Lease Administrator

CFS; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS is seeking a Lease Administrator in Columbus, OH to support the growing portfolio through accurate lease accounting and administration.

You’ll abstract leases, set up tenant accounts, manage rent invoicing, CAM reconciliations, collections, and lease compliance, working with accounting and property teams.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s in Accounting or Business and 2+ years in CRE lease accounting, with strong Excel and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business (or Associate’s with additional experience).
• 2+ years of experience in commercial real estate lease accounting.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Office apps.
• Strong attention to detail and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Abstract lease agreements and interpret terms.
• Set up tenant accounts and manage rent invoicing.
• Perform CAM reconciliations and review general ledger activity.
• Coordinate collections, billbacks, and security deposits.
• Handle tenant communications, insurance tracking, and lease compliance.
• Support utility transfers, maintenance requests, and lease milestones.
• Collaborate closely with accounting and property management teams.

Skills

Lease accounting

Attention to detail

Communication

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Business

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About The Opportunity

Our client, a respected player in the commercial real estate industry, is seeking a Lease Accountant and Administrator to support their growing portfolio. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a detail-driven environment and enjoys working across accounting, operations, and tenant relations.

Lease Administrator

Columbus, OH

Onsite

Salary: $55,000-65,000

About The Opportunity

Our client, a respected player in the commercial real estate industry, is seeking a Lease Accountant and Administrator to support their growing portfolio. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a detail-driven environment and enjoys working across accounting, operations, and tenant relations.

What You’ll Do

You’ll be responsible for managing the financial and administrative aspects of commercial leases. This includes:

• Abstracting and interpreting lease agreements
• Setting up tenant accounts and managing rent invoicing
• Performing CAM reconciliations and reviewing general ledger activity
• Coordinating collections, billbacks, and security deposit transactions
• Handling tenant communications, insurance tracking, and lease compliance
• Supporting utility transfers, maintenance requests, and lease milestones
• Collaborating closely with accounting and property management teams

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business (or Associate’s with additional experience)
• 2+ years of experience in commercial real estate lease accounting
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, including strong skills with Excel
• Strong attention to detail, communication skills, and ability to multitask

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