Property Tax Accountant 3 (Finance and Records Dept.)

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints•Salt Lake, UT

11d•Onsite

About The Position

This is an amazing opportunity to work as a Property Tax Accountant for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. This position is part of a team of seasoned property tax accountants who manage the property taxes of Church owned properties in the United States and Canada. An ideal candidate for this position will have strong accounting experience. Previous property tax experience is preferred and would be very helpful in this position. Experience with property tax software or working with databases is a plus. A typical day in this role involves gathering tax assessments, authorizing, and paying tax bills, entering data into a database, using Excel and Outlook, scanning, processing mail and performing simple analytics. This work has a seasonal fluctuation, and Fall is our peak season. There are dynamic challenges and rewards in helping professionally manage property tax compliance for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work for an incredible employer, be a part of an amazing team and assist in a meaningful way to advance the mission of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. If this sounds appealing to you, please apply.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics, business management, or related field.
4 years of applicable work experience.
Comprehensive working knowledge of property tax issues.
Ability to lead the work of other employees.
Ability to work as part of a team.
Problem-solving skills.
Analytical thinking skills.
Ability to meet deadlines.
Detail oriented.
Solid computer, word processing, and database management skills.

Nice To Haves

Previous property tax experience.
Experience with property tax software.
Experience working with databases.

Responsibilities

Prepares and reviews required property tax returns and related statements or records.
Maintains records of property tax assessments and tax payments.
Recommends financial actions that may lessen the organization's tax liability while meeting organizational goals and maintaining compliance with laws and regulations.
Researches and suggests responses to changes in tax laws, regulations, and guidelines.
Assists with audits as needed.
Performs work under minimal supervision.
Handles complex issues and problems, and refers only the most complex issues to higher-level staff.
May lead the work of others in the absence of the supervisor or manager and provide leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring to a subordinate group.