Manager, Property Tax

Forvis Mazars, LLP•Houston, TX

About The Position

The State and Local Tax team helps businesses address state and local taxation through technical expertise and client-focused support across income and franchise tax, sales and use tax, property tax, unclaimed property, and credits and incentives. The team aims to help clients minimize risk, improve compliance, and identify tax-saving opportunities. The Manager, Property Tax leads engagement teams and provides strategic guidance and oversight for large, multi-jurisdictional clients. The role oversees property tax compliance and consulting work, including tax calendars, fixed asset and inventory reconciliations, personal property renditions, assessment reviews and protests, and valuation-related projects. The manager also mentors team members and builds client and prospect relationships through responsive communication and trusted advisory support. Forvis Mazars, LLP is an independent member of Forvis Mazars Global. The firm provides assurance, tax, and consulting services in all 50 states and internationally. Its stated workplace commitments include relationships, learning, and supporting employees’ growth and well-being.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Taxation, or a related field.
At least 4.5 years of experience in public accounting tax, property tax, or SALT.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
Experience with CCH Intelliconnect, RIA Checkpoint, and/or BNA Tax research software.
Current and valid CPA, ASA, CMEA, CMI – Property Tax (from IPT) certification, or a JD or LLM.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Accounting, Taxation, or a related field.
Experience managing multi-state property tax compliance and consulting engagements.
Familiarity with indirect tax areas such as sales/use tax, unclaimed property, and excise tax.

Responsibilities

Lead property tax engagement teams and provide strategic guidance and oversight for large, multi-jurisdictional clients.
Oversee preparation and maintenance of tax calendars to ensure timely compliance and deliverables.
Manage fixed asset and inventory reconciliations to support accurate reporting and minimize audit exposure.
Direct preparation and filing of personal property renditions across multiple taxing jurisdictions.
Review property tax bills and assessments for accuracy and identify potential overcharges or tax-saving opportunities.
Coordinate and execute assessment protests, including valuation challenges and jurisdictional appeals.
Guide consulting projects, including valuation studies, obsolescence analyses, and resolution of duplicate assessments.
Mentor and develop property tax team members, fostering technical expertise and professional growth.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients and prospects through responsive communication, strategic insight, and trusted advisory support.