Real Estate Lease Accountant -Temporary Role

Company Overview

Perry Ellis International, Inc. represents a diverse portfolio of lifestyle apparel brands. The Company, through its wholly owned subsidiaries owns and licenses nationally and with a brand portfolio of over 40 Brands domestically and internationally recognized brands including: Perry Ellis®, Original Penguin® by Munsingwear®, Laundry by Shelli Segal®, Rafaella®, Cubavera®, Ben Hogan®, Savane®, Grand Slam®, John Henry®, Manhattan®, Axist® and Farah®. The Company enhances its roster of brands by licensing trademarks from third parties, including: Nike®  for swimwear, and Callaway®, PGA TOUR®, and Jack Nicklaus® for golf apparel.

Job Title: Real Estate Lease Accountant (Temporary)

About Us:

Perry Ellis International, Inc. represents a diverse portfolio of lifestyle apparel brands. The Company, through its wholly owned subsidiaries owns and licenses nationally and with a brand portfolio of over 40 Brands domestically and internationally recognized brands including: Perry Ellis®, Original Penguin® by Munsingwear®, Laundry by Shelli Segal®, Rafaella®, Cubavera®, Ben Hogan®, Savane®, Grand Slam®, John Henry®, Manhattan®, Axist®,  and Farah®. The Company enhances its roster of brands by licensing trademarks from third parties, including: Nike® for swimwear, and Callaway®, PGA TOUR®, and Jack Nicklaus® for golf apparel. 

Position Summary 

Perry Ellis International is seeking a highly detailed and motivated Real Estate Lease Accountant for a temporary assignment. This role is critical in ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of the company’s real estate lease financial records. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing day-to-day lease accounting duties, maintaining capitalized lease rent schedules, ensuring compliance with specific SOX policies, and contributing to the month-end close process.

Key Responsibilities

• Lease Accounting Management: Oversee and manage day-to-day responsibilities of Real Estate Lease Accounting, including monthly entries for straight-line minimum rent and prepaid rent.
• Reconciliations: Prepare base rent, percentage rent, and CAM/tax reconciliations for a portfolio of over 100 landlords on a monthly and periodic basis.
• Tenant Improvements: Record and track tenant improvement allowances (TIA) for new leases.
• Month-End Close: Assist with the closing process for capitalized leases, including the preparation and review of journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
• Process Controls: Contribute to the development and enhancement of controls, accounting policies, and procedures to mitigate financial accounting risks.
• Research & Analysis: Perform technical accounting research and analysis of processes as part of special projects.

Qualifications

• Experience: A minimum of 4+ years of experience in a relevant and related accounting field.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, or a combination of education and relevant experience.
• Technical Knowledge: Competent knowledge of U.S. GAAP and internal controls is required.
• Problem Solving: Proven ability to identify and research technical accounting issues and document well-reasoned conclusions.
• Software Skills: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word. Knowledge of Hyperion Essbase is preferred.
• Availability: Must be able to work extended, non-traditional hours as needed during peak periods (month-end, quarter-end, and year-end reporting).

Personal Attributes

• Detail-Oriented: Strong attention to detail with a focus on researching issues, identifying risk, and solving opportunities.
• Organized & Disciplined: Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment with conflicting priorities.
• Independent & Adaptive: Ability to work independently, manage time and resources efficiently, and adapt quickly to a dynamic work environment.

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Perry Ellis International is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their individual background and characteristics. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment. This commitment extends to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, transfer, compensation, and termination. By submitting your application, you acknowledge and agree to the company's commitment to equal employment opportunities.

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