Senior Associate, CAM Analysis

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Los Angeles, CA
90K-120K Annually
1-3 Years Experience
Real Estate
The Role
The Senior Associate, CAM Analysis will manage tenant recovery activities for commercial properties, including calculating estimated CAM, Tax, and Insurance charges, conducting reconciliations, budgeting recovery income, and providing financial reports. The role involves collaboration with Lease Administration and Property Management to ensure accurate reconciliations and billing, as well as auditing expenses related to CAM and related costs.
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ABOUT CIM GROUP:

CIM is a community-focused real estate and infrastructure owner, operator, lender, and developer. Our team of experts works together to identify and create value in real assets, benefiting the communities in which we invest. Back in 1994, our three founders focused on projects in Southern California neighborhoods. Today, we are a diverse team of 1,000+ employees with projects across the Americas. Our projects have delivered jobs; created comfortable places to live, work, and relax; and provided necessary and sustainable infrastructure. Our focus on enhancing communities is unwavering, and we strive to make an even greater impact in the years to come. Join us and make an impact today!


POSITION PURPOSE:

This position is responsible for the managing all tenant recoveries activities for commercial properties. Key duties include calculating estimated CAM, Tax and Insurance, and other charges, conducting annual reconciliations, budgeting the recovery income, calculating monthly escrows and administering quarterly CAM accruals.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Analyze and reconcile CAM expenses including Common Area Maintenance, Tax, Insurance and other charges annually, ensuring accuracy and compliance with lease agreements.
  • Collaborate closely with Lease Administration, Property Accounting and Property Management to ensure accurate and timely CAM reconciliation and estimate calculations.
  • Review the lease setups in Yardi, with Lease Admin and third-party lease administrator to ensure accuracy.
  • Maintain supporting schedules and related files necessary to facilitate system generated CAM calculations and estimated billings.
  • Facilitate and support the setup and deployment of a new CAM reconciliation model in Recoveries Module in Yardi Voyager, including transitions for CAM reconciliation setups.
  • Establish the budget for CAM and other recoverable income, ensuring the expenses align with budgeted expenses, make necessary adjustments and providing the forecasts within the budget scope.
  • Calculate monthly CAM escrow estimates for future years based on historical billings, contractual obligations and projected expenses.
  • Perform key control activities and provide audit support associated with all CAM related charges.
  • Provide detailed breakdowns and explanations of CAM charges to tenants, addressing any inquiries or disputes in timely and professional manner.
  • Provide financial reports related to CAM charges, including variance analysis, CIE, actuals vs budget comparisons and expense tracking and ad-hoc qualitative and quantitative analysis or reporting requests.
  • Audit and verify expenses related to CAM, Utilities, Insurance, Taxes and other operating costs to ensure accuracy in CAM billings.
  • Ensure the recoverable CAM expenses are accurately allocated to tenants in line with lease agreements and within required deadline.
  • Identify and recommend improvements to CAM processes, procedures and billing to ensure efficiency and accuracy.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • None

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: (including certification, licenses, etc.)

  • 2-3 years’ experience in real estate accounting or financial analysis, with a focus on CAM charges in a commercial asset setting.
  • Experience in Yardi Voyager or comparable property management software.
  • Prior experience with Triple Net Leasing, Gross Lease, Base Year Tenants.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel and Word.
  • Ability to review and interpret lease language.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of property accounting and CAM principles.
  • Ability to operate standard office equipment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

  • Ability to read, analyze and interpret complex agreements.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to read and comprehend complex instructions, correspondence and memos.
  • Ability to effectively present information to customers, clients and other employees of the organization.
  • Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills.
  • Ability to manage deadlines, work under pressure and resolve tenant disputes.
  • Excellent teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and contribute to group initiatives and special projects.
  • Strong work ethic, a high level of integrity and the desire to take initiative.
  • Ability to apply common-sense understanding to follow instructions and solve practical problems.
  • Experience in budget processes in commercial real estate field is a plus.

PERFORMANCE METRICS:

  • Accuracy and quality of the work produced.
  • Timeliness in delivering completed tasks and projects.
  • Feedback from clients, peers, customers and other relevant stakeholders on the individual’s effectiveness.
  • Contribution in the team and collaborative efforts.

WHAT CIM OFFERS:

At CIM, we believe our success stems from our collective efforts, and we are committed to providing well-rounded support and resources for our employees. In addition to a competitive compensation plan, CIM offers a comprehensive benefits program for employees to thrive both inside and outside of work. Eligible employees can enjoy a wide range of benefits, including:

• A variety of Medical, dental, and vision benefit plans

• Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution

• Company paid life and disability insurance

• 401(k) savings plan, with company match

• Comprehensive paid time off, including: vacation days, 10 designated holidays, sick time, and bereavement leave

• Up to 16 hours of volunteer time off

• Up to 16 weeks of Paid Parental Leave

• Ongoing professional development programs

• Wellness program, including monthly and quarterly prizes

• And more!


Actual base salary considers several factors including but not limited to geography, job-related knowledge, experience, and budget. The start of the salary range is typically associated with the minimum experience required. At CIM, base pay is one part of the total compensation package. This role is eligible for bonus pay in addition to base salary. The anticipated base salary range for the position in Los Angeles, California is $90,000 - $120,000. ​


HOW WE FEEL ABOUT DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION:

At CIM Group, we believe that the unique perspectives and backgrounds of our employees enhance everything we do. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diversity is not only respected but celebrated. We strive to ensure that our workplace is free from discrimination and harassment, allowing everyone to contribute meaningfully and feel a sense of belonging. As an equal opportunity employer, we strictly prohibit any form of unlawful discrimination and adhere to the laws enforced by the EEOC. Our goal is to provide a safe and supportive environment where all employees can grow and make impactful contributions together.

 

*Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on CIM Group. Please inform our Talent team if you need any assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.



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Yardi Voyager
The Company
Bethesda, MD
878 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 1994

What We Do

CIM is a community-focused real estate and infrastructure owner, operator, lender and developer. Our in-house team of experts works together to identify and create value in real assets, benefiting the communities in which we invest. Back in 1994, our three founders focused on projects in Southern California neighborhoods. Today, we’re a diverse team of more than 990 employees with projects across the Americas. Our projects have delivered jobs; created comfortable places to live, work and relax; and provided necessary and sustainable infrastructure. Our focus on enhancing communities is unwavering, and we’re striving to make an even greater impact in the years to come.

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