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Location: REMOTEEngagement Type: Project-Based ConsultingCompensation: $65.00/hour - $70.00/hour, depending on experiencePosition OverviewA growing organization in the affordable housing and real estate development industry is seeking an experienced Yardi ERP Implementation Consultant with a strong background in construction accounting, real estate development, project accounting, and job costing to support a major ERP transition from MIP Abila to YardiThis consultant will play a critical role throughout the Yardi implementation, go-live, and transition period, supporting accounting operations across approximately 30 active construction and development projectsThe ideal candidate will be a highly hands-on accounting professional with both advanced Yardi experience and strong construction/job-cost accounting expertise. This individual should understand how project-level financial activity flows through an ERP system and be comfortable working directly with accounting, construction, development, and implementation teams.The consultant will assist with system setup, data migration, project-level accounting, reconciliations, dual accounting, troubleshooting, process improvement, and SOP development while helping ensure financial accuracy throughout the transition.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport the organization's transition from MIP Abila to Yardi, including implementation, testing, go-live, and post-go-live activities.Provide hands-on accounting support for approximately 30 active construction and development projectsPerform and support dual accounting during the ERP transition to ensure continuity and accuracy between systems.Assist with the migration, setup, validation, and reconciliation of project-level financial data within Yardi.Manage and reconcile construction project accounting activity, including job costs, project expenses, commitments, invoices, payments, and other project-related transactionsReview accounting data for accuracy and identify discrepancies, missing information, or system/process issues.Troubleshoot Yardi and accounting issues and work toward practical solutions with minimal supervision.Partner with accounting, construction, development, and implementation teams to resolve issues and maintain accurate project financials.Assist with job-cost reporting, project reporting, reconciliations, and financial analysis throughout the implementation.Help identify gaps between legacy processes and Yardi functionality and recommend improvements.Develop, document, and standardize SOPs, workflows, and accounting procedures for the post-implementation environment.Provide hands-on support and guidance to accounting staff as they learn and transition to Yardi.Maintain detailed notes regarding system issues, processes, resolutions, and outstanding items.Prioritize competing projects and deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy.Support additional accounting and implementation-related projects as needed.Required QualificationsExtensive hands-on experience with Yardi ERP, preferably within real estate development, affordable housing, construction, or property accounting.Strong background in construction accounting, project accounting, and job-cost accountingExperience supporting or leading an ERP implementation, system conversion, or Yardi go-livePrior experience working in a dual-system accounting environment during an ERP transition.Strong understanding of project-level accounting and construction financial processes.Ability to work independently and step directly into an active accounting environment.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify issues and develop practical solutions.Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate financial information.Excellent communication and collaboration skills.Ability to quickly learn existing processes, take thorough notes, and independently research and troubleshoot issues before escalating.Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on implementation environmentStrong Excel skills and experience working with accounting/ERP data.J-18808-Ljbffr