• Lease Accountant

    Bridge33 Capital (Chicago, IL)


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    Bridge33 Capital is a rapidly growing, vertically integrated real estate private equity firm focused on open-air retail real estate. The Company recently raised $458 MM in its latest opportunistic fund, marking a key milestone for the company.

     

    We are seeking a LEASE ACCOUNTANT who will be responsible for maintaining all data necessary to document and analyze the financial impact of all company leases. This is an in-person role based out of our Chicago office. Come make your mark as an integral part of Bridge33 Capital!

    MISSION

    We build relationships and create value where others don’t.

    KEY PRINCIPLES

    We’re Better Together | We’re Here to Serve | We crush our egos, and we have empathy for teammates | We stay positive | We embrace accountability, and we champion results.

    ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

    + Responsible for maintaining all recurring charges, square footage, tenant options, key lease provisions, and other critical dates within Yardi.

    + Analyze and abstract new leases, amendments, and other legal documents for a portfolio of properties.

    + Identify and escalate problematic lease language and work with Legal to resolve issues.

    + Maintain the integrity of the lease data points in Yardi, including regular review of reports to ensure the accuracy of lease data.

    + Determining and inputting rent, common area maintenance, and real estate tax amounts for new and existing tenants.

    + Calculate and process CPI increase for an assigned set of properties within the portfolio.

    + Process the percentage rent billings on a monthly basis while working with AR to resolve open items and tenant disputes.

    + Prepare monthly rent roll reports and serve as the point of contact for property management and internal inquiries.

    + Responsible for the initial setup and validation of acquired properties within Yardi.

    + Responsible for the GLA and occupancy data for multiple properties within the portfolio.

    + Maintain real estate database and files to ensure all required documentation, including legal documents and related correspondence, is property stored and accessible.

    + Review and post recurring monthly rents, tenant billing adjustments, and other reimbursable charges.

    + Track lease expiration dates and work with Property Management to make the necessary updates within Yardi.

    + Process tenant move ins and move outs and adjust the tenant ledgers as needed.

    Requirements

    QUALIFICATIONS

    + Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or general business concentration required

    + Minimum 5 years professional accounting/finance experience

    + 2 - 3 years’ experience in retail commercial real estate required

    + Ability to read and understand complex real estate based legal documents

    + Strong technology skills including proficiency in Yardi, Excel, and Microsoft Word with ability to quickly pick up other systems

    + Strong written and verbal skills

    + Possess skills, abilities and traits that align with the company’s Key Principles

     

    Benefits

    WHAT WE OFFER

    + Fast paced and dynamic work environment, including frequent interaction with the senior management team.

    + Generous paid time off policy

    + Company sponsored medical, dental and vision insurance.

    + Company paid life insurance.

    + Company paid short- and long-term disability insurance.

    + Paid parental leave.

    + 401k plan with Company match

    + 11 paid holidays

     

    The annual base salary range for this role is $74,000 - $96,000 and the role is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on individual and company performance.

     

    Bridge33 provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Bridge33 is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact our Human Resources department at [email protected].