Director, Property Tax

CO-CAN DuCharme, McMillen & Associates Canada, LTD.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership

ESOP from day one

6% ESOP contribution

Generous time off

Wellness programs

Job summary

DMA, an employee-owned firm, seeks a Director to lead property tax services for Real Estate and/or Business Personal Property assessments. You will manage processes, personnel, and client engagements to maximize tax savings and provide state and local tax consulting services.

You’ll recruit top talent, drive performance, and ensure best practices while growing revenue from client accounts; participate in forecasting, budgeting, and business development, including representing DMA at industry

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Real Estate, Finance, or a related field
• 10+ years professional experience; property tax, valuation, or accounting preferred
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, demonstrated problem-solving

Responsibilities

• Participate in the talent acquisition process for the team to add top talent
• Provide leadership, direction, and guidance to coach, motivate, and lead team members to their optimum performance levels and career development
• Ensures the operation’s adoption of, and adherence to, best practices and client service principles; for themselves and team members
• Focus team activities on prudent financial management with a goal of profit margin enhancement; meet set goals on production and revenue generation from assigned client accounts
• Participate in production/revenue forecasting, financial modeling, strategic planning and budgeting as requested
• Assist in growing office, region, and division from a market-share and financial perspective
• Provide service to clients in the assessment review process, including representing clients during appeals and hearings with State and Local taxing authorities
• Prepares reports and analyses supporting DMA’s position for State and Local taxing authorities; reviews and submits periodic status reports to clients; prepares Reports of Findings and other general correspondence for clients
• Uses DMA templates or valuation models for property valuation, fixed asset reconciliation or classification, determine client’s prior methodologies, identify exemptions and abatements, identifying and reporting potential tax savings opportunities
• Attend on-site inspection of client property (plants and operations)
• Active participation in business development activities - including identifying, scoping and developing customized solutions for new and prospective clients, as well as meeting with potential prospects; ability to communicate DMA’s other service lines to prospects
• Account management responsibilities for assigned clients – developing, sustaining and enhancing relationships with DMA clients and prospects
• Participation in DMA & Industry tax community events and other forums as a public speaker, panelist or other representative of the company to create marketplace awareness and facilitiate educational opportunities to our clients and prospects
• Assist in production and invoicing process
• Track and monitor all relevant jurisdictional deadlines associated with return filings, audits, informal and formal appeals & protests, mailing & payment dates for tax bills
• Research and follow industry or market activity/trends in assigned geographic area
• Research and follow state and local tax issues, legislation, court cases, etc.

Skills

Leadership

Talent acquisition

Team management

Financial modeling

Client service

Communication

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Real Estate/Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Word

Job description

As an employee-owned company, DMA prioritizes employees. Low turnover rates and tenured teams are living proof: 2025 Great Places to Work Certified Employee stock ownership program eligibility begins day one of employment. ESOP contribution is targeted at 6% of your annual compensation. Generous time off plans. Leadership team invested in the development, success, and happiness of our employees. We focus on work-life balance, and the overall wellness of our employees.

Position Summary

The Director is responsible for the provision of property tax services to DMA’s clients including managing processes and personnel in the operation’s performance of Real Estate and/or Business Personal Property assessment reviews for DMA clients, to achieve maximum tax savings and provide other state and local tax consulting services.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Participate in the talent acquisition process for the team to add top talent
• Provide leadership, direction, and guidance to coach, motivate, and lead team members to their optimum performance levels and career development
• Ensures the operation’s adoption of, and adherence to, best practices and client service principles; for themselves and team members
• Focus team activities on prudent financial management with a goal of profit margin enhancement; meet set goals on production and revenue generation from assigned client accounts
• Participate in production/revenue forecasting, financial modeling, strategic planning and budgeting as requested
• Assist in growing office, region, and division from a market-share and financial perspective
• Provide service to clients in the assessment review process, including representing clients during appeals and hearings with State and Local taxing authorities
• Prepares reports and analyses supporting DMA’s position for State and Local taxing authorities; reviews and submits periodic status reports to clients; prepares Reports of Findings and other general correspondence for clients
• Uses DMA templates or valuation models for property valuation, fixed asset reconciliation or classification, determine client’s prior methodologies, identify exemptions and abatements, identifying and reporting potential tax savings opportunities
• Attend on-site inspection of client property (plants and operations)
• Active participation in business development activities - including identifying, scoping and developing customized solutions for new and prospective clients, as well as meeting with potential prospects; ability to communicate DMA’s other service lines to prospects
• Account management responsibilities for assigned clients – developing, sustaining and enhancing relationships with DMA clients and prospects
• Participation in DMA & Industry tax community events and other forums as a public speaker, panelist or other representative of the company to create marketplace awareness and facilitiate educational opportunities to our clients and prospects
• Assist in production and invoicing process
• Track and monitor all relevant jurisdictional deadlines associated with return filings, audits, informal and formal appeals & protests, mailing & payment dates for tax bills
• Research and follow industry or market activity/trends in assigned geographic area
• Research and follow state and local tax issues, legislation, court cases, etc.

Non-Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform other duties as assigned

Education and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Real Estate, Finance, Economics, or a related field
• 10+ years professional experience; property tax, valuation, or accounting preferred
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, demonstrated problem-solving
• Organizational, research and interpersonal skills required
• Proven ability to direct and manage staff
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize projects and deadlines
• Valid driver’s license

The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to its applicants and employees. The Company does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other category covered by federal, provincial, or local law. This equal employment opportunity policy applies to all employment policies, procedures, and practices, including but not limited to hiring, promotion, compensation, training, benefits, work assignments, discipline, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and other applicable provisional regulations, DMA will provide accommodation, accessible formats, and communication support for the interview upon request. If you have a disability and either need assistance applying online or need to request an accommodation during any part of the application process, please contact our Human Resources team at [e-mail] or 800-309-2110 and choosing selection 6. DMA is a proudly employee-owned company that has been solving corporate tax challenges for over 50 years. Everyone within our organization takes extreme pride in delivering proven, successful results. Our tax professionals span across the globe to better serve some of the world’s largest companies with the highest level of expertise. Our “people first” mentality is what defines our corporate mission and sets us apart from other companies within the corporate tax industry. DMA offers a challenging yet rewarding career that encourages teamwork, fosters communication, and recognizes exceptional performance. Our employees share common philosophies, a strong entrepreneurial spirit, and an unbreakable commitment to client service. Because of our unique corporate structure and principles, “about us” is actually about you.