Job Description
Are you ready to play a critical role at the heart of our wireless communications infrastructure?
At Array Digital Infrastructure, a TDS Company, we're looking for a detail-driven Real Estate Analyst to help manage and optimize the foundation of our nationwide operations. In this role, you will be responsible for interpreting real estate leases and managing rent and all associated property-related payments. With your sharp eye, you will update our real estate system with lease administration information—ensuring data integrity and identifying opportunities to boost efficiency and drive process improvements.
You will also maintain financial relationships with landlords and determine accurate computations for rental charges, Common Area Maintenance (CAM), property tax, and tenant improvement allowances.
The Real Estate Analyst will lead the charge on our real estate budget, handle Certificates of Insurance (COI) requests, manage option payments, and own team metrics and reporting to keep performance targets on track.
This role follows a hybrid schedule, with on-site work at our Chicago, IL office Monday through Wednesday, and the flexibility to work remotely from a home office on Thursdays and Fridays.
Responsibilities:
Accurately input lease information into lease management systems or databases.
Maintain Real Estate system for over 10K leases in accordance with SOX and accounting controls.
Organize and maintain digital and physical copies of lease files, abstracts, and related documentation.
Ensure accuracy and consistency of lease data; flag discrepancies, missing information, or conflicting terms for resolution.
Ensure compliance of lease insurance obligations, process certificates of insurance, and administer various lease changes.
Assist in ensuring compliance with lease terms and support internal reporting on lease obligations and timelines.
Analyze complex lease language to interpret financial and legal obligations and summarize them in a clear, concise format.
Review and extract key data points from lease documents, amendments, and other legal agreements, including rent schedules, term dates, renewal options, expense obligations, and critical clauses.
Analyze and reconcile lease-related Operating Expense, identifying exceptions to lease provisions.
Analyze and assess business results and identify, recommend, and drive process improvements.
Create models and collaborate with business partners to develop assumptions, and driving to targets.
Provide direction, support, and training to key business partners. Work with legal, finance, property management, and leasing teams to clarify lease terms, support audits, or assist in due diligence.
Identify industry trends that impact our ability to provide needed financial expertise to our business partners.
Create ad hoc real estate reports when requested from the field and other internal and external clients.
Resolve financial lease issues between internal or external parties.
Reconcile tenant improvement allowances and property tax reimbursements to ensure accurate billing by USCC’s landlords.
Ensure rent payments of about $150M annually are processed.
Ensure tenants invoices of about $100M annually are processed
Perform special projects as assigned.
Qualifications:
Required Qualifications
Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Finance or a related field -OR- 4+ years equivalent work experience
1+ years of experience in a real estate or finance related field.
1+ year of experience analyzing and aggregating large financial data sets
Other Qualifications
Experience with SAP and Tririga preferred
Experience with lease abstraction
Proficiency in Excel, including using and creating formulas
Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills, coupled with strong written and oral communication skills
Do you meet the Required Qualifications but are unsure if your experience aligns with the Other Qualifications? We encourage you to apply! Research shows that many candidates hesitate to apply unless they meet 100% of the qualifications, even when they possess the skills and experience needed to succeed in the role. Experience and skills come in many forms, and they may not always match exactly what’s listed on paper, but they can still lead to success. If you meet the Required Qualifications and believe you have the potential to thrive in this role, we encourage you to apply today!
Benefits
We believe in taking care of our team, which is why we offer comprehensive benefits to support your health, financial well-being, and overall happiness. Join us and experience a work environment where your well-being is a top priority!
Associates scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week have access to:
Medical Coverage
Dental Coverage
Vision Coverage
Life Insurance
401(k) Plan
Generous Vacation & Paid Sick Leave
Seven Paid National Holidays & One Floating Holiday
Paid Parental Leave (6 weeks after 12 months of employment)
Adoption & Surrogacy Assistance
Employee Assistance & Wellness Programs
Commuter Program Benefit
Associates working 30 or more hours per week additionally have access to:
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Education Assistance
Paid Volunteer Time
In addition to these benefits, all associates will have the opportunity to participate in our Associate Resource Groups, which are designed to encourage community and facilitate professional development.
Who is Array Digital Infrastructure?
Array Digital Infrastructure, Inc. is a leading owner and operator of shared wireless communications infrastructure in the United States. With over 4,400 cell towers in locations from coast to coast, Array enables the deployment of 5G and other wireless technologies throughout the country.
Headquartered in Chicago, Array is an approximately 81% owned subsidiary of Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. and was formerly known as United States Cellular Corporation (UScellular). Founded in 1969, Telephone and Data Systems provides wireless infrastructure and broadband services through its businesses including Array and TDS Telecom. Visit tdsinc.com.
At Array Digital Infrastructure, we are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and value the difference of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives in our workforce. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, ****** orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.
Pay Transparency
The pay range for this position is $53,300 - $95,300. The pay range reflects the minimum and maximum base salary. Actual offers will be based on factors such as skills, qualifications, experience, location, and role-specific competencies. Some positions may also offer additional compensation, such as bonuses or equity awards.
Pay Range (Hr./Yr.): $53,300.00/Yr. - $95,300.00/Yr.
