Tax Director, National Office (State & Local Tax - Property Tax)
About The Position
The Tax Director, National Office (State & Local Tax - Property Tax) leads property tax compliance, planning, and consulting services for clients with multi-state operations. The role oversees business personal property tax renditions, advises on tax strategies and valuation issues, represents clients in appeals and negotiations with local tax authorities, and provides guidance on reducing property tax burdens through proactive planning and compliance management. The Director conducts technical research on jurisdiction-specific laws, regulations, and valuation methodologies; develops compliance processes to improve accuracy, efficiency, and risk mitigation; and leads thought leadership on property tax trends, legal changes, and audit activity. The role also mentors and manages teams and collaborates with clients on property tax technology, data management, documentation, and appeal strategies.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Tax, Finance, Business, or a related discipline.
- Minimum 12 years of property tax experience focused on compliance, consulting, and valuation issues.
- Minimum 7 years in a managerial role involving clients and team members.
- Proven ability to generate leads, build relationships, and secure clients.
- Expertise in multi-state tax reporting, research, and planning.
- In-depth knowledge of property tax assessment procedures, valuation methodologies, and appeal processes across multiple jurisdictions.
Nice To Haves
- Certified Member of the Institute of Professionals in Taxation (CMI), JD, CPA, MAI, Texas Senior Property Tax Consultant, or Indiana Level III Assessor-Appraiser.
- Experience with complex property taxpayers, such as heavy industrial manufacturing, power and utilities, telecom, or oil and gas.
- Public accounting experience, especially Big 4.
- Proficiency in property tax software such as PTMS, Avalara, or ONESOURCE Property Tax; GIS systems; and data analytics tools such as Power BI, Alteryx, or advanced Excel.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage property tax compliance, planning, and consulting services for clients with multi-state operations.
- Oversee the preparation, review, and timely filing of business personal property tax renditions in accordance with local jurisdiction requirements.
- Advise clients on property tax strategies, including assessment reviews, valuation disputes, and exemption opportunities.
- Represent clients in appeals and negotiations with local tax authorities to resolve disputes and reduce assessed liabilities.
- Provide strategic guidance on minimizing property tax burdens through proactive planning and compliance management.
- Conduct technical research on jurisdiction-specific property tax laws, regulations, and valuation methodologies.
- Develop and implement property tax compliance processes that ensure accuracy, efficiency, and risk mitigation.
- Lead the development of thought leadership related to property tax trends, law changes, and audit activity.
- Mentor and manage high-performing teams, offering training, support, and performance development to junior staff.
- Collaborate with clients to implement best practices for property tax technology data management, documentation, and appeal strategies.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Generous PTO plan and paid sick time
- Flexible work arrangements
- 401(k) with profit sharing
- Wellness program
- Generous parental leave
- 11 paid holidays
- Eligible employees at certain levels may participate in a discretionary long-term financial incentive plan, subject to plan participation rules.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
