Appraisal and Assessment Specialist

State-of-Missour; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Missouri seeks a professional to perform original assessment of distributable property for ad valorem tax purposes. You will collect and review data, enter it into the assessment system, and support cost of capital analyses.

Responsibilities include auditing documents, communicating with county officials and taxpayers, and performing property value calculations for railroad and utility assets. Location: Jefferson City, MO; extensive travel within state.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with emphasis in accounting, economics, finance, or similarly situated field with 21 credits in accounting/economics/finance.
• Three years experience in accounting, finance, or economics.
• A Master’s degree may substitute for up to two years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Collect, review, and enter data into the original assessment system.
• Provide technical assistance to county officials and taxpayers.
• Assist in developing cost of capital and other studies related to assessment issues.
• Audit documentation submitted by county officials and taxpayers.
• Perform calculations to establish the value of railroad and utility property.

Skills

Accounting principles

Finance principles

Data analysis

Communication skills

Regulatory knowledge

Decision making

Regulations interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/economics/finance

21 credit hours in accounting/finance/economics

Master's degree in accounting/finance/economics

Job description

This position involves the original assessment of distributable property held by public utilities, railroads, freight line companies, airlines, and related entities. Employees perform valuations of originally assessed companies for ad valorem property tax purposes and communicate with county officials and taxpayers.

General responsibilities involve collecting, reviewing, and entering data into the original assessment technology system; and, providing technical assistance to county officials and company representatives. Major duties involve assisting in the development of cost of capital and other special studies related to assessment issues; auditing documentation submitted by county officials and taxpayers; and, performing calculations to establish the value of railroad and utility property.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of principles of accounting, finance, and economics.
• Knowledge analyzing and interpreting company financial statements and statistical reports.
• Skills communicating information of varying complexity to a variety of stakeholders.
• Ability to independently handle multiple complex projects on a timely basis.
• Ability to analyze and make decisions in accordance with applicable laws.
• Ability to interpret, explain, and apply regulations and policies.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in accounting, economics, finance, or similarly situated field supplemented with a minimum of 21 credit hours in accounting, finance, or economics.
• Three-years experience working in an accounting, finance, or economics capacity.
• AMaster’s degree with an emphasis in accounting, finance, or economics may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for up to two-years experience.

Desired Qualifications

• Master’s degree with an emphasis in accounting, finance, economics, or similarly situated field supplemented with a minimum of 21 credit hours in accounting, finance, or economics.
• A business certification such as a CFA Charter or CPA designation.
• Knowledge of concepts of functional