CBRE Group, Inc

Lease Audit Manager (Remote)

CBRE Group, Inc • $90K — $110K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Dallas, TX
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree preferred; 3-5 years of relevant experience considered equivalent.
  • Strong leadership skills to influence team performance and departmental success.
  • In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel for data analysis.
  • Extensive organizational skills with a proactive, inquisitive mindset.
  • Advanced math skills for complex financial calculations.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate full-scope and desk lease audits, from planning to reporting recoveries.
  • Act as the main liaison between clients, stakeholders, and audit firms to ensure effective audit progress.
  • Manage performance and deliverables of auditing firms on behalf of clients.
  • Facilitate resolution of lease-related questions by engaging relevant experts.
  • Track audit progress and present regular updates and key performance metrics.
  • Identify high-value audit opportunities and adapt approaches to align with financial objectives.
  • Oversee compliance audits and monitor the efficiency of audit processes.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to lead and influence a key function within a large corporate real estate portfolio.
  • Engagement with diverse stakeholders, enhancing professional network and relationships.
  • Focus on operational improvement and best practices in auditing processes.
  • Supportive team environment maintaining CBRE's RISE values.
Full Job Description
About the Role

As a CBRE Lease Audit Manager, you will oversee lease audit and cost recovery activities for a large corporate real estate portfolio. This role serves as the primary liaison between CBRE, third-party audit providers, and the client, ensuring audit programs are executed effectively, compliance requirements are met, and audit findings are tracked through resolution. You will provide leadership over internal and external audit partners, facilitate stakeholder engagement, and support broader lease administration and financial reconciliation activities.

This job is part of the Lease Administration function and is responsible for portfolio administration, daily operations, audit oversight, and managing relationships with internal and external customers.
What You'll Do
  • Coordinate and manage full-scope and desk lease audits, including audit planning, execution, issue resolution, and reporting of recoveries and cost savings.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact between the client, internal stakeholders, and third-party audit providers to ensure audits are progressing according to established timelines and objectives.
  • Manage the performance and deliverables of internal and external audit firms conducting lease audits on behalf of the client.
  • Facilitate resolution of questions related to lease language, operating expense recoveries, legal interpretations, and compliance requirements by engaging the appropriate subject matter experts and stakeholders.
  • Track audit progress, findings, savings opportunities, and key performance metrics, and provide regular status updates and executive-level reporting to clients and leadership.
  • Identify audit opportunities that provide the greatest value and recommend alternative approaches when work is not aligned with portfolio or financial objectives.
  • Oversee annual internal and business control standards compliance audits, as required.
  • Monitor, evaluate, and enhance audit processes and procedures to improve operational efficiency and program effectiveness.
  • Review and evaluate reporting to ensure audit deadlines, milestones, and deliverables are achieved.
  • Conduct portfolio evaluations related to operating expenses (OPEX), common area maintenance charges, and other lease-related financial obligations.
  • Support lease administration and audit functions through year-end reconciliations, operating expense reviews, and real estate insurance reconciliations.
  • Develop and maintain strong partnerships with clients, landlords, auditors, legal teams, lease administration professionals, and other cross-functional stakeholders.
  • Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values while influencing stakeholders to achieve shared business objectives.
  • Apply advanced knowledge of lease administration, lease audit practices, and commercial real estate operations to support team and departmental goals.
  • Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve day-to-day and moderately complex issues that may not be readily apparent within existing systems, processes, or lease documentation.

What You'll Need:
  • Bachelor's Degree preferred with 3-5 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered.
  • Ability to guide the exchange of sensitive, complicated, and difficult information, convey performance expectations and handle problems.
  • Leadership skills to motivate team impact on quality, efficiency, and effectiveness of the job discipline and department.
  • In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
  • Extensive organizational skills with a strong inquisitive mindset.
  • Advanced math skills. Ability to calculate difficult figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial related calculations.

About CBRE Group, Inc

CBRE is a vertically integrated global commercial real estate services and investment firm. The company was established in 1992 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, United States.

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Join the world-class team at CBRE Group, Inc, the global leader in real estate services and investment. At CBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture of innovation, diversity, and professional growth. Our team is composed of industry-leading experts who are passionate about shaping the future of real estate.

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CBRE is dedicated to the professional growth of its employees. With comprehensive diversity training and leadership development programs, we ensure that every team member has the resources to succeed. Our commitment to professional development is unmatched, offering continuous learning opportunities and career advancement.

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At CBRE, we understand that our employees are our greatest asset. That’s why we offer competitive benefits that support both your professional and personal life. Our inclusive culture champions diversity, encouraging a workplace where every voice is heard and valued.

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Learn more about CBRE Group, Inc
Size
105,000 employees
Market Cap
$23.8 billion
Industry
Real Estate & Construction
Net Income
$751.9 million
Founded
1906
5 Year Trend
+9.8%
Revenue
$23.8 billion
NASDAQ
CBRE
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