At Array Digital Infrastructure, a TDS Company, we're looking for a detail-driven Real Estate Analyst to help manage and optimize the foundation of our nationwide operations. In this role, you will be responsible for interpreting real estate leases and managing rent and all associated property-related payments. With your sharp eye, you will update our real estate system with lease administration information—ensuring data integrity and identifying opportunities to boost efficiency and drive process improvements.
You will also maintain financial relationships with landlords and determine accurate computations for rental charges, Common Area Maintenance (CAM), property tax, and tenant improvement allowances.
The Real Estate Analyst will lead the charge on our real estate budget, handle Certificates of Insurance (COI) requests, manage option payments, and own team metrics and reporting to keep performance targets on track.
This role follows a hybrid schedule, with on-site work at our Chicago, IL office Monday through Wednesday, and the flexibility to work remotely from a home office on Thursdays and Fridays.
Responsibilities:
Accurately input lease information into lease management systems or databases.
Maintain Real Estate system for over 10K leases in accordance with SOX and accounting controls.
Organize and maintain digital and physical copies of lease files, abstracts, and related documentation.
Ensure accuracy and consistency of lease data; flag discrepancies, missing information, or conflicting terms for resolution.
Ensure compliance of lease insurance obligations, process certificates of insurance, and administer various lease changes.
Assist in ensuring compliance with lease terms and support internal reporting on lease obligations and timelines.
Analyze complex lease language to interpret financial and legal obligations and summarize them in a clear, concise format.
Review and extract key data points from lease documents, amendments, and other legal agreements, including rent schedules, term dates, renewal options, expense obligations, and critical clauses.
Analyze and reconcile lease-related Operating Expense, identifying exceptions to lease provisions.
Analyze and assess business results and identify, recommend, and drive process improvements.
Create models and collaborate with business partners to develop assumptions, and driving to targets.
Provide direction, support, and training to key business partners. Work with legal, finance, property management, and leasing teams to clarify lease terms, support audits, or assist in due diligence.
Identify industry trends that impact our ability to provide needed financial expertise to our business partners.
Create ad hoc real estate reports when requested from the field and other internal and external clients.
Resolve financial lease issues between internal or external parties.
Reconcile tenant improvement allowances and property tax reimbursements to ensure accurate billing by USCC’s landlords.
Ensure rent payments of about $150M annually are processed.
Ensure tenants invoices of about $100M annually are processed
Perform special projects as assigned.
Qualifications:
Required Qualifications
Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Finance or a related field -OR- 4+ years equivalent work experience
1+ years of experience in a real estate or finance related field.
1+ year of experience analyzing and aggregating large financial data sets
Other Qualifications
Experience with SAP and Tririga preferred
Experience with lease abstraction
Proficiency in Excel, including using and creating formulas
Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills, coupled with strong written and oral communication skills
Do you meet the Required Qualifications but are unsure if your experience aligns with the Other Qualifications? We encourage you to apply! Research shows that many candidates hesitate to apply unless they meet 100% of the qualifications, even when they possess the skills and experience needed to succeed in the role. Experience and skills come in many forms, and they may not always match exactly what’s listed on paper, but they can still lead to success. If you meet the Required Qualifications and believe you have the potential to thrive in this role, we encourage you to apply today!
Benefits
We believe in taking care of our team, which is why we offer comprehensive benefits to support your health, financial well-being, and overall happiness. Join us and experience a work environment where your well-being is a top priority!
Associates scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week have access to:
Medical Coverage
Dental Coverage
Vision Coverage
Life Insurance
401(k) Plan
Generous Vacation & Paid Sick Leave
Seven Paid National Holidays & One Floating Holiday
Paid Parental Leave (6 weeks after 12 months of employment)
Adoption & Surrogacy Assistance
Employee Assistance & Wellness Programs
Commuter Program Benefit
Associates working 30 or more hours per week additionally have access to:
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Education Assistance
Paid Volunteer Time
In addition to these benefits, all associates will have the opportunity to participate in our Associate Resource Groups, which are designed to encourage community and facilitate professional development.
Who is Array Digital Infrastructure?
Array Digital Infrastructure, Inc. is a leading owner and operator of shared wireless communications infrastructure in the United States. With over 4,400 cell towers in locations from coast to coast, Array enables the deployment of 5G and other wireless technologies throughout the country.
Headquartered in Chicago, Array is an approximately 81% owned subsidiary of Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. and was formerly known as United States Cellular Corporation (UScellular). Founded in 1969, Telephone and Data Systems provides wireless infrastructure and broadband services through its businesses including Array and TDS Telecom. Visit tdsinc.com.
At Array Digital Infrastructure, we are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and value the difference of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives in our workforce. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, ****** orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.
Pay Transparency
The pay range for this position is $53,300 - $95,300. The pay range reflects the minimum and maximum base salary. Actual offers will be based on factors such as skills, qualifications, experience, location, and role-specific competencies. Some positions may also offer additional compensation, such as bonuses or equity awards.
Pay Range (Hr./Yr.): $53,300.00/Yr. - $95,300.00/Yr.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Real Estate analyst position is now open for candidates interested in the Back Office Jobs sector. This role in Chicago offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Back Office Jobs is a plus.
