Lease Auditor / Senior Lease Auditor - (Occupier Accounts)

CBRE; London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lease Auditor to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will conduct comprehensive lease audits for corporate clients, identifying potential savings and negotiating with landlords. You will collaborate closely with legal departments and manage third-party auditors, ensuring accuracy in financial reconciliations. This position offers the opportunity to work in a supportive environment that values diversity and entrepreneurial spirit, providing you with the tools and training to excel in your career. If you have a passion for real estate and a knack for problem-solving, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial real estate experience required.
• Familiarity with lease terminology and legal documents essential.
• Advanced skills in financial principles and report preparation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct lease audits to identify and negotiate potential savings.
• Prepare audit reports and communicate with landlords.
• Lead recurring lease audit meetings and manage third-party auditors.

Skills

Lease Auditing

Problem-solving

Communication

Financial Analysis

MS Excel

Relationship Management

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting

Bachelor's in Finance

Bachelor's in Real Estate

Tools

MS Office

MS PowerPoint

MS Excel

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OCCUPIER ACCOUNTS / LOCATION FLEXIBLE

Lease Auditor / Senior Lease Auditor

Role Purpose

Working in the Lease Audit team within the larger Occupier Accounts team, the individual will be responsible for conducting lease audits for corporate clients to identify, negotiate, and recoup potential savings.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical & Operational: Audit and reconcile all financial considerations including service charges, insurance recharges, base rent, turnover rent, works deposits, and capital allowances. Troubleshoot/dispute resolution through lease language regarding specific issues. Prepare lease audit reports. Communicate and negotiate with landlords. Work closely with legal departments. Lead recurring lease audit meetings. Supervise 3rd party auditors. Manage and prepare reports. Liaise with stakeholders. Conduct audits across regions with support as needed.

Business Development and Client Management

• Participate in client solutioning and pitches. Manage client contracting discussions.

Business Management

• Assist in setting up lease audit services globally. Share knowledge with team members. Support process improvements.

Person Specification/Requirements

• Proficiency in English. Bachelor's degree. Proactive with strong problem-solving skills. Excellent communication. Familiar with lease terminology and legal documents. Understanding of service charge processes and RICS guidelines. Knowledge of real estate transactions. Advanced MS Excel and PowerPoint skills. Attention to detail. Ability to work under pressure. Relationship management skills. Additional language skills beneficial. Lease auditing experience across regions advantageous.

Working at CBRE

Join a global firm encouraging entrepreneurial spirit, with challenging work, learning opportunities, and top-tier tools and training. Our culture values diversity, equity, and inclusion, guided by our RISE values and North Star: creating real estate solutions that enable businesses and people to thrive.

About CBRE

CBRE Group, Inc., a Fortune 500 company, is the world's largest commercial real estate services firm with over 140,000 employees serving clients worldwide. Visit www.cbre.com.

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. For accommodations during recruitment, visit: https://www.cbre.co.uk/careers/accommodations.

Qualifications

Must perform essential duties satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations available for disabilities.

Education and Experience

Bachelor's in Accounting, Finance, or Real Estate with at least five years of commercial real estate experience. Property management or real estate accounting experience preferred.

Certificates and Licenses

None required.

Communication Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication. Strong organizational and analytical skills. Ability to handle sensitive issues effectively.

Financial Knowledge

Advanced understanding of financial principles, complex calculations, and report preparation.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to analyze complex documents, solve problems, and make sound judgments considering client and team impacts.

Other Skills and Abilities

Proficiency in MS Office, understanding of lease administration, ability to work under pressure, and attention to detail.

Scope of Responsibility

Make decisions based on procedures and policies, meet deadlines, and understand the impact of judgments on the department.