Senior Tax Consultant, Property Tax

The Senior Tax Consultant assists and supports team members in performing Real Estate assessment reviews for DMA clients, to achieve maximum.

1. Provide support for team members in the assessment review process, including representing clients during appeals and hearings with state and local taxing authorities.
2. Prepare reports and analyses supporting DMA’s position for local taxing authorities; review and submit periodic status reports to clients; prepare Reports of Findings and other general correspondence for clients.
3. Use 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.
4. Attend on-site inspection of client property (plants and operations).
5. Assist business development professionals in identifying, scoping, and developing customized solutions for new and prospective clients.
6. Research, collect and populate DMA’s review management system with new cases, client assessment details, property or fixed asset data and jurisdictional tax information.
7. Assist in production and invoicing process.
8. Track and monitor all relevant jurisdictional deadlines associated with return filings, audits, informal and formal appeals.
9. Research and follow industry or market activity/trends in assigned geographic area.
10. Research and follow local tax issues, legislation, court cases, etc.
11. Perform much of the above in collaboration with or supervised by Consultants, Tax Managers and Directors; while also handling less material matters independently.

1. Perform other duties as assigned.

1. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Real Estate, Finance, Economics, or related field.
2. 3-5 years professional experience; property tax, valuation, or accounting preferred.
3. Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
4. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
5. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, demonstrated problem-solving.
6. Organizational, research and interpersonal skills required.
7. Ability to multi-task and prioritize projects and deadlines.
8. Valid driver’s license.