Property Lease Controller at Sundry Foods Limited

Sundry Foods Limited is a food services company in Nigeria and have been in business since 2004. What started as a simple need to make great-tasting, healthy food accessible to all who want it at a price they can afford, has today grown to close to a 100 branches of food service brands across the country and still growing.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Property Lease Controller

Location: Rivers
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• Maintain a comprehensive database of property lease agreements, including key details such as terms, payment schedules, and renewal dates.
• Responsible for determining suitable methods for distributing utility and service expenses among occupants across the company's properties. Communicate these charges to tenants regularly to ensure complete cost recovery and maximize profitability for the company across its diverse locations.
• Facilitate communication and negotiations with landlords or leasing agents regarding lease terms, amendments, and terminations.
• Ensure strict adherence to lease terms and conditions, including rental payments and maintenance responsibilities.
• Monitor and track lease-related expenses, including rent, service charges, and utilities, and prepare accurate financial reports for management review.
• Assist in budgeting and forecasting lease-related expenses and income to support financial planning and decision-making.
• Implement effective credit control measures to ensure timely collection of rent and other lease-related payments.
• Monitor tenant accounts receivable and follow up on overdue payments, collaborating with the Accounts Receivable team to resolve billing discrepancies.
• Analyze lease-related costs to identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
• Develop and implement cost control strategies to optimize expenses associated with property leases, reviewing and approving lease-related invoices for accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies governing property leases.
• Maintain organized and up-to-date lease documentation, including agreements, amendments, and correspondence, and assist in audits and inspections to ensure compliance with lease terms.
• Demonstrate a commitment to safety and adherence to all company policies.

Person Specification and Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional certification (e.g. ICAN) is preferred.
• Proven experience in property lease management, credit control, costing and cost control.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Proficiency in financial analysis and reporting.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in data management.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Application Closing Date
28th July, 2024

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online