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Lease Administration & AR Specialist Position Overview The Lease Administration & Accounts Receivable Specialist is responsible for overseeing key aspects of tenant financial and lease administration activities with a primary focus on accounts receivable, collections, lease administration, tenant coordination and insurance compliance. This role serves as a key liaison between tenants and internal teams including Accounting, Asset Management, Leasing, and Project Management. Key Responsibilities Accounts Receivable (AR) Monitor AR aging reports and coordinate the timely handoff of delinquent accounts from Accounting for collection follow-up and resolution in accordance with company policies and procedures.

• Develop and execute appropriate collection strategies for past-due accounts including routine follow-up, payment arrangements, escalation, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive documentation of collection activities, correspondence, payment commitments, disputes, and account resolution efforts.
• Monitor payment commitments and ensure agreed upon payment arrangements are tracked through completion, escalating missed or broken commitments as appropriate.
• Partner with accounting, asset management, leasing and other internal teams to resolve receivables issues and facilitate timely collection.
• Draft, send, track and follow up on Promissory Notes, Demand Letters, Default Notices and other communication as necessary to support timely resolution of outstanding receivables.
• Maintain an accurate outside counsel directory, by state, to support efficient legal escalation and coordination.
• Identify tenant accounts requiring escalation and coordinate the transition of delinquent balances to outside legal, if appropriate, or other recovery processes.
• Manage and maintain records of all outside counsel communications related to outstanding receivables, defaults, disputes, and other legal matters.
• Review, validate and process outside counsel invoices and legal bills related to collections and other AR matters, ensuring charges are accurate, appropriate and consistent with agreed upon rates or arrangements.

Lease Administration and Tenant Coordination Coordinate with Asset Management, Leasing, Project Management and other internal teams regarding lease administration matters. Prepare lease amendments, renewals, extensions, terminations, property management agreements and other lease-related agreements. Prepare and issue tenant deficiency letters in coordination with Project Management, clearly documenting outstanding items, required corrective actions and applicable deadlines. Maintain a tracking log for tenant deficiencies and follow up with Project Management and other responsible parties to monitor progress through resolution. Coordinate the onboarding process for new tenants and ensure required documentation and information are provided in a timely and consistent manner. Prepare and distribute new tenant welcome packets, including the Company's W-9, Certificate of Insurance (COI) requirements/form, rent payment instructions, key contacts, and other applicable onboarding materials. Provide each new tenant with the Tenant Improvement (TI) Process document and related guidelines, including an overview of required steps, documentation, approvals, timelines, and key contacts. Insurance Tracking and Compliance Obtain, collect and maintain current tenant insurance documentation, including Certificates of Insurance (COIs) and other required evidence of coverage in accordance with leases and company requirements. Support acquisition and disposition due diligence by compiling tenant insurance information and providing requested documentation and reports.

• Provide periodic reporting to management regarding tenant insurance compliance, outstanding deficiencies, upcoming expirations and other material insurance-related issues.

Qualifications/Experience Bachelor's Degree 2-4 years of accounts receivable and lease administration experience. Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills. High degree of accuracy, accountability and attention to detail. Document drafting and business writing experience, including preparing professional tenant communications, collection correspondence, lease-related forms and other formal notices. Experience with Yardi Voyager or other commercial real estate accounting systems preferred. Location

• Position will be based at the corporate HQ in Franklin, TN.

About Us Community Healthcare Trust (CHCT) is a publicly traded real estate investment trust (REIT) focused on owning income producing properties associated primarily with outpatient healthcare services across the U.S. As we continue to grow, we're looking for hands-on, talented individuals who want to make a meaningful impact; individuals with proactive mindsets who thrive in a nimble, purpose-driven environment where their contributions are seen and valued.

NYSE:

CHCT;

Website:

chct.reit Send resumes to : Mr. Vince Barnes Human Resources Specialist Community Healthcare Trust vbarnes@chct.reit

Pay:

$55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) matching Flexible schedule Health savings account Opportunities for advancement Parental leave Professional development assistance Referral program Tuition reimbursement

Work Location:

In person