Director, Property Tax

Simon Property Group • Garland, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The position will be responsible for leading all aspects of the real estate and business personal property tax practice, including timely payment of property tax bills; evaluating property assessment levels and, if necessary, the filing of appeals; property tax budgeting; and researching and responding to matters involving property assessments and taxation. Simon is a global leader in retail real estate ownership, management and development and an S&P 100 company (Simon Property Group, NYSE: SPG). Our industry-leading retail properties and investments across North America, Europe and Asia provide shopping experiences for millions of consumers every day and generate billions in annual retail sales. Our portfolio includes assets of national and international renown - proven assets that are the preferred location for retailers. In addition to our high quality properties, Simon is also known for our strong balance sheet, a long-tenured and well-respected senior management team, and our innovative spirit, as reflected in a 50 + year history of successful retail real estate development, management, and leasing. Simon was named Fortune’s Most Admired Real Estate Company eight times. We have experienced an explosion of growth and innovation unprecedented in the industry and we look forward to Simon's future. Simon is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you require assistance or need to request an accommodation due to a disability, please email [email protected]. Please note this email is intended only for accommodation requests related to the application and interview process. Any other correspondence will not receive a response.

Requirements

• 10-12+ years of multi-state property tax and assessment experience including demonstrated success independently conducting complex property tax appeals for a multi-state portfolio
• Four-year undergraduate degree required, preferably in real estate, valuation, finance, or law
• Excellent analytical, communication, negotiation, and organizational skills
• Highly motivated, proactive and results oriented
• Strong valuation and financial analysis skills in the commercial real estate sector and the ability to work well within a team environment
• Proficient computer skills (i.e., Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)
• familiarity with ONESource preferred

Nice To Haves

• A professional designation such as MAI, ASA, CMI, CCIM, or JD preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead an assigned property tax portfolio to ensure compliance with real property ad valorem filings, audits, bill payments, and tax planning
• Performing independent Income/Expense valuation analysis to determine if assessments are equitable
• Preemptively conduct meetings with local assessing authorities to proactively seek appropriate levels of assessment and, when necessary, file appeals at the appropriate jurisdictional level(s)
• When necessary, lead and direct 3rd party consultants and attorneys to provide critical technical guidance in property valuations, appeals, and litigation using an in-depth knowledge of relevant statues, court decisions, real estate appraisal techniques, and local customs and practices
• Be able to effectively engage state and local tax assessing authorities independently or with 3rd party consultants on valuation matters
• Reviewing and approving property assessments and tax bills
• Preparing property tax budgets
• Research and respond to administrative matters involving property assessments and taxation

What This Job Offers

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