**Summary of Position (Job Purpose)** - _Major purpose and functions of the position._ The Lease Accounting Analyst is responsible for budgeting, forecasting, analyzing, and reporting occupancy costs for the enterprise. **Principal Duties and Responsibilities -** Primary _responsibilities listed in order of importance_ + Prepare monthly analysis and reporting of occupancy costs + Establish and maintain leasing schedules by GAAP (to include lease liabilities and right-of-use assets) + Generate month-end and quarter-end accruals through detailed analysis of accounts + Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations + Generate monthly budget vs. actual reporting including variance analytics for review by management + Assist with the monthly forecasting process to provide management with the most up-to-date financial projections + Prepare recurring monthly reporting as well as ad hoc analyses + Prepare annual occupancy budget + Collaborate with the budget department and other business owners to establish and validate budget assumptions and metrics + Develop and maintain budget templates and effectively incorporate changes based on trends and business needs + Prepare quarterly and annual audit schedules, and serve as primary contact with internal and external auditors in areas of responsibility + Assume responsibility for Sarbanes-Oxley compliance in the areas of responsibility + Evaluate and recommend process improvement changes + Support the daily operations of the Lease Accounting department **Minimum Requirements/Qualifications** _- Summary of knowledge, experience, and education required._ + BS in Business or related field + 1-2 years related experience + Excellent communication skills both written and verbal + Strong organizational and analytical skills + Advanced skills in Excel + Ability to assume initiative and work independently with minimal direction **Desired Qualifications** _- Desired but not required._ + Experience in the commercial real estate industry or related field