Contract Administrator
About The Position
The Contract Administrator, in the Accounting department, analyzes and negotiates contracts for leased properties and dispositions of major and complex lease transactions. The role also manages insurance liabilities by location and conducts cost analysis for the Liberty Tax Service Corporate Company Store business unit. The position drafts, reviews, and revises contracts and related documents; negotiates lease and other contract arrangements; conducts site evaluations; and supports the marketing and disposition of surplus space. It works with internal teams to ensure contracts comply with company policies, legal standards, and regulatory requirements, and maintains records, monitors obligations and milestones, identifies contract risks, prepares reports, and supports dispute resolution and modifications. The position is full-time and reports to the Commercial Leasing Supervisor. It is based at the corporate office, with the option for a hybrid schedule.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, law, finance, or a related field.
- 2–5+ years of experience in contract administration, procurement, or legal support.
- Knowledge of contract law and contract lifecycle management.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and contract management software.
- High school diploma/GED with 3 or more years of relevant experience and/or certification in a related field.
Nice To Haves
- Site selection experience.
- Commercial leasing experience.
- Project/facility management experience.
Responsibilities
- Draft, review, and revise contracts, agreements, and amendments.
- Negotiate new leases, renewals, extensions, assignments, buyouts, proposals, letters of intent, and other contract agreements as needed.
- Conduct site evaluations, negotiate terms and conditions, and market and dispose of surplus space.
- Ensure contracts comply with company policies, legal standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Coordinate with legal, procurement, finance, and project teams regarding contract terms.
- Maintain accurate contract records, files, and databases.
- Monitor contract milestones, deliverables, and expiration dates.
- Assist with contract negotiations with vendors, clients, and partners.
- Identify potential risks in contract language and recommend changes.
- Track contract performance and ensure obligations are met by all parties.
- Prepare reports related to contract status, renewals, and compliance.
- Support dispute resolution and contract modifications when necessary.
- Manage insurance liabilities per location.
- Conduct cost analysis for the Liberty Tax Service Corporate Company Store business unit.
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Job Type
Full-time
