Lease Analyst - Retail Real Estate & Finance

Spirit Halloween; Egg Harbor Township (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Career advancement

Competitive base salary

Bonus opportunity

Vacation, Personal, Sick and Holiday

Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, 2

401k with a company match

30% merchandise discount

Job summary

Spirit Halloween is seeking a Leasing Analyst in New Jersey to manage lease payments, settlements, and related accounting for all Spirit locations. You will ensure accuracy of lease data, handle landlord invoicing, and support month-end close.

Ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in accounting or retail lease experience, strong Excel/Word skills, and familiarity with lease software (e.g., PeopleSoft). This role offers a competitive salary, benefits, and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or relevant retail lease accounting experience preferred
• Experience with multi-site lease accounting software packages
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, including Excel and Word, as well as integrated General Ledger and Accounts Payable applications; PeopleSoft experience preferred
• Self-motivated and able to work effectively both independently and in a team environment
• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy
• Able to meet tight deadlines during the monthly close process
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of management and staff
• Willingness to work additional hours as needed to support lease responsibilities, particularly during Spirit season

Responsibilities

• Prepare, audit, and process monthly rent payments, annual lease settlements, landlord invoices, lease amendments, and other lease-related charges while ensuring compliance with lease terms
• Manage percentage rent calculations, filings, and payments, maintaining accurate breakpoint and percentage rent information within the lease administration system
• Ensure the accuracy and completeness of sales data, process monthly landlord sales reports, and reconcile Spirit daily rent activity
• Maintain accurate lease accounting records, including journal entries, accruals, reclasses, balance sheet reconciliations, and income statement account management
• Review and analyze monthly variances, partnering with Real Estate and FP&A teams to resolve lease-related questions and discrepancies
• Serve as the primary finance contact for landlords, addressing lease payment and accounting inquiries while ensuring timely issue resolution
• Support lease administration system maintenance, lease data integrity, refund processing, account coding activities, and other lease accounting responsibilities as assigned

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Self-motivated

Team player

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Tools

Excel

Word

PeopleSoft

General Ledger

Accounts Payable

Job description

Spirit Halloween is seeking a Leasing Analyst in New Jersey to manage lease payments, settlements, and related accounting for all Spirit locations. You will ensure accuracy of lease data, handle landlord invoicing, and support month-end close.

Ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in accounting or retail lease experience, strong Excel/Word skills, and familiarity with lease software (e.g., PeopleSoft). This role offers a competitive salary, benefits, and growth opportunities.