Analyst, Lease Payables Jobs

Description:
Under close supervision, the Analyst, Lease Accounting Services processes rental payment charges based on lease provisions and corrects and adjusts the monthly recurring payment set-up as requested by the landlord, when required by lease. The Associate may interact with his or her supervisor several times a week, perhaps daily, to receive guidance and feedback. Many non-routine activities will require a supervisor’s advance approval.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES*
Own and oversee a portfolio of leases
Interpret and abstract lease language
Research, verify, and update monthly recurring rent payments using lease and rent file within Lucernex and SAP
Process invoices for annual reconciliations and monthly landlord billed utilities including, but not limited to, utility invoices, parking, lease required advertising, and storage agreements
Enforce lease provisions with the landlords
Reconcile ledgers to landlord records as needed
Respond to and resolve default notices with landlords
Set up new store payments in SAP for fully executed agreements
Process lease amendment and modifications and change of ownership requests
Maintain accurate contact information in Lucernex and SAP for all contact types
Perform requisite month-end and year-end close activities, including generating robust departmental reports and presentation decks
Research and process percentage rent invoices; verify set up of percent rent calculations
Proactively communicate issues and concerns with management
Promptly respond to communication from landlords via e-mail, fax, phone, or mail and track through ticketing system
Understand compliance controls and provide support for audit requests
Support the building of organizational capability through continuous improvement activities; recommend action to improve existing conditions and processes; identify improvement opportunities, generate ideas, and implement solutions
Manage relationships in a manner acceptable to others and to the organization
Actively participate in daily mail opening and sorting functions, when required
RELATED COMPETENCIES
Communication – Clearly conveys information to individuals or groups in a manner that ensures understanding and comprehends information from others
Managing Work – Effectively organizes and manages one’s time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently
Quality Orientation – Accomplishes tasks by considering all areas involved no matter how small; focuses on attention to detail; shows concern for all aspects of the job; accurately checks processes and tasks; being watchful over a period of time
BASIC AND PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE)
Associates degree preferred
At least 1-2 years of accounts payable analysis experience required
Proficiency in statement reconciliation preferred
Experience with legal terminology preferred
Experience with Lucernex and/or SAP software preferred
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, JOB SKILLS, ABILITIES
Proficient knowledge of Windows-based business computers and Microsoft Office programs; specifically, Excel, Outlook, and Word
Ability to read and comprehend legal documents
Proficient understanding of basic math functions (add, subtract, multiply, divide)
Ability to recognize discrepancies/errors in written/recorded data/information including the ability to initiate and respond to work errors in a professional manner
Ability to meet multiple deadlines and adapt to changing priorities
Proficient ability to communicate effectively with others using spoken and written English
Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with others; conducts working relationships in a manner acceptable to others and to the organization
Consistently demonstrates a commitment to GameStop policies and procedures, including but not limited to, attendance, confidentiality, conflict of interest, and ethical responsibilities