Ralph Lauren Finance Operations Analyst, Lease Payable and Administration

Ralph Lauren; India; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Ralph Lauren seeks a Finance Operations Analyst to oversee end-to-end lease payment processing, accruals, and reporting for Europe operations. You will manage lease records, analyze expenses, ensure timely payments, and support audits using SAP, Costar, and MS Excel.

The role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to interface with property management, finance, and vendors in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years related experience in Lease Accounting, Finance and/or audit/assurance.
• Knowledge of accounting principles and real estate terminology.

Responsibilities

• Process monthly fixed and variable rent payments.
• Maintain invoice trackers; ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Enter scheduled and non-scheduled payments per lease terms.
• Ensure compliance with lease statements and audit requirements.
• Collaborate with Real Estate and Legal as needed.
• Support audit requests and monthly close tasks (prepayments, accruals).
• Interact with vendors and cross-functional teams with clear communication.

Skills

Lease accounting

Financial analysis

Communication

Attention to detail

Deadline-driven

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Business

Tools

SAP

Costar

MS Office

Excel (Pivot Tables, V-Lookups)

S4 Hana / Ariba / CoStar

Job description

Company Description

Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE:RL) is a global leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in five categories: apparel, accessories, home, fragrances, and hospitality. For more than 50 years, Ralph Lauren's reputation and distinctive image have been consistently developed across an expanding number of products, brands and international markets. The Company's brand names, which include Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Collection, Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Polo Ralph Lauren, Double RL, Lauren Ralph Lauren, Polo Ralph Lauren Children, Chaps, among others, constitute one of the world's most widely recognized families of consumer brands. At Ralph Lauren, we unite and inspire the communities within our company as well as those in which we serve by amplifying voices and perspectives to create a culture of belonging, ensuring inclusion, and fairness for all. We foster a culture of inclusion through: Talent, Education & Communication, Employee Groups and Celebration.

Position Overview

Seeking an Finance Operations Analyst to manage lease administration and payables for Europe operations. The ideal candidate will oversee end-to-end lease payment processing, reconciliation, and reporting using SAP and Costar. Key responsibilities include maintaining accurate lease records, analyzing lease-related expenses, coordinating with property management, and ensuring timely payments. The role requires monitoring critical lease dates, preparing monthly accruals, and supporting audit requirements. The successful candidate must demonstrate strong analytical skills with proficiency in SAP, Costar, and MS Office Suite, particularly Excel (pivot tables, vlookups, and financial modeling). Experience in lease administration, attention to detail, and ability to manage deadlines are essential. Must possess excellent communication skills to interface with cross-functional teams and vendors. Knowledge of accounting principles and real estate terminology is required.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Processing of monthly fixed and variable rent payments
• Maintain invoice trackers on a daily basis, ensure its completeness and accuracy
• Enter scheduled and non-scheduled payments in accordance with lease terms
• Ensure compliance with lease "certified sales statements" requirements
• Partner with Real Estate and Legal on an "as-needed" basis.
• Ensure compliance in accordance with internal and external audit requirements by compiling, completing and effectively responding to all audit requests.
• Perform additional miscellaneous duties as assigned
• Monthly accounting closing tasks (prepayments, accruals, etc.)

Experience, Skills & Knowledge

• Minimum 3 years related experience in Lease Accounting, Finance and/or audit/assurance
• Ability to work with minimal supervision in a high volume, deadline-driven, transactional environment.
• Ability to perform with a high level of accuracy and attention to details
• Ability to multi-task and appropriately prioritize tasks.
• Ability to articulate in a clear, concise, complete, and professional manner, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to build and maintain positive professional relationships and demonstrate a customer service approach to daily work activities.
• Ability to maintain positive and professional relationships and demonstrate strong customer service with Landlords.
• Knowledge in Accounting and Payables
• MS Outlook, Word and Excel skills at an intermediate level or better. Excel skills include Macros, Pivot Tables, V-Lookups.
• Working knowledge of SAP Accounts Payable preferred
• Large ERP system experience required (SAP, S4 Hana, Ariba, CoStar)
• Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Business mandatory
• Pursuing or completed CWA-Inter, CA-inter or similar qualification a plus