Yardi Evaluation & Implementation Consultant

Job Title: Yardi Evaluation & Implementation ConsultantLocation: RemoteDuration: 4–6 months (part-time role)Required Skills:Strong experience with:Yardi evaluations and implementationsAffordable housing/property management operationsGL/AP workflowsSystems integration and process optimizationRequirements gathering and implementation planningJob description:We are seeking an experienced consultant with deep expertise in Yardi and affordable housing operations to support the evaluation, planning, and phased implementation of a future-state property management and financial systems environment.This individual will help assess current workflows, define operational and technical requirements, evaluate modules and implementation sequencing, and provide strategic guidance around transitioning from legacy systems into a scalable, integrated platform.The ideal candidate combines hands-on Yardi expertise with strong knowledge of affordable housing accounting, property operations, AP/GL workflows, and systems integration.ResponsibilitiesLead evaluation and planning efforts related to Yardi implementationAssess current-state systems, workflows, and operational gapsConduct requirements gathering sessions with finance, accounting, operations, and leadership teamsAdvise on appropriate Yardi modules, implementation sequencing, and rollout strategyHelp define phased implementation roadmap including:General Ledger (GL)Accounts Payable (AP)Property ManagementReporting and compliance workflowsProvide guidance regarding migration from existing systems such as:MRI SoftwareAvidXchangeAgoraSupport vendor evaluation, implementation planning, and integration considerationsIdentify opportunities for operational efficiency, automation, and improved reportingAssist in defining data governance, reporting structures, and portfolio-level visibilityCollaborate with implementation teams, stakeholders, and external consultantsProvide strategic recommendations around scalable systems architecture and future integrationsQualifications5+ years of direct experience implementing or advising on Yardi environmentsStrong background in affordable housing, multifamily real estate, or property management operationsExperience with:GL/AP workflowsProperty accountingCompliance reportingMulti-entity or multi-property environmentsFamiliarity with system integrations and data migration planningAbility to translate operational business needs into technical requirementsStrong facilitation and stakeholder communication skillsExperience advising organizations through platform selection and implementation strategyPreferred ExperienceExperience transitioning organizations from MRI Software to YardiKnowledge of affordable housing funding, reporting, and compliance structuresExperience with API integrations and reporting/dashboard toolsExperience supporting phased ERP or property management system rolloutsFamiliarity with CRM integrations and operational reporting environmentsEngagement StructureFractional, advisory, or project-based engagementFlexible hours based on project phase and implementation timelinePotential to expand into broader systems integration and operational optimization initiativesThis role will serve as a strategic advisor and implementation partner helping guide critical operational and systems modernization efforts across the organization.