Commercial Lease Admin

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC; Worthington (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC in Columbus, OH is seeking a detail-oriented Lease Administrator to join a growing commercial real estate portfolio. This onsite role combines accounting, financial analysis, and tenant relations within a collaborative team.

You will handle lease data, tenant billing, reconciliations, and lease compliance while coordinating with property management and accounting professionals. A strong CRE background is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in Accounting/Finance/Real Estate.
• 2+ years of commercial real estate lease administration experience.
• Strong understanding of lease terms, billing, reconciliations and CRE accounting.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Office applications.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and abstract commercial lease agreements with accurate financial terms.
• Set up and maintain tenant accounts, billing schedules, and rent invoicing.
• Prepare CAM and operating expense reconciliations.
• Review GL activity and investigate discrepancies in tenant accounts.
• Coordinate tenant billbacks, collections, and security deposits.
• Maintain lease records and monitor renewals, escalations, and milestones.
• Communicate with tenants on billing, insurance, and lease matters.
• Track insurance certificates and assist with lease compliance.
• Coordinate utility transfers and occupancy-related activities.
• Collaborate with property managers and accounting to resolve issues.
• Assist with reporting, audits, and process improvements.

Skills

Experience in CRE

Lease administration

Excel

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance/Real Estate

Associate’s degree with relevant experience

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Job description

Lease Administrator

Columbus, OH | 100% Onsite | $55,000–$65,000

Take Ownership of a Growing Commercial Real Estate Portfolio

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Lease Administrator to join their team and play an important role in the financial and administrative management of a growing commercial real estate portfolio.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with commercial real estate, lease administration, property accounting, or lease accounting experience who enjoys a position that combines accounting, financial analysis, tenant relationships, and property operations.

You’ll work closely with accounting and property management teams while serving as a key resource for lease data, tenant billing, reconciliations, collections, and lease compliance.

What You’ll Do

• Analyze and abstract commercial lease agreements, ensuring key financial and operational terms are accurately captured.

• Set up and maintain tenant accounts, lease information, billing schedules, and rent invoicing.

• Prepare and reconcile CAM and operating expense reconciliations.

• Review general ledger activity and investigate discrepancies related to tenant and property accounts.

• Coordinate tenant billbacks, collections, security deposits, and other lease-related transactions.

• Maintain accurate lease records and monitor critical dates, renewals, escalations, and other lease milestones.

• Communicate with tenants regarding billing, account questions, insurance requirements, and lease-related matters.

• Track tenant insurance certificates and assist with ongoing lease compliance.

• Coordinate utility transfers and other administrative activities associated with tenant occupancy.

• Partner with property managers and accounting professionals to resolve issues and maintain accurate financial records.

• Assist with reporting, audits, special projects, and process improvements as needed.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Real Estate, or a related field preferred; Associate’s degree considered with relevant experience.

• 2+ years of experience in commercial real estate, lease administration, property accounting, lease accounting, or a related field.

• Strong understanding of lease terms, tenant billing, reconciliations, and commercial real estate accounting.

• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.

• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with accounting, property management, tenants, and other stakeholders.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Competitive $55,000–$65,000 salary

• Opportunity to work with a diverse commercial real estate portfolio

• Highly visible role with exposure to both accounting and property operations

• Collaborative team environment

• Opportunity to expand your expertise across lease administration, accounting, and commercial real estate

• Stable organization with opportunities for professional growth

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