Manager, Property Tax Services

MNP; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 personal days

Group pension plan with 4% matching

Wellness subsidy

Health and dental benefits

Job summary

MNP seeks a Manager to lead our Property Tax Services team in Canada. You will monitor markets, assess real estate, prepare forecasts, and deliver strategic tax initiatives for clients in a dynamic regulatory environment.

You will mentor staff, develop client relationships, and contribute to business growth while traveling as needed. The role demands strong analytics, communication, and project management within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in real property valuation, property assessment, real estate, urban studies, economics, finance or law; equivalent experience considered.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in property assessment, property taxation, real estate valuation, or related field.
• Strong knowledge of real estate valuation methodologies and taxation principles.
• Ability to understand assessment legislation and its impact on various property types.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Identify property tax savings opportunities and manage assessment risk.
• Lead and support property assessment reviews with market research and valuation analysis.
• Determine real estate values and prepare tax forecasts and valuations.
• Perform audit procedures to ensure fair assessment and address issues.
• Prepare client reporting, valuation reports, and presentations for clients and municipalities.
• Present valuation and market information to clients and boards.
• Engage with assessors, municipalities, and industry contacts to gather information and advance positions.
• Manage engagement planning, scheduling, budgeting, and billing.
• Build client relationships and drive business development.
• Mentor and coach junior team members; travel as required.

Skills

Property tax experience

Real estate valuation

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Project management

Client service

Team collaboration

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Education

Real property valuation

Property assessment

Economics/Finance/Law

Appraisal designation (asset)

Job description

Job Details

Description

Inspirational, innovative and entrepreneurial - this is how we describe our empowered teams. Combine your passion with purpose and join a culture that is thriving in the face of change.

Make an impact with our Property Tax Services team as a Manager. This diverse team of professionals delivers customized tax strategies within a complex and dynamic regulatory framework. As a trusted advisor, you’ll monitor markets and legislative changes to ensure that clients are utilizing all available programs and incentives to maximize tax recovery potential on real estate.

MNP is proudly Canadian. Providing business strategies and solutions, we are a leading national accounting, tax and business advisory firm in Canada. Entrepreneurial to our core, our talented team members transcend obstacles into opportunities and are successfully transforming mid-market business practices.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with the Property Tax Services team to identify property tax savings opportunities, manage assessment risk, and deliver value to clients.
• Lead and support property assessment reviews, including market research, property analysis, data reconciliation, valuation analysis, and detailed calculations to identify and support assessment and tax opportunities.
• Determine real estate values using appropriate appraisal and valuation methodologies and prepare property tax and assessment forecasts.
• Execute audit and review procedures to assess whether clients are being fairly assessed and develop strategies to address assessment issues or opportunities.
• Prepare, review, and deliver high-quality client reporting, valuation reports, presentations, and other correspondence for clients, Boards, municipalities, and other stakeholders.
• Present and discuss assessment, valuation, and market information with clients, assessors, municipalities, and other industry stakeholders, including presenting and responding to questions before Assessment Review Boards.
• Liaise with municipalities, assessors, real estate brokers, developers, landlords, tenants, and other industry contacts to gather information, resolve assessment matters, and advance client positions.
• Manage engagement planning, scheduling, and project financials, including budgets, work in progress, timely billing, collections, and variance recognition.
• Build and strengthen client relationships by providing responsive, practical advice and consistently delivering exceptional client service.
• Network within the local business community, identify business development opportunities, and lead the preparation and delivery of competitive proposals that address client needs and support the continued growth and profitability of the Property Tax Services practice.
• Mentor, motivate, and coach team members by setting clear expectations, providing ongoing feedback, supporting professional development, and conducting performance reviews.
• Maintain flexibility to travel, as required.

Skills and Experience

• Post-secondary education in real property valuation, property assessment, real estate, urban studies, economics, finance, law, or a related field. An equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience may be considered.
• Appraisal, assessment, or related professional designation, or progress toward a designation, is considered an asset.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in property assessment, property taxation, real estate valuation, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of standard real estate valuation methodologies and property assessment and taxation principles.
• Ability to develop a strong understanding of applicable assessment legislation, regulations, and their impact on the taxation of various property types, including commercial, industrial, and multi-residential properties.
• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret market, financial, assessment, and property-level information and develop well-supported conclusions.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to develop trusted relationships with clients, municipal assessors, industry professionals, and colleagues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly communicate valuation and property tax matters to clients and other stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple engagements, priorities, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated professional judgment, attention to detail, initiative, and accountability.
• Collaborative and team-oriented approach, with the ability to coach, support, and develop junior team members.
• Client-service mindset with a commitment to understanding client needs
• Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating with engagement teams and other professionals.

MyRewards@MNP

More than a paycheque, MNP is proud to offer customized rewards for our team members. With a focus on health and wealth, we provide an extensive list of benefits that support our unique culture and foster work-life integration.

Our MyRewards@MNP program offers benefits that allow you to thrive at work and outside of the office. Be rewarded with generous paid time off including 4 personal days, firm sponsored social events, a group pension plan with 4% matching contribution, voluntary savings products, bonus program eligibility, a wellness subsidy, health and dental benefits, mental health resources, exclusive access to perks and discounts, professional development assistance, learning opportunities through MNP University, a flexible ‘Dress For Your Day’ environment and more!

Diversity@MNP

We embrace diversity as a core value and celebrate our differences. We believe each team member contributes unique gifts and amplifying their potential makes our business stronger.