Senior Manager, Property Tax Commercial

Ryan Companies US, Inc.•Minneapolis, MN

2d•$138,000 - $185,350•Hybrid

About The Position

The Property Tax Senior Manager oversees Managers and staff providing property tax compliance, consulting, and appeal services for assigned clients. The role maintains client relationships and identifies property tax management and minimization opportunities. It leads annual property tax filings, reviews and evaluates appeal positions, makes appeal recommendations, and manages the appeal process for clients. Work includes enforcing policies and standards, researching tax issues, reviewing real and personal property valuations, negotiating assessment-reduction settlements, and preparing and presenting assessment appeals and supporting litigation. The Senior Manager also fosters positive team member experiences that support excellent client service and the Firm’s revenue and profit. The position directly supervises employees in the Property Tax practice and conducts supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Firm policies and applicable laws. The role requires analytical and problem-solving capabilities, strong interpersonal and communication skills, and effectiveness in research, database reconciliation, and detailed calculations. Successful team members are expected to embrace Ryan’s values: Pursue Excellence, Wired to Win, Generosity Matters, Build Trust and Integrity Always, and demonstrate accountability.

Requirements

University degree, college diploma, or equivalent in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Real Estate, Business Management, or another degree with an MBA, MST, or JD.
At least seven years of property tax-related experience.
Demonstrated leadership and problem-solving skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks, work on multiple assignments, and manage ambiguity.
Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and internet navigation and research.
Valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Appropriate valuation designations.
Maintain professional designations such as Certified Member of the Institute (CMI), Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM), or equivalent.
Active participation in professional organizations at the local and national levels.

Responsibilities

Create a positive team member experience.
Respond to client inquiries and requests from tax authorities.
Manage and monitor all aspects of the annual property tax cycle for assigned real and personal property accounts.
Apply expertise in annual compliance processes, valuation techniques, assessment reviews, jurisdictional matters, and client industries.
Schedule, coordinate, and lead status calls and client presentations, and update clients on compliance, reviews, appeals, and engagement status.
Lead the review and management of client audits conducted by tax jurisdictions.
Attend hearings, settlement conferences, and negotiations through settlement.
Review and manage client contract terms, service scope, and fees.
Manage client billing and ensure timely collection of receivables within 90 days.
Supervise and guide the team, including mentoring new Managers.
Ensure team compliance with Firm policies, practice guidelines, and standards.
Provide timely performance feedback and address, document, and escalate performance issues.
Distribute workload appropriately and hold team members accountable for assigned projects.
Participate in business development, client retention, and cross-selling efforts.
Participate in professional organizations and pursue speaking and writing opportunities to build eminence.
Perform other duties as assigned.