Lease Accountant

Job Title: Lease / Accounting Administrator

Location: Charlotte, NC

Pay: $30.00 – $35.00 / Hourly (Direct Hire, hourly position)

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

Job Description:

The Lease / Accounting Administrator will play a key role in supporting lease administration and financial operations for a substantial portfolio of retail locations. This individual will work cross-functionally with internal departments and external landlords to ensure accurate rent processing, lease compliance, and timely reconciliation of accounts. The ideal candidate brings prior lease administration experience—preferably within retail—and a strong foundation in accounting principles.

This is a fully in-office role with the opportunity to work remotely one day per week after completing training.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review and reconcile monthly landlord billing statements against lease agreements and rent schedules
• Manage high-volume rent processing and audit rent rolls for accuracy
• Perform detailed account reconciliations, including historical reviews and year-end true-ups
• Analyze lease terms such as CAM charges, percentage rent, co-tenancy clauses, and other financial provisions
• Prepare and review gross sales reports and percentage rent calculations
• Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies or disputes with landlords in a professional manner
• Maintain accurate lease records within the lease management system
• Partner with internal teams to provide reporting updates and financial insights related to lease obligations
• Track and monitor lease-related documentation and critical dates

Qualifications:

• 1–2+ years of lease administration experience (retail or commercial preferred)
• Experience managing a high-volume lease portfolio (retail exposure strongly preferred)
• Solid understanding of lease financial terms and account reconciliation processes
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas and spreadsheet management
• Experience working within a lease management database (MRI experience a plus)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to professionally handle landlord discussions
• Detail-oriented with the ability to prioritize in a deadline-driven environment
• Stable work history demonstrating long-term commitment

Additional Details:

• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Team environment: Collaborative and outgoing group with multiple lease administrators
• Office setting: Business casual attire
• Portfolio size: Approximately 150+ locations
• Growth-related opening with opportunity for long-term impact

Perks:

• Competitive hourly compensation
• Opportunity to join a stable, growing organization
• Exposure to a large, multi-state retail portfolio
• Collaborative and team-oriented culture
• One remote day per week after training

If you meet the qualifications and are interested in learning more, apply today to connect with Addison Group about this opportunity with our client.

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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