Retail Lease Accountant

SKECHERS USA, Inc.; Manhattan Beach, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Skechers USA, Inc. is seeking a Lease Accountant to support the lease administration team in paying rent for our retail locations and aligning with landlords, auditors, finance and legal partners.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years in lease accounting or property management, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced retail environment.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in lease accounting or property management.
• Experience with a public company is preferred; retailer experience a plus.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Review CAM, real estate taxes and utilities payments and reconcile year-end items.
• Analyze and process rent payments for 500+ retail stores.
• Verify invoices for CAM, taxes, insurance, utilities, and advertising charges.
• Maintain lease database with expirations, rent schedules and landlord contacts.
• Collaborate with real estate, construction, design, finance and legal teams.
• Assist with data entry into the lease administration system and resolve discrepancies.

Skills

Lease accounting

Detail-oriented

Communication skills

Organization

Tools

Excel

Lease management software

Job description

WHO WE ARE: Headquartered in Southern California, Skechers—the Comfort Technology Company—has spent over 30 years helping men, women, and kids everywhere look and feel good. Comfort innovation is at the core of everything we do, driving the development of stylish, high-quality products at a great value. From our diverse footwear collections to our expanding range of apparel and accessories, Skechers is a complete lifestyle brand. ABOUT THE ROLE: The Lease Accountant will work with the lease administration team in the handling of rent payments for our retail leases. This role will collaborate with key real estate partners, internal and external auditors along with finance and legal teams to ensure all individual, team and organizational goals and priorities are achieved.WHAT YOU'LL DO:* Review, analyze and perform desktop audits of year end reconciliations from Landlords regarding Common Area Maintenance (“CAM”), Real Estate Taxes and Utilities.* Analysis and payment of rent for 500+ retail stores.* Review the monthly invoices for escrow changes regarding CAM, Real Estate Taxes, Insurance, Utilities, Advertising/Promotion charges all while ensuring they are in compliance with the lease.* Manage and maintain a comprehensive database of lease information and documents, including expiration dates, rent schedules and Landlord contact information.* Collaborate with real estate and construction and design departments to ensure compliance with lease obligations, the actual opening of a new retail location and ultimately payment of rent;* Assist with some data entry into lease administration database.* Review and analyze lease agreements and amendments to ensure accuracy and compliance with company policies and legal requirements.* Be able to communicate on a daily basis with Landlords and resolve any outstanding issues/discrepancies.* Maintain an open channel of communication and consistently follow up on important matters. WHAT YOU'LL BRING:* Must be able to adapt to job-related requirements pursuant to rules and regulations of Skechers.* Highly organized, detailed-oriented self-starter who can work independently and within a team environment.* Self-motivated with the ability to take the initiative, multi-task and remain flexible with changing priorities.* Possesses good organizational skills and can adapt quickly to unexpected changes.* Experience working in commercial (non-residential) real estate and reviewing contracts.* Ability to work effectively with all levels of an organization.* Ability to effectively communicate clear and concise ideas verbally and in writing.* Creative thinker who can bring innovative ideas and approaches to solve issues.* Highest professional standards and an impeccable record of integrity and honesty. REQUIREMENTS:* 1-2 years of experience in lease accounting or property management* Experienced with a public company, prior retailer a plusThe pay range for this role is $75,000-$85,000/yr USD.