Arkansas Talent Group is partnering with a well-established commercial real estate organization to identify a Property Accounting & Lease Administrator to join its accounting team in Little Rock, AR. Reporting directly to the CFO, this position will oversee lease administration and related accounting functions across a portfolio of commercial properties.
This role works closely with Property Managers and Assistant Property Managers and is ideal for someone who is highly organized, detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable taking ownership of multiple priorities.
What You Will Do:
- Oversee lease administration for commercial properties, including reviewing lease briefs and abstracts against executed lease documents for accuracy
- Set up new leases and amendments in Yardi, including recovery profiles, critical dates, rent escalations, and other lease information
- Manage and track critical lease dates, including expirations, renewals/options, escalations, and terminations
- Review and approve lease commission invoices
- Process tenant move-outs and apply or transfer security deposits
- Oversee and review annual Common Area Maintenance (CAM) reconciliations for managed properties
- Process monthly rent escalations and maintain CPI information used in escalation calculations
- Set up and post tenant promissory note charges included in leases and amendments
- Assist with new property setup, including units and square footage
- Collect and enter gross sales information from retail tenants
- Maintain accurate and current tenant and lease contact information
- Coordinate and track annual real estate tax payments
- Ensure appropriate accounting procedures, internal controls, and audit requirements are followed
- Partner closely with accounting and property management teams to ensure accurate information and responsive service
- Assist with bank deposits, special projects, and additional accounting responsibilities as needed
What You Will Have:
- Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience
- 2–5 years of accounting experience
- Ability to learn to read, interpret, and understand commercial lease agreements
- Property management, commercial real estate, or lease administration experience is a plus, but not required
- Experience with Yardi or similar property management software preferred
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities
- Proactive, dependable, and comfortable working across accounting and property management functions
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to handle confidential financial information
Perks:
- 3 weeks PTO + paid holidays
- Excellent health coverage
- 401(k) match up to 4% with immediate vesting
- Annual profit-sharing bonus
- Employer-paid life & long-term disability insurance
- HSA/FSA + dental, vision & supplemental insurance options
- Potential future equity/buy-in opportunities
- Growth opportunity to CFO
- Employee access to select investment opportunities
For more information, please apply directly or contact Jennifer Thompson via LinkedIn.
Arkansas Talent Group is a Permanent Placement Recruiting Firm, all considerations will be held confidential.