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Position Title: Yardi Specialist – Affordable Housing

Location: India, Remote

Department: Property Management/Leasing

Position Type: Full-time

Work hours: 5.30 p.m to 2.30 a.m IST

Company Overview:



The Company is a US based fully integrated real estate investment and development firm with business lines devoted to real estate investments, development, lending, and property management with an emphasis on affordable housing development. The Company has invested in equity and debt real estate transactions with a market value more than $2 billion. With a team of highly skilled professionals, the Company strives to combine unique vision, market knowledge, and a keen ability to execute any rehabilitation or new construction real estate developments including section 42 low-income housing tax credit deals.

Job Summary:

The Yardi Specialist is responsible for managing and optimizing the Yardi property management software for affordable housing operations. This role requires a deep understanding of Yardi functionalities, with a focus on the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program and affordable housing regulations. The Yardi Specialist will play a key role in ensuring accurate data entry, compliance, reporting, and overall system efficiency for affordable housing properties.

Key Responsibilities:

Yardi System Management:

• Manage the daily operations of Yardi software to ensure smooth workflow across affordable housing portfolios.
• Set up and maintain property, tenant, and financial records within the Yardi system to ensure compliance with LIHTC and other affordable housing guidelines.
• Troubleshoot and resolve Yardi-related issues for property managers and leasing teams.

Income Verification & Compliance:

• Utilize Yardi to conduct detailed income verifications for tenants to ensure LIHTC compliance.
• Automate and streamline tenant recertifications, income calculations, and compliance reporting using Yardi’s functionalities.
• Collaborate with compliance teams to ensure timely and accurate certification of tenant records.

Reporting & Data Management:

• Generate and analyze compliance, financial, and operational reports through Yardi to support business decision-making.
• Ensure all data entered into Yardi is accurate and up to date for reporting to regulatory bodies.
• Assist in preparing data for internal and external audits related to LIHTC and affordable housing regulations.

Collaboration & Support:

• Work closely with property managers, leasing teams, and compliance staff to support their use of Yardi for day-to-day operations.
• Provide Yardi system training and support to on-site and remote teams to enhance their understanding and productivity.
• Collaborate with IT and Yardi support teams to implement system upgrades and patches, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.

System Enhancements & Optimization:

• Identify opportunities to enhance Yardi workflows and automate repetitive processes related to affordable housing.
• Stay updated on new Yardi functionalities and implement best practices for system optimization.
• Recommend and assist in the development of custom reports, forms, and dashboards to improve property management efficiency.

Qualifications:

Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience working with Yardi property management software, with a focus on affordable housing and LIHTC compliance.
• Strong understanding of affordable housing operations, including income verification, tenant certifications, and compliance reporting.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.

Skills:

• Proficient in Yardi and its various modules, especially as it relates to affordable housing management.
• In-depth knowledge of LIHTC regulations and affordable housing guidelines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational and record-keeping abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with diverse teams.

Certifications:

• Certifications such as Housing Credit Certified Professional (HCCP) or equivalent are desirable but not required.