Leasing Analyst

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

Job summary

Spencer's is seeking a Lease Accounting Specialist to process monthly lease payments and annual settlements for Spirit locations. You will audit landlord invoices, prepare percentage rent filings, and maintain data in the lease system. The role supports month-end close and various reconciliations.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s in accounting and experience with multi-site lease software, Excel, and PeopleSoft. Flexibility and accuracy are essential for this team-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or retail lease accounting experience preferred.
• Experience with multi-site lease accounting software.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; PeopleSoft experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process monthly lease payments and annual lease settlements.
• Audit landlord invoices and prepare lease filings and rent data.
• Support month-end close including journal entries and reconciliations.
• Serve as primary landlord contact for lease questions.

Skills

Self-motivated

Detail-oriented

Deadline-driven

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Overtime readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

Excel

Word

General Ledger systems

Accounts Payable software

PeopleSoft

Job description

Overview

We are authentic, professional providers of fun, focused on building a Great Place To Work For All by staying true to our mission: “Life’s a Party, We’re Makin’ It Fun!” and “So Much Fun It’s Scary!”

At Spencer’s and Spirit, we do the right thing always-integrity, fairness, respect, and transparency are our foundation. You will find our culture to be inclusive, passionate, resilient, and one that values differences and embraces all.

One Team / One Goal

We are leaders and owners of our business success. Whether it’s developing new and exclusive costumes, quality testing products, or implementing technology solutions, our teams understand the value of working collaboratively to embrace change through innovation, curiosity, and thoughtfulness.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Flexible work environment
• Career advancement
• Competitive base salary
• Bonus opportunity
• Vacation, Personal, Sick and Holiday pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life and AD&D insurance
• 401k with a company match
• 30% merchandise discount

Responsibilities

This position is responsible for processing monthly lease payments and annual lease-related settlements for all Spencer’s and Spirit leased locations, ensuring payments are accurate and comply with negotiated lease terms. The role also maintains the company’s third-party lease administration software and supports the integrity of related lease data.

Key responsibilities include auditing and processing landlord invoices, preparing percentage rent filings and payments, submitting required monthly sales reports, and supporting month-end General Ledger activities such as journal entries, variance explanations, and balance sheet account reconciliations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Lease Payments and Invoice Processing

• Prepare and process monthly rent batches using the lease administration system, ensuring all payments comply with lease terms.
• Audit and process annual lease year-end settlements, miscellaneous landlord invoices, and other lease-related increases to ensure lease compliance.
• Prepare and process percentage rent filings and payments required under lease agreements; maintain breakpoint and percentage rent data in the lease administration system.
• Manage payments and reconcile adjustments related to new leases and lease amendments.

Sales Reporting and Daily Rent Activity

• Ensure uploaded sales data is accurate and complete; process monthly electronic sales reports for landlords.
• Reconcile and process Spirit daily rent batches.
• Ensure proper account coding for Spirit refund checks, including security deposits, cancelled deals, and other miscellaneous receipts.

Month-End Accounting and Reconciliations

• Prepare monthly accruals and reclass journal entries. Manage all lease accounting balance sheet and income statement accounts.
• Review monthly variances and collaborate with Real Estate and FP&A teams to resolve variance and lease-related questions.

Communication and Support

• Serve as the primary contact for landlords regarding finance-related lease questions.
• Perform other lease accounting-related duties as assigned.

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.

Skills and Abilities

• 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.

The pay range reflects the potential base salary range for this role. Individual base pay is determined by various factors such as relevant experience and skills, and the scopeand responsibilities of the position.

Pay Range

$50,000 - $65,000