Lease Audit Sr. Manager

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Job Description

Team Leadership 

·       Lead and manage a high-performing, multidisciplinary Lease Audit Team, including:  

·       4 auditors responsible for full-scope lease audits 

·       1 Lease Audit Coordinator supporting operations, billing, and audit tracking 

·       Recruit, develop, and retain top-tier talent, fostering a results-driven and collaborative team culture  

·       Conduct annual performance evaluations and mid-year reviews, delivering actionable feedback and development plans  

·       Establish clear performance objectives aligned with business priorities and provide ongoing coaching, mentorship, and support  

·       Ensure quality assurance, consistency, and adherence to audit standards across all deliverables 

·       Celebrate success by sharing kudos, employee recognition, individual and team achievements, and facilitate regular line of sight to senior leadership 

Audit Billing Coordination and Preparation 

·       Oversee end-to-end audit billing processes, including:  

·       Preparation of client invoices 

·       Coordination with auditors, accounting teams, and internal/external stakeholders 

·       Monitor receivables, proactively manage delinquencies, and ensure revenue integrity  

·       Track and manage third-party audit firm billing thresholds and approvals  

·       Ensure timely payment to third-party vendors following client collections 

Process Development and Maintenance 

·       Own, maintain, and continuously enhance the Lease Audit Team Playbook and standard operating procedures  

·       Ensure alignment with evolving GAAP standards and Cushman & Wakefield policies  

·       Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, scalability, and service quality 

Project and Task Tracking 

·       Oversee project tracking and reporting using tools such as Smartsheet, including:  

·       Active audit pipelines and project status 

·       Billing, receivables, and financial metrics 

·       Ensure data accuracy and visibility to support operational decision-making and leadership reporting 

·       Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, ensuring a high level of satisfaction throughout the audit lifecycle  

·       Proactively identify risks and resolve issues through root cause analysis and solution-driven approaches  

·       Exhibit subject matter expertise through thought leadership, best practices, and insights on emerging trends and innovation 

·       Represent the Lease Audit function in client pitches, onboarding discussions, and strategic meetings  

·       Partner with brokerage and operational teams to support new business and client expansion initiatives  

·       Contribute to revenue growth by identifying and promoting innovative solutions and service enhancements  

·       Support business development efforts, contributing to approximately 15% of team capacity 

·       Partner with PLA Leadership to identify cross-sell opportunities and expand service offerings 

·       Assist with development of case studies that demonstrate successful outcomes for our clients 

·       Partner with the Global Head of PLA, Americas PLA Lead, and GOS Finance to develop annual budget and forecasts for the Lease Audit function 

·       Own achievement of annual Lease Audit revenue and profitability targets 

·       Monitor and analyze monthly and YTD financials prepared by GOS Finance, proactively addressing any negative variances 

·       Maintain strong cost control discipline to ensure efficient and profitable operations 

·       CPA required  

·       Proven experience in lease audit, financial analysis, or real estate accounting  

·       Strong leadership and team development capabilities  

·       Expertise in client relationship management and strategic account oversight  

·       Experience managing billing, accounts receivable, and revenue tracking  

·       Demonstrated ability in process improvement and SOP development (Playbook ownership)  

·       Familiarity with Smartsheet or comparable project tracking tools preferred  

·       Experience in cross-regional collaboration and global portfolio management  

·       Strong audit execution, review, and quality assurance skills  

·       Experience managing third-party vendors and external partners  

Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills 

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