Lease Payments Analyst

JOB-10046361

Anticipated Start Date

4/27/2026

Location

Houston, TX

Type of Employment

Contract Hire

Employer Info

Our client is an American natural gas and crude oil pipeline company with headquarters in Houston, Texas. It is one of the largest publicly traded partnerships and a leading provider of midstream energy services to producers and consumers of natural gas, natural gas liquids (NGLs), crude oil, refined products and petrochemicals.

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented, proactive, and adaptable Lease Payments Analyst to join our Land Administration team. This role requires a solid understanding of land agreements—especially midstream surface leases and term right-of-way agreements—and a collaborative mindset. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic about learning, committed to professional growth, and capable of navigating complex land administration tasks with precision and confidence.

Job Description

• Review and interpret lease agreements to ensure accurate understanding of payment obligations and land use terms.
• Process periodic lease payments in a timely and accurate manner, strictly adhering to contractual terms to avoid missed or incorrect payments.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Land Representatives, Accounting, Operations, Financial Reporting, Audit, Legal, Commercial, Facilities, and Tax departments to resolve issues and ensure smooth operations.
• Maintain and update lease records including critical dates, payment schedules, land descriptions, and supporting documentation in the Land database.
• Utilize digital mapping tools such as Google Earth and ArcGIS to visualize land parcels, boundaries, and rights-of-way for accurate land rights management.
• Initiate and prepare lease renewals and terminations, including coordination with government entities such as the Texas General Land Office, Port of Houston Authority, and State of New Mexico.
• Interpret and communicate contract rights and obligations to internal stakeholders, ensuring clarity and compliance.
• Research pipeline facility information and calculate CPI adjustments for lease payments.
• Respond to ownership changes and payment inquiries, ensuring accuracy and professionalism in all communications.
• Review and manage both physical and digital lease files for monthly payment reporting and audit readiness.

Skills Required

• Proactive communication: Asks clarifying questions and seeks understanding before proceeding with tasks.
• Midstream land terminology expertise: Understands the nuances of midstream agreements and avoids reliance on upstream terminology.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency: Skilled in formulas, VLOOKUP, pivot tables, and data reconciliation.
• Ownership mindset: Takes initiative and full responsibility for assigned projects from start to finish.
• Strong organizational skills: Maintains clear documentation and can recall past actions with ease.
• Problem-solving ability: Capable of resolving complex issues involving multiple layers of errors or conflicting data.
• Familiarity with alignment sheets: Understands their role in land and pipeline operations.
• Multisystem fluency: Comfortable navigating and balancing workload across multiple platforms and databases.
• Direction-following discipline: Able to follow instructions accurately, even after multiple discussions or iterations.
• Attention to detail: Ensures precision in payment processing, recordkeeping, and contract interpretation.
• Experience with Quorum Land System or similar land administration software.
• Certificate in Land Management or equivalent professional credential.
• Knowledge of easement and ROW agreement setup and database management.
• Experience in Midstream Energy contracts, especially related to surface rights and Oracle systems.
• Membership in professional associations such as AAPL or IRWA.
• Commitment to self-learning and career advancement, demonstrated through continuing education or certifications.
• Strong interpersonal skills: Builds positive relationships easily and works well with diverse personalities.
• Flexible mindset: Comfortable navigating ambiguity and making sound decisions in gray areas.

Education/Training/Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in surface lease contract administration, land management, or accounts payable