Manager, Property Tax

Kroll • Richardson, TX

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About The Position

Our Property Tax Manager will supervise and work closely with a team of property tax compliance professionals at the Senior Associate and Analyst levels who are responsible for the preparation and filing of state and local property tax returns, reviewing assessment notices, and procuring, approving and processing property tax bills. As a Manager in Property Tax, duties will include initiating data requests (properties, accounts, assets) from clients and following up, setting up, maintaining, and overseeing the management of client data (Legal Entities, Properties, Accounts/Parcels, Assets), and reviewing, or assisting in the review of, client information for completeness and integrity. The role involves supervising the team to ensure all tasks are completed in a timely manner and deadlines are met, assisting with or having direct responsibility for the preparation and filing of property tax returns, the gathering and reviewing of assessment notices, and the procuring, approving, and processing of property tax bills. Additionally, the Manager will manage and monitor the team to maintain efficiencies and adherence to work plans established by upper management, helping the team Vice President coordinate and prioritize assignments and deadlines. The role also includes preparing or reviewing the estimated property tax liability accruals of the client, monitoring current laws, trends, and techniques relative to property tax compliance, researching and consulting with clients and assessors on various property tax issues, and maintaining positive client relationships to ensure all clients' needs are met. Staying informed on property tax procedures by participating in training sessions and educational opportunities, and providing feedback on the Sr. Associates and Analysts team members to the Team Vice President are also key aspects of the position. Essential traits include the ability to communicate and interact effectively with co-workers and clients, working knowledge of personal computer and multiple software applications including Intermediate MS Excel and MS Word, the ability to collaborate with leads and other team members, and demonstrating the ability to obtain technical expertise in the managed field. Experience in a Manager role and the ability to problem-solve and make educated decisions are also essential.

Requirements

• Ability to communicate and interact effectively with co-workers and clients
• Working knowledge of personal computer and multiple software applications used in job functions including Intermediate MS Excel and MS Word
• Ability to collaborate with leads and other team members
• Demonstrate the ability to obtain technical expertise in the managed field
• Experience in a Manager role
• Ability to problem solve and make educated decisions
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business or related field OR a minimum of six years related work experience
• Four to six years of Property Tax experience

Responsibilities

• Initiate data requests (properties, accounts, assets) from clients and follow up
• Set up, maintain, and oversee management of client data (Legal Entities, Properties, Accounts/Parcels, Assets)
• Review, or assist in the review of, client information for completeness and integrity
• Supervise team to ensure all tasks are completed in a timely manner and deadlines are met
• Assist with or have direct responsibility for the preparation and filing of property tax returns, the gathering and reviewing of assessment notices, and the procuring, approving, and processing of property tax bills
• Manage and monitor team to maintain efficiencies and adherence to work plans established by upper management
• Help the team Vice President coordinate and prioritize assignments and deadlines for team
• Prepare or review the estimated property tax liability accruals of the client
• Monitor the current laws, trends and techniques relative to property tax compliance
• Research and consult with clients and assessors on various property tax issues
• Maintain positive client relationships and ensure that all clients' needs are met
• Stay informed on property tax procedures by participating in training sessions and educational opportunities
• Providing feedback on the Sr. Associates and Analysts team members to Team Vice President

Benefits

• Healthcare Coverage: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Time Off and Leave Policies: Generous paid time off (PTO), paid company holidays, generous parental and family leave.
• Protective Insurances: Life insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, and accident protection.
• Compensation and Rewards: Competitive salary structures, performance-based incentives, and merit-based compensation reviews.
• Retirement Plans: 401(k) plans with company matching.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees