Title Lease Accounting Associate
Company Dollar Tree
Location of Position Chesapeake, Virginia
Summary of Position (Job Purpose):
Manage the financial aspects of a portfolio of approximately 650+ store leases.
Oversee, review, process, and approve lease-related financial transactions such
as Rent, Real Estate Taxes, Common Area Maintenance Charges, Insurance
Premiums, and other property-related operating expenses while developing and
maintaining a professional relationship with Landlords.
Successful candidates must possess the ability to analyze commercial retail
leases and payment information to determine compliance, identify potential
overpayments, and the collection of amounts due to the company as an outcome
of completed audit results. The ability to work in a fast-paced environment with
strong attention to detail and organizational skills are essential.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
Responsible for reviewing payment schedules in excess of $6.5 million per
month for assigned portfolio of stores.
Review and prepare invoices for recurring rent payments including
operating charges/reconciliations, rent/CPI increases, and any other
changes to rent amounts due to expansions, reductions and terminations.
Review and interpret legal documents for assigned portfolio of stores to
determine accuracy of operating expenses.
Perform desktop audits of landlord year end reconciliations to validate
accuracy in rental and ancillary charges, along with any cap requirements
and first year variances as per lease requirements.
Perform analysis of landlord statements and dispute incorrect charges or
unauthorized increases to operating expenses.
Review, research, and resolve past due account balance
reconciliations/default notices.
Perform historical audits.
Maintain database of assigned portfolio of stores to effectively monitor
workflow and track individual savings.
Resolve landlord disputes and critical issues as they develop through
effective collaboration with Landlords, the Manager of Lease Accounting,
and the Legal Department/Legal Counsel.
Assist with various projects as they arise.
Handle other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:
2 years minimum experience in commercial real estate or commercial
property management
Understanding of basic accounting; mathematical aptitude
Excellent analytical, problem solving, and communication skills
Proven experience building and maintaining relationships
Strong attention to detail and advanced organizational skills
The ability to successfully manage multiple priorities
Possess strong time management skills with the ability to respond to
changing deadlines with a sense of urgency.
Ability to work with little supervision
Strong PC skills and knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
required
This position requires an independent worker who takes initiative and provides
accurate, detail-oriented work
Experience in Real Estate or Lease/Contract Management desired, but not a
requirement
Full time
500 Volvo Parkway,Chesapeake,Virginia 23320
Accounting
Dollar Tree

At Dollar Tree, it’s really all about the thrill of the hunt. As a Fortune 150 company and one of the nation’s leading value retailers, we operate more than 8,000 stores and 25 distribution centers across 48 contiguous U.S. states and five Canadian provinces. We hunt the world over to find the most exciting merchandise for our customers, who are always telling us that they can’t believe the cool items they find in our stores are such a great value. From party supplies and home décor to health & beauty, seasonal items, food & snacks, and so much more, we offer a huge selection — everything you need and want for every day, every holiday, and every occasion — all at extreme values and with NEW items arriving every week!
We are experts in creative ideas and sound business management. For over 30 years, our philosophy and mission have not changed, yet we are constantly adapting to an ever-changing marketplace with innovative and creative ideas. We understand the value of a dollar, plus we understand the value of smart, innovative associates. Dollar Tree is made up of tens of thousands of talented people with the drive, imagination, and intelligence to help us continue our success — do you have what it takes to join Dollar Tree?