About CIM Group
CIM is a community-focused real estate and infrastructure owner, operator, lender, and developer. Our team of experts works together to identify and create value in real assets, benefiting the communities in which we invest. Back in 1994, our three founders focused on projects in Southern California neighborhoods. Today, we are a diverse team of 1,000+ employees with projects across the Americas. Our projects have delivered jobs; created comfortable places to live, work, and relax; and provided necessary and sustainable infrastructure. Our focus on enhancing communities is unwavering, and we strive to make an even greater impact in the years to come. Join us and make an impact today!
Position Purpose
CIM Group is a vertically integrated owner, operator, lender, and developer of real assets. We have a legacy of using Yardi as our system of record for accounting and are therefore subject to SOX compliance. CIM Group currently utilizes Yardi 7S modules for commercial and residential property operations, including budgeting and forecasting and other Elevate dashboard and reporting modules. Additionally, we are rolling out Investment Accounting and Performance Manager across the entire CRE portfolio. Our Construction and Development groups are one of the largest implementations of the Yardi construction management and job cost platforms and we continue to expand capabilities in P2P and other areas.
CIM is looking for a Yardi expert who will manage and have full responsibility for the CIM Group Yardi platforms. This includes the introduction of enhancements and changes into the platform related to many different modules assuring they are fully vetted and tested as to not introduce risk to already functioning services. You will also manage a team of technology professionals to facilitate, manage, and document all configurations, customizations, and integrations as well as deliver reports and other enhancements utilizing the internal technical team and outside vendors. This role will work with various business relationship managers within the IT organization to implement, document, test, and support the Yardi applications. The Yardi Product Owner will operate at the enterprise level to optimize delivery practices and processes that align with business objectives. He/she is also responsible for the administration and support of our Yardi system, including evaluating, documenting, and maintaining the system up to date with the latest available plug-ins, controlling user access and permissions, and keeping the system compliant with both internal and external audits. To be successful, the person in this role must be motivated, forward-thinking, and detail-oriented as well as possess the ability to communicate effectively, with excellent people management, organizational and interpersonal skills.
Responsibilities:
- Provide overall product management of business systems overseeing all aspects of Yardi applications
- Serve as the primary contact and owner of a complex Yardi environment with over a thousand users and multiple databases crossing regions
- Manage a team of technology professionals delivering solutions within the Yardi platform including the projects, tasks, and other activities that they are responsible for, assuring that deliverables are completed within project planning timelines
- Serve as the primary point of contact for Yardi and other associated vendors and service providers, overseeing all contracting, consulting, or PSG activities and delivery as they relate to the Yardi platforms
- Own and maintain documentation of Yardi customizations, permissions, and other system configurations for custom menus, reports, integrations, scheduled tasks, and report scheduler events
- Responsible for supporting Yardi projects by directing the configurations, development, implementation, and maintenance of Yardi systems for various groups
- Manages the release process for applications, developing scope and defining backlog items that guide the Agile Yardi delivery team
- Solve product-related problems, and complete trade-off analysis to stay on track toward business deliverable commitments
- Work collaboratively with business relationship managers on projects that include the design, proposal, and justification of solutions and systems applications
- Lead the design and development of delivery projects designed to incorporate key business processes that drive the lending business
- Participate as a technical resource in projects and give valuable input into system configuration and other options to deliver a best-in-class solution
Additionally:
- Mentor and manage junior team members to develop and maintain delivery timelines, documentation standards, and other best practices
- Interface with the application support team and use analytics to implement better processes to reduce support requests
- Communicate with external vendors and contractors as it relates to supporting the company’s financial system
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- Identify, engage, and manage outside partners/vendors to provide services in support of operations of systems and technology services, and for projects for technology initiatives and in support of business processes
- Lead, manage and provide guidance for programming efforts of both internal staff and 3rd party programming services
- Supervises a team of Business Analysts and Yardi administrators’ people who support Yardi implementations and solutions
Education/Experience Requirements:
- A Bachelor’s degree and related work experience is required
- 5+ years of experience as a Yardi administrator
- 8+ years of team management and project/delivery management experience
- 8+ years of real estate or private investments experience
- Proven history of successful large-scale Yardi implementations
About You:
- Demonstrated knowledge of various Yardi modules
- Working knowledge of SQL and various data integration technologies
- Demonstrated understanding of Project Management Methodology fundamentals and business process analysis
- Knowledge and understanding of goals and the interdependencies of functional departments and groups (in the real estate industry) and the ability to lead large-scale complex IT projects in addressing overall business needs
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
What CIM offers
CIM offers an enriched benefits program as well as a wide range of resources for eligible employees to thrive both inside and outside of work. Some of our benefits include:
• Medical, dental, and vision
• Company-subsidized Health Savings Account
• Company paid life & disability
• Pre-tax savings accounts
• 401(k) match
• Competitive vacation policy
• Additional voluntary benefits
• Paid time off for community service
• Paid Parental Leave: Up to 12 weeks
Actual base salary considers several factors including but not limited to geography, job-related knowledge, experience, and budget. The start of the salary range is typically associated with the minimum experience required. At CIM, base pay is one part of the total compensation package. This role is eligible for bonus pay in addition to base salary. The anticipated base salary range for the position in Los Angeles is $155,000 - $215,000.
How We Feel About Diversity and Inclusion
CIM Group is committed to bringing together humans from different backgrounds and perspectives, providing employees with a safe and welcoming work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We strive to create a diverse & inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, feel a sense of belonging, and do impactful work together. As an equal opportunity employer, we prohibit any unlawful discrimination against a job applicant on the basis of their race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, family or parental status, disability*, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We respect the laws enforced by the EEOC and are dedicated to going above and beyond in fostering diversity across our workplace.
*Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on CIM Group. Please inform our Talent team if you need any assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.
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