[Hiring] Lease Audit Sr. Manager @Cushman & Wakefield

Role Description

The Lease Audit Team operates within the Global Portfolio Lease Administration service line, supporting approximately 400 corporate client accounts and generating a significant stream of annual revenue. The team plays a critical role in driving financial accuracy, cost recovery, and value optimization across complex, global real estate portfolios.

Qualifications

• 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

Requirements

• 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
• 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
• 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
• Own, maintain, and continuously enhance the Lease Audit Team Playbook and standard operating procedures
• Oversee project tracking and reporting using tools such as Smartsheet, including:
• Active audit pipelines and project status
• Billing, receivables, and financial metrics
• Direct and drive the success of multiple client engagements
• Act as a player/coach by leading the team while independently managing complex audit assignments
• Ensure timely delivery of client-facing Lease Audit status reports (monthly, bi-monthly, or quarterly)
• Manage relationships with third-party auditors and vendors to ensure:
• Timely project execution
• Accurate reporting and billing
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, ensuring a high level of satisfaction throughout the audit lifecycle
• Represent the Lease Audit function in client pitches, onboarding discussions, and strategic meetings
• Partner with the Global Head of PLA, Americas PLA Lead, and GOS Finance to develop annual budget and forecasts for the Lease Audit function

Benefits

• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Health savings accounts
• Retirement savings plans
• Life and disability insurance programs
• Paid and unpaid time away from work
• Competitive pay based on eligibility factors

Company Description

Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.

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