Remote Senior Manager, Lease Administration

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Cresa is a company dedicated to providing better real estate solutions for clients. The Senior Manager, Lease Administration oversees the onboarding and integration of lease administration portfolios, ensuring operational continuity and compliance across client portfolios.ResponsibilitiesLead end-to-end lease administration transition projects, including onboarding, offboarding, acquisitions, and dispositionsDevelop and manage transition strategies, project plans, timelines, and governance from initiation through steady-state operationsPartner with clients, internal stakeholders, technology teams, and external vendors to ensure successful project execution and service deliveryOversee lease data collection, abstraction, validation, migration, and integration across lease administration and accounting platformsReview and validate lease abstractions, financial reconciliations, and reporting for accuracy, consistency, and compliance with client requirementsSupport lease accounting compliance initiatives, including ASC 842 and IFRS 16 reportingSupport AI and automation initiatives within transition workflows, including lease abstraction, data validation, workflow automation and process improvement to increase operational efficiencyDevelop and implement operational workflows, transition procedures, governance models, and best practices to improve scalability and efficiencyIdentify and mitigate risks while assisting in change management efforts throughout the transition lifecycleSupport system implementations, upgrades, testing, workflow optimization, and reporting enhancementsMentor and develop team members, fostering collaboration and continuous improvementSkills5-7+ years of lease administration, commercial real estate or transition management experienceProven ability to lead large, complex portfolio transitions and multi-workstream projects in a fast-paced environmentStrong knowledge of commercial lease administration, lease terminology, lease accounting principles, and real estate operationsAdvanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis, including formulas, complex functions, data modeling and automationDemonstrated ability to analyze and manage large volumes of complex data and translate it into actionable insightsStrong project management, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skillsExcellent communication and client relationship skills, with a focus on delivering high-quality serviceBachelor's degree in Business, Real Estate, Finance, Accounting, or related fieldExperience with ASC 842 and IFRS 16 lease accounting standards and journal entry processExposure to AI assisted automation, workflow tools, or data processing technologiesSystems Experience with lease administration and accounting platforms such as MRI ProLease, Yardi, CoStar, Quarem, TRIRIGA, Tango, Lucernex, REAP, Visual Lease, Lease Harbor, LeaseAccelerator, LeaseCalcs and similar systemsPMP certification or equivalent project management experienceBenefitsOpportunity to be part of something bigger. To learn, advance, mentor and be recognized.Your voice will be heard, and you will be valued for both your individual and team contributions.We foster a supportive and inclusive work environment where all team members are encouraged to contribute ideas and share their expertise.We prioritize personal and professional growth and provide opportunities for advancement within the company.We believe in work-life balance and promote a healthy, positive, and enjoyable workplace culture.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.Company OverviewWith 1,350 employees and 55+ offices across North America, and supported by our global alliance with Knight Frank, Cresa is the world's leading commercial real estate advisory firm that exclusively represents occupiers and specializes in the delivery of fully integrated real estate solutions. It was founded in 1993, and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, US, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is http://www.traversrealty.com. Apply To this Job .