Lease Accountant

Apex Systems; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Systems is hiring an entry-level Leasing Associate to support a Fortune 500 client in Chesapeake, VA. The role involves managing the financials of a large lease portfolio, overseeing rent, taxes, CAM, and related charges while building strong landlord relationships.

The ideal candidate will have 2 years in commercial real estate or property management, solid accounting knowledge, and strong Excel/Outlook skills. On-site, 6-month contract-to-perm with competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• 2 years minimum experience in commercial real estate or commercial property management.
• Understanding of basic accounting; mathematical aptitude.
• Excellent analytical, problem solving, and communication skills.
• Proven experience building and maintaining relationships.
• Strong attention to detail and advanced organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and respond to deadlines with urgency.
• Ability to work with little supervision.
• Strong PC skills and knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial aspects of a portfolio of approximately 650+ store leases.
• Oversee, review, process, and approve lease-related financial transactions (Rent, taxes, CAM, insurance) while maintaining relationships with Landlords.
• Review payment schedules in excess of $6.5 million per month for assigned portfolio of stores.
• Review and interpret legal documents to determine operating expense accuracy.
• Perform desktop audits of landlord year-end reconciliations and validate charges.
• Analyze landlord statements and dispute incorrect charges or increases.
• Review and resolve past due balances and reconciliations.
• Maintain database of the assigned portfolio to monitor workflow and savings.
• Resolve landlord disputes with Landlords, Lease Accounting Manager, and Legal Counsel.
• Assist with various projects and other duties.

Skills

Basic accounting understanding

Mathematical aptitude

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Relationship building

Attention to detail

Time management

Independent worker

MS Office proficiency

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

Job description

# Lease AccountantApply**Job#: 3045953****Job Description:**Apex Systems is hiring for an entry level Leasing Assistant supporting one of our Large Fortune 500 companies! Please see bellow for additional details:Title: Leasing AssociateLocation: on-site in Chesapeake, VASchedule: M-F normal day hours Pay: $24/hrType: 6 month contract to permanent hire w/ client **Qualifications*** 2 years minimum experience in commercial real estate or commercial property management* Understanding of basic accounting; mathematical aptitude* Excellent analytical, problem solving, and communication skills* Proven experience building and maintaining relationships* Strong attention to detail and advanced organizational skills* The ability to successfully manage multiple priorities* Possess strong time management skills with the ability to respond to changing deadlines with a sense of urgency.* Ability to work with little supervision* Strong PC skills and knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel required* This position requires an independent worker who takes initiative and provides accurate, detail-oriented work* Experience in Real Estate or Lease/Contract Management desired, but not a requirement* Successful candidates must possess the ability to analyze commercial retail leases and payment information to determine compliance, identify potential overpayments, and the collection of amounts due to the company as an outcome of completed audit results. The ability to work in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail and organizational skills are essential.**Job Description*** Manage the financial aspects of a portfolio of approximately 650+ store leases.* Oversee, review, process, and approve lease-related financial transactions such as Rent, Real Estate Taxes, Common Area Maintenance Charges, Insurance Premiums, and other property-related operating expenses while developing and maintaining a professional relationship with Landlords.**Job Responsibilities*** Responsible for reviewing payment schedules in excess of $6.5 million per month for assigned portfolio of stores.* Review and prepare invoices for recurring rent payments including operating charges/reconciliations, rent/CPI increases, and any other changes to rent amounts due to expansions, reductions and terminations.* Review and interpret legal documents for assigned portfolio of stores to determine accuracy of operating expenses.* Perform desktop audits of landlord year end reconciliations to validate accuracy in rental and ancillary charges, along with any cap requirements and first year variances as per lease requirements.* Perform analysis of landlord statements and dispute incorrect charges or unauthorized increases to operating expenses.* Review, research, and resolve past due account balance reconciliations/default notices.* Perform historical audits.* Maintain database of assigned portfolio of stores to effectively monitor workflow and track individual savings.* Resolve landlord disputes and critical issues as they develop through effective collaboration with Landlords, the Manager of Lease Accounting, and the Legal Department/Legal Counsel.* Assist with various projects as they arise.* Handle other duties as assigned.EEO EmployerApex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [e-mail] or 844-463-6178.EEO EmployerApex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [e-mail] or 844-463-617 *Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.**Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Everforth Apex and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at https://www.apexsystems.com/privacy-policy**Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.**Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.**If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [e-mail] or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.**UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Apex Systems.***Employee Type:** Contract**Location:** Chesapeake, VA, US**Job Type:****Date Posted:** August 11, 2026**Pay Range:** $18 - $24 per hour