Yianni Karanasios, Developer in Solihull, United Kingdom
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Yianni Karanasios

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CSP and NetSuite ZoneBilling Developer

Solihull, United Kingdom

Toptal member since December 8, 2023

Bio

Yianni, a NetSuite consultant and ZoneBilling architect, is the owner-founder of Nimbus ERP Ltd and works as an independent contractor. With a career of over 16 years, he is a senior ERP consultant and project lead. An expert in implementing and supporting diverse financial and commercial ERP systems in various countries, Yianni's track record includes consistently delivering expert high-level consultancy and support services, contributing to the success of both domestic and global projects.

Portfolio

Nimbus ERP Ltd
NetSuite, ZoneBilling, ERP Implementation...
Noblue
NetSuite, ERP Implementation, ZoneBilling
EBS
Sage 200, Draycir, ERP Implementation, Sicon

Experience

  • Accounting.js - 17 years
  • Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Support - 17 years
  • Go Live - 17 years
  • Customization - 17 years
  • ERP Implementation - 17 years
  • NetSuite Multi-Book Accounting - 5 years
  • NetSuite - 5 years
  • ZoneBilling - 4 years

Availability

Part-time

Preferred Environment

NetSuite, ZoneBilling

The most amazing...

...things I've done are multiple NetSuite and ZoneBilling implementations for different fintech companies around the globe.

Work Experience

Principal NetSuite Consultant | ZoneBilling Architect | Founder

2022 - PRESENT
Nimbus ERP Ltd
  • Specialized as a niche contractor in fintech verticals, offering top-tier professional services for the seamless execution of end-to-end projects involving NetSuite and Zone Advanced Billing (ZAB) implementation.
  • Delivered extensive results in all financial modules using NetSuite Advanced Revenue Management (ARM), NetSuite Multi-book Accounting, NetSuite Advanced Financials, and NetSuite Fixed Assets Management (FAM).
  • Managed migration and go-live processes, handled diverse integrations, including Salesforce, and gained extensive experience executing large-scale international projects for enterprise-sized organizations worldwide over several years.
Technologies: NetSuite, ZoneBilling, ERP Implementation, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Support, Go Live, QA Testing, Customization

Principal NetSuite Consultant

2019 - 2023
Noblue
  • Oversaw the successful delivery of multiple projects and managed go-live processes.
  • Launched enablement initiatives with new ERP products and implemented them across diverse customer bases.
  • Ensured the successful delivery of enterprise-sized projects by providing training and supervising a team of six senior consultants.
Technologies: NetSuite, ERP Implementation, ZoneBilling

Senior Sage 200 Consultant

2017 - 2019
EBS
  • Implemented Sage 200 projects, which included working on projects in various verticals across the UK.
  • Developed an advanced project delivery methodology and automated upgrade processes.
  • Attained successful accreditation in a variety of certifications within the Sage 200 domain.
Technologies: Sage 200, Draycir, ERP Implementation, Sicon

Sage 200 Support Consultant

2015 - 2017
TSG
  • Provided successful post-go-live support and continued assistance for various customers.
  • Completed and obtained accreditation in multiple products.
  • Received commendation from customers and colleagues through feedback processes.
Technologies: Sage 200, App Support

ERP Implementation Consultant and Accountant

2008 - 2014
Karanasios Nikolaos & Associates
  • Established an ERP branch within an existing accounting firm.
  • Provided support to a diverse range of customers, offering both accounting services and ERP implementation assistance.
  • Implemented an advanced ERP payroll system to streamline and support the payroll processes for the company's customers.
Technologies: Tax Accounting, Payroll & Benefits, ERP Implementation

ERP Support Consultant

2006 - 2008
ALTEC
  • Acted as the go-to person for ERP payroll and supported numerous customers.
  • Conducted training and mentoring sessions for numerous colleagues, ensuring effective knowledge transfer.
  • Attained accreditation in various products and received praise from customers and colleagues.
Technologies: Payroll & Benefits, ERP Implementation, IT Support

Experience

NetSuite and Zone Advanced Billing Implementation

Delivered a top-tier professional service by seamlessly implementing NetSuite and Zone Advanced Billing end-to-end projects for software and other fintech companies across the globe.

Serving as a niche contractor within the fintech vertical, I successfully delivered eight end-to-end NetSuite and ZoneBilling projects over the years. I also provided supervision and architecture for another four.

Education

2008 - 2009

Professional Degree in Accounting

KEME Accounting Center - Thessaloniki, Greece

1999 - 2004

Bachelor's Degree in International European Economic and Political Studies

University of Macedonia - Thessaloniki, Greece

Certifications

JULY 2020 - PRESENT

SRP: Configuring NetSuite for Your Business

NetSuite

JULY 2020 - PRESENT

ZoneBilling Certified

Zone&Co

APRIL 2020 - PRESENT

NetSuite Consultant Certified

NetSuite

DECEMBER 2019 - PRESENT

NetSuite Multi-book Accounting

NetSuite

NOVEMBER 2019 - PRESENT

SuiteFlow: Workflow Fundamentals

NetSuite

OCTOBER 2019 - PRESENT

NetSuite Advanced Revenue Management (ARM)

NetSuite

AUGUST 2019 - PRESENT

SuiteAnalytics: Financial Reports and Searches

NetSuite

AUGUST 2019 - PRESENT

SuiteAnalytics Reports and Searches

NetSuite

JULY 2017 - PRESENT

NetSuite Financial Management

NetSuite

Skills

Tools

ZoneBilling, SuiteAnalytics

Frameworks

Accounting.js

Languages

SQL

Other

NetSuite, Diplomacy, Business Administration, Revenue Management, NetSuite Multi-Book Accounting, ERP Implementation, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Support, Go Live, Customization, QA Testing, Sage 200, Draycir, Sicon, App Support, Tax Accounting, Payroll & Benefits, IT Support, NetSuite Financials, NetSuite Services Resource Planning (SRP), NetSuite Workflows, Computerized Accounting, Consulting, Migration, Cloud Migration

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