Manager, Business Applications

Manager, Business Applications - Perm - Sandy Springs, GA/Hybrid - $130,000 -$140,000

The final salary or hourly wage, as applicable, paid to each candidate/applicant for this position is ultimately dependent on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's/applicant's qualifications, skills, and level of experience as well as the geographical location of the position.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship not available.

Our client is seeking a Manager, Business Applications in Sandy Springs, GA/Hybrid

Role Description

The Director of Business Application's role is to supervise and maintain the company's business software application portfolio (including Yardi Voyager, Angus and others) utilizing commercial real estate industry knowledge and best practices.
The Sr. Business Analyst is also responsible for planning and coordinating all processes associated with the provisioning of real estate specific applications and systems necessary for business operations.
This individual will apply project management, business analysis, communication and problem-solving skills to guide and assist project development, design, and deployment of mission critical information and software systems
Serve as the lead administrator and SME for Yardi Voyager and related modules
Support Accounting, Finance, Leasing, and Property Management teams
Manage system configuration, troubleshooting, maintenance, and enhancements
Develop reports, workflows, integrations, and process improvements
Gather business requirements and partner with key stakeholders
Ensure accuracy of financial and operational reporting data
Coordinate with third-party vendors and application partners
Support critical real estate business applications and processes
Team Structure
Reports to the Director/VP of IT
Part of a small internal IT organization supporting approximately 140 employees
No direct reports
Individual contributor role
Primary owner of the Yardi platform
Internal IT team consists of a VP/Director, an Associate-level resource, and this position
Help Desk support is outsourced; this position focuses on business applications rather than desktop support

Skills & Requirements

Must have hands-on Yardi Voyager experience
Commercial real estate industry experience strongly preferred
Experience supporting accounting, leasing, property management, and financial reporting applications
Ability to serve as the primary Yardi administrator and business applications expert
Strong stakeholder management and problem-solving skills
3+ years of direct experience with Yardi Voyager strongly preferred. If less than 3 years, 3+ years of direct experience with another real estate-specific financial system will be considered.
Experience with real estate-specific applications such as Yardi and its various modules, Argus, or others is a significant benefit.
Real estate financial and/or operational business knowledge.
5+ years of direct experience in business analysis. Must be proficient in gathering requirements, analyzing business processes, solving problems, reporting status, creating documentation, delivering training, and implementing business solutions.
5+ years of direct experience in project management. Must be proficient in defining goals, developing and tracking project plans, tracking and resolving issues, directing cross-functional teams, leading meetings, motivating team members, and enforcing accountability.
Proven experience in overseeing the design, development, testing, and implementation of software solutions.
3+ years of direct experience managing financial applications including report and user interface design, multi-system data integrations, system administration, and cross-departmental requirement analysis.
Experience with Power BI is ideal, although experience with similar enterprise business intelligence and reporting applications is also acceptable.
Working knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server or similar relational database.
Direct experience working with MS SharePoint and having had integral experience with at least one major SharePoint implementation is desirable but not required.
Strong customer-service orientation combined with written and oral communication as well as interpersonal skills.
Ability to train and communicate ideas in both technical and user-friendly language.
Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
Working knowledge of PC operating systems and Windows Server.

Benefits/Other Compensation

This position is a contract/temporary role where Hays offers you the opportunity to enroll in full medical benefits, dental benefits, vision benefits, 401K and Life Insurance ($20,000 benefit).

Why Hays?

You will be working with a professional recruiter who has intimate knowledge of the industry and market trends. Your Hays recruiter will lead you through a thorough screening process in order to understand your skills, experience, needs, and drivers. You will also get support on resume writing, interview tips, and career planning, so when there's a position you really want, you're fully prepared to get it.

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