accounting firm roles. Joined HAAS in 2010, combining public accounting perspective with specialized PHA accounting knowledge through daily practice.
Tristan Becherer
Accountant
Accountant since 2011 with associate degree in accounting. Maintains President's List academic honors while delivering timely financial reports to clients. Specializes in payroll tax and tenant accounting with technical college background.
Sheila Olsen
Accountant
Experienced accountant with 44 years of continuous PHA accounting service since 1980. Holds university education from UW-La Crosse while managing tenant accounting, payroll, and financial reporting responsibilities across decades of changing regulations.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for housing authorities?
We provide comprehensive monthly accounting services including financial statement preparation, HUD reporting, payroll tax accounting, audit preparation, and specialized reports for REAC audits and government compliance.
How do you support PHAs with changing regulations?
Our team maintains 55+ years of combined PHA accounting experience, offering ongoing guidance on HUD requirements and regulatory changes through proactive communication and training sessions at housing conferences.
What makes your firm qualified for housing authority work?
We specialize exclusively in PHA accounting since 1968, with staff including former PHA auditors and certified professionals who understand the unique challenges of public housing financial management.
How do you handle audit preparation for clients?
We ensure 100% audit success through comprehensive preparation, including MD&A reports, financial statement notes, and SAS70 audit documentation, supported by decades of experience with audit processes.
