Consultant, Real Property Tax

Ryan • Carlsbad, CA

9d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Property Tax Consultant works with a team to identify tax savings opportunities for clients and understand how clients compute each component of property tax. The work includes researching issues, reconciling databases, completing detailed calculations, and assisting the team as taxing authorities verify issues. The Consultant contributes to positive team member experiences, excellent client service, and the Firm’s revenue and profit. The role calls for analytical and problem-solving skills, strong people skills, and the ability to research, reconcile data, and perform detailed calculations. Team members are expected to embrace Ryan’s values of Pursue Excellence, Wired to Win, Generosity Matters, Build Trust and Integrity Always, and demonstrate accountability.

The position has no supervisory responsibilities. It is performed in a standard indoor working environment, with occasional long periods of sitting at a computer. The role involves regular interaction with employees, clients, and external vendors in person, by email, and by telephone. Independent travel of up to 10–20% is required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration/Management, Business Computer Information Systems, Economics, Engineering, Entrepreneurship, Finance, International Business, Public Administration, Real Estate, or another degree with a master’s degree in a business discipline or a JD.
• At least six hours of Accounting, Economics, Real Estate, or Finance coursework, with an overall GPA of 3.0 or higher and a major GPA of 3.25 or higher.
• Alternatively, a bachelor’s degree and one to three years of audit- or tax-related experience.
• Ability and desire to perform in a high-energy team environment.
• Demonstrated leadership and problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, work on multiple assignments, and manage ambiguity.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with professionals at all levels.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and internet navigation and research.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Nice To Haves

• Relevant work experience, such as internships, summer positions, or school jobs.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive team member experience.
• Respond to client inquiries and requests from tax authorities.
• Work effectively with clients and taxing authorities on a national basis.
• Attend client meetings and property inspections.
• Review client property tax records.
• Apply software knowledge to work efficiently with client data.
• Research tax issues.
• Prepare and review property reports and renditions.
• Analyze assessment notices and determine potential assessment reductions.
• File appeals.
• Determine tax liability for development projects.
• Work with tax incentive issues for clients.
• Interact frequently with team members.
• Communicate effectively through written and verbal channels.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Hybrid work options.
• Generous personal time off (PTO).
• 14 weeks of 100% paid leave for new parents, including adoption.
• Monthly gym membership reimbursement or gym equipment reimbursement.
• Benefits eligibility effective day one.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Tuition reimbursement after one year of service.
• Fertility assistance program.
• Eligibility for a four-week company-paid sabbatical after five years of service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level