Property Tax, Senior Consultant

PricewaterhouseCoopers; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 82,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global consulting firm in Metro Vancouver is seeking a skilled Property Tax Manager. In this role, you will manage property tax appeals, mentor staff, and develop client relationships while navigating complex tax regulations. The ideal candidate has experience in property taxation and strong analytical skills. This position offers a competitive salary range of $82,300 to $137,000 and promotes a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Flexible work environment

Diverse teams

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Prior experience with property assessment and property tax consulting.
• Proven ability to manage and mentor team members.
• Strong analytical skills to research valuation and tax issues.

Responsibilities

• Manage property tax valuation appeals and conduct market research.
• Mentor and develop staff on complex valuation projects.
• Conduct in-depth research and ensure compliance with tax obligations.

Skills

B2B Sales

Risk Management

Customer Service

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft PowerPoint

Education

Post-secondary degree in real property valuation, property assessment, real estate, urban studies, economics, finance or law

Real Property Assessment Certificate or equivalent designation

Job description

Job Description & Summary

Line of Service: Tax

Industry / Sector: Not Applicable

Specialism: General Tax Consulting

Management Level: Manager

Our Property Tax group within the Indirect Tax practice is a leader in the global commercial real estate (CRE) industry. Our dedicated team focuses on helping clients optimize cash flow and mitigate risk by addressing the intricacies of property assessment and taxation. You will play a key role in supporting our clients in relation to both regional and national projects as well as value-added tax (VAT) projects associated with property assessment and taxation. Your expertise will be called upon to critically review and evaluate property tax appeal positions, offering informed recommendations and adeptly managing the appeal process in accordance with the firm’s rigorous policies, standards and guidelines.

As a Property Tax Manager you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. You will lead in delivering strategic property tax advisory services ensuring clients navigate the complexities of tax obligations with expertise. You will also manage client relationships, oversee appeal processes and conduct in-depth research and analysis to provide innovative solutions.

Your role is not just about analysis; it’s about being part of a team that delivers customized tax strategies within a complex and dynamic regulatory environment. You will monitor market trends and legislative changes, ensuring our clients are well-informed and can maximize tax recovery potential through all available programs and incentives.

Meaningful work you’ll be part of

As a Property Tax Senior Consultant you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to:

• Manage property tax valuation appeals and conduct in-depth market research to support valuation positions, ensuring accurate and favorable outcomes for clients.
• Mentor and develop staff, guiding team members through complex valuation projects with expert advice and insights.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships by providing meaningful value, strategic advice and impactful reporting, thereby building trust and ongoing engagement as you help clients manage their portfolios.
• Evaluate properties and provide property tax consulting services, working with various stakeholders throughout the property tax lifecycle from upfront advisory during assessment notices to representing clients at assessment tribunal hearings.
• Oversee annual property tax budgeting for clients, ensuring timely payments, accurate forecasting and proactive management of filing deadlines to maintain compliance and avoid penalties.
• Engage in networking and business development activities, securing client referrals and identifying new service opportunities to grow our practice’s reach.

Experience and skills you’ll use to solve

• Prior experience with a focus on property assessment, valuation practices, property tax consulting and advisory services.
• A post‑secondary degree (or equivalent work experience) in real property valuation, property assessment, real estate, urban studies, economics, finance or law is preferred.
• Completion of a Real Property Assessment Certificate or equivalent professional designation is highly valued (e.g., MIMA, AACI, CAE, MRICS or FRICS).
• Demonstrated people‑management and leadership skills with the ability to coach team members, build strong relationships and foster collaboration.
• Analytical acumen for researching complex valuation and tax issues with a proven ability to conduct thorough valuations of real property and interpret data to support appeal arguments.
• Skilled in negotiation and dispute resolution, effectively leading settlement discussions to facilitate the resolution of valuation disputes with assessment authorities.
• Strong research skills and familiarity with standard valuation methodologies and taxation principles to craft well‑supported arguments and strategies.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a desire to build new business and enhance operational efficiency, proactively seeking ways to improve processes and expand services.
• Collaborative approach, working in concert with team members across the country.
• PwC Canada is committed to cultivating an inclusive hybrid work environment. Exact expectations for your team can be discussed with your interviewer.

The salary range

• For this position is $82,300 – $137,000 plus individuals may be eligible for an annual bonus payment. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon your skills, experience, qualifications and geographic location.
• Please note that the salary range for this position is reflected for our British Columbia region. Given our national recruiting approach we recruit (and may hire) in other regions and therefore the salary range may differ depending on the work location. PwC is committed to competitive compensation and sharing salary ranges in accordance with applicable pay transparency legislation as they arise.

Why you’ll love PwC

We’ll have you be a part of diverse teams helping public and private clients build trust and deliver sustained outcomes. This meaningful work and our continuous development environment will take your career to the next level. We reward your impact and support your wellbeing through a competitive compensation package inclusive benefits and flexibility programs that will help you thrive in work and life. Learn more about our Application Process and Total Rewards Package at … We acknowledge that we work and live across Turtle Island on the land that is now known as Canada, the lands of the ancestral treaty and unceded territories of the First Nations, Métis and Inuit Peoples. We recognize the systemic racism, colonialism and oppression that Indigenous Peoples have experienced and still go through and we commit to allyship and solidarity.

Key Skills

• B2B Sales
• Typing
• Proofreading
• Risk Management
• Customer Service
• Basic Math
• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Inside Sales
• Property Leasing
• Property Management
• Phone Etiquette

Job Details

Employment Type: Full‑Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
Monthly Salary: $82,300 – $137,000