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Purpose of Job
The Real Estate Coordinator provides insights to Finance, Accounting, Operations, Facilities, and other internal functional groups to drive Interstate’s real estate strategy, ensuring the completeness, accuracy, compliance, and timely processing of lease payments.
Job Components
Lease Administration Maintain accurate records of lease agreements, renewals, and payment schedules within ProLease, including coordination of new agreements or extensions, general contract analysis, and the calculation and verification of periodic payments.
Payment Reconciliation: Review, code, and reconcile lease invoices, including Common Area maintenance (CAM) or other‑related charges.
Invoice Processing: Ensure invoices are accurate, authorized, and compliant with company policies, including maintaining and updating payment upload spreadsheets for processing to our Accounts Payable team.
Tenant & Vendor Communication: Act as liaison between internal teams, tenants, and leasing companies regarding payment issues or discrepancies.
Support cross-functional stakeholders in the development and execution of Interstate’s real estate strategy.
Assist in the calculation and communication of the annual lease, Common Area Maintenance (CAM), and real estate tax liabilities by location as part of the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) build.
Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Legal, Risk, Facilities, and Finance to support lease administration and accurate financial reporting.
Maintain positive relationships with all stakeholders (including external vendors) and reflect Interstate’s Purpose and Values.
Assist in developing and maintaining reporting tools and communication against key initiatives.
Contribute to process improvement efforts by identifying potential efficiencies and supporting implementation of approved initiatives.
Support achievement of departmental objectives while aligning with broader organizational goals.
Participate in or lead other projects and duties as required/assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting, or a similar field preferred.
3-5 years of professional experience preferred, lease experience is a plus.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Solid analytical and problem-solving skills,
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines independently.
Effective collaboration skills and ability to work with cross-functional teams.
Continuous improvement mindset and ability to identify and execute value-creating initiatives.
Proficient in the utilization of Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
Proficient in real estate management tools, such as ProLease or similar systems.
Familiarity with commercial real estate compliance requirements a plus.
Scope Data:
Supports oversight of all of Interstate Batteries' leases and assists with monitoring all owned properties for potential value opportunities.
Interact professionally with brokers, landlords, vendors, cross-functional team members, and all stakeholders.
Seek to optimize real estate related operating expenses and forecast/budget those expenses accurately.
Carry out all responsibilities in accordance with Interstate policies and applicable regulations.
Model Interstate’s Purpose and Values.
Work Environment:
Work is primarily performed in an indoor office setting with extended periods at a computer.
Regular physical activity includes manual handling, verbal communication, and auditory tasks.
Specific vision requirements include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Ability to work both onsite and remotely.
Travel may be required, but should be less than 10%
Note: We do not accept resumes from headhunters, placement agencies, or other suppliers that have not signed a formal agreement with us.
Interstate Batteries provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Interstate Batteries complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Interstate Batteries expressly prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, disability (mental and physical), marital status, military status, veteran status, citizenship or any other characteristic protected under applicable local, state or federal law.
Built to top industry standards, Interstate Batteries has been technician’s choice for 9 years and counting and is the No. 1 replacement brand battery in North America. Our business is powered by a Distributor network of 300 wholesale warehouses and backed up by more than 200,000 Dealers around the world as well as 200 All Battery Center franchise stores. Guided by a set of common values, we’re committed to enriching lives as we deliver the most trustworthy source of power to the world – now, and for generations to come.
At Interstate we are driven by our unique combination of proven experience, integrity and heart – determined to meet the needs of those we serve today, while thinking ahead to what they’ll need tomorrow. We are committed to standing behind everything we do and delivering the excellence that professionals trust.
Now over a billion dollar, privately held corporation, Interstate thrives on our innovation and our old-fashioned business principles – founded on treating others like we would like to be treated.
Our strong company culture and commitment to our employees have also earned us spots among the Top 100 Places to Work with the Dallas Morning News and on the list of Top 150 National Places to Work.
Three lines of business make up our enterprise, employing more than 1,700 team members nationwide.
--Interstate Batteries and Our Distributor Network
--Interstate Batteries Recycling, Inc.
--Interstate All Battery Center
