Director, Property Taxation

Oxford Properties Group; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a highly motivated Director of Property Taxation to lead their Canadian Asset Management team. This pivotal role focuses on developing comprehensive property tax strategies to uncover potential savings across various properties in Canada. The ideal candidate will collaborate with asset managers and finance teams, ensuring compliance while managing appeals and negotiations. Join a company that values diversity and inclusion, offering a supportive environment where your expertise will drive significant impact in the real estate sector.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of experience in property valuations and tax assessments.
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail are essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain property tax strategies to identify savings.
• Manage appeals and negotiate assessments for properties.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Leadership Skills

Analytical Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Commerce

Degree in Finance

Degree in Real Estate

Degree in Urban Planning

Degree in Engineering

Tools

ARGUS

Job description

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We are seeking a highly motivated Director, Property Taxation to join our Canadian Asset Management team in Toronto. This key role involves developing and maintaining a comprehensive property tax strategy to identify potential savings across various properties in Canada. The candidate will collaborate with asset managers and finance teams to implement strategies and ensure compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Develop and maintain property tax strategies, identifying savings opportunities.
2. Work with teams to identify and mitigate tax-related risks.
3. Manage appeals, negotiate assessments, and review settlement proposals.
4. Oversee external consultants for complex appeals and legal matters.
5. Provide tax forecasting and scenario analysis for leasing and capital projects.
6. Conduct reviews and briefings on tax initiatives, deadlines, and risks.
7. Prepare reports and presentations on tax positions, appeals, and savings.
8. Act as the in-house expert on property tax queries, advising on acquisitions and developments.
9. Stay informed on industry best practices and network with peers.

Qualifications:

• Thrive in evolving organizations with a collaborative mindset.
• Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; knowledge of ARGUS is an asset.
• Degree in Commerce, Finance, Real Estate, Urban Planning, or Engineering.
• 8-10 years of experience in property valuations, tax assessments, and strategies across multiple sectors.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and project management skills.

Oxford Properties Group is committed to diversity and inclusion, fostering a culture where employees thrive and communities are strengthened through real estate. We offer an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process and a supportive employee environment.