Senior Tax Manager, Property Tax – Strategic Valuation Services

Role Overview

• Conducts property tax reviews for DMA clients and has account management responsibility for assigned clients
• Responsible for all aspects of analysis and consulting related to complex personal property compliance projects and assessment reviews of machinery and equipment for industrial manufacturing, mining, oil & gas, communication, and energy property as well as implementation of tax savings recommendations and strategies and leading business development
• Coordinates the majority of client management during and after the review process
• Develops and maintains long-term client relationships, with a focus on expanding services and/or cross-selling as appropriate
• Interacts with internal Business Development groups to identify and develop property tax opportunities
• Conducts physical inspections of manufacturing, energy, communication, mining, and oil & gas facilities and meets with on-site management
• Presents findings and makes recommendations to clients
• Communicates with state and local taxing authority personnel to resolve issues via negotiations, appeals, and board hearings as necessary
• Maintains excellent knowledge of all real and personal property tax laws, rules, regulations, and court decisions
• Performs detailed industry and economic research (i.e., research comparable companies, review financial statements) to identify potential tax savings opportunities for clients
• Maintains a general understanding of other DMA service lines for cross-selling purposes
• Proactively researches complex tax issues and conveys this information to the SVS group and regional personnel as needed
• Participates in DMA Tax Community Events, as well as Regional and National Conferences, as a speaker or panel member illustrating expertise to the tax community
• Coordinates and reviews activities of Analysts, Consultants, and/or Tax Managers

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Industrial Engineering, or related field, coursework in Appraisal desired
• Additional credentials or certifications preferred
• 7+ years’ experience in property tax consulting, appraisal, or closely related field
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft office suite, specifically Excel
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to meet travel requirements of the job – up to 40%
• Valid Driver’s License

Benefits

• Employee stock ownership program eligibility begins on day one of employment (ESOP contribution is targeted at 6% of your annual compensation)
• Company paid parental leave
• Generous time off package
• Multiple benefit plans, eligibility begins on day one of employment
• Culturally focused on work/life balance, and the overall wellness of our employees