Analyst - Property Administration
Description
Are you looking for a forward focus environment where you are continually challenged, and the atmosphere is affirming? Do you want to be a part of a team where you are often out of your comfort zone, but you wake up excited to come to work each day? How about a place where people are growing because they desire change and growth is modeled and expected?
WHO WE ARE:
Premier Trailer Leasing is a 'USA Today Top Work Place' and one of the largest trailer leasing and rental companies in the nation, specializing in long-term leasing and short-term rental services for over-the-road vans, flatbeds, refrigerated equipment and chassis with an inventory of 65,000+ trailers and a growing network of locations across the United States. At Premier you will find an environment where you are seen, heard and valued. Join us and experience what it means to live a culture of C.A.R.E!
JOB SCOPE:
The Analyst - Property Administration is responsible for the financial administration, compliance oversight, and operational coordination of a national portfolio of owned and leased properties across the United States.
This role ensures the integrity of lease administration, timely and accurate rent payments, regulatory compliance, general ledger reconciliation, and property-related financial reporting. The Analyst plays a critical role in supporting branch openings, closures, acquisitions, and ongoing portfolio optimization efforts while protecting company assets and ensuring operational continuity.
The position requires strong analytical capability, attention to detail, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a growing, multi-state environment.
This role ensures the integrity of lease administration, timely and accurate rent payments, regulatory compliance, general ledger reconciliation, and property-related financial reporting. The Analyst plays a critical role in supporting branch openings, closures, acquisitions, and ongoing portfolio optimization efforts while protecting company assets and ensuring operational continuity.
The position requires strong analytical capability, attention to detail, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a growing, multi-state environment.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lease Administration & Financial Management
- Prepare and ensure timely monthly rent payments to Landlords by the 1st of each month in accordance with lease terms.
- Monitor and track critical lease dates, including renewals, options, escalations, expirations, and termination notices.
- Prepare and reconcile property-related general ledger accounts and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Assist with intercompany entries related to property transactions.
Portfolio Compliance & Risk Management
- Manage and track multi-state business licenses and permit renewals to ensure regulatory compliance.
- Track and process annual insurance renewals, filings, and policy payments.
- Maintain accurate property documentation and ensure organized lease files and records.
- Support audit requests related to lease, property, and financial documentation.
Utility & Operational Coordination
- Coordinate utility transfers, service setups, and shut-off resolutions for new, acquired, or closed properties.
- Support new branch openings, relocations, and closures in partnership with Operations, IT, Finance, Legal, and other cross-functional teams.
- Track project progress and workflow through project management systems (e.g., Jira).
Financial Reporting & Analysis
- Assist in preparation of annual real estate budgets and forecasts.
- Provide monthly portfolio expense reporting and variance analysis.
- Identify cost trends and recommend opportunities for operational efficiencies and cost control.
- Support implementation and optimization of property management systems and processes.
Administrative & Organizational Support
- Maintain and update property management trackers and calendars.
- Organize and facilitate recurring property management meetings.
- Contribute to continuous process improvement initiatives within the Real Estate & Facilities function.
EDUCATION & MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Real Estate, Accounting, or a related field preferred.
- Minimum of four (4) years of experience in finance, real estate, property administration, or lease accounting.
- Experience supporting a multi-state or national property portfolio strongly preferred.
- Experience with general ledger accounting and financial reconciliations required.
- Property management or lease administration experience preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret lease language and financial data.
- High attention to detail with strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven, fast-paced environment.
- Self-motivated and capable of working independently while collaborating cross-functionally.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and uphold company policies, including those related to ethics, compliance, and professional conduct.
TECHNOLOGY SKILLS:
- Intermediate - Advanced Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, formulas, data analysis).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint), Great Plains a plus.
- Experience with workflow/project management tools (Jira or similar).
- Familiarity with centralized document management systems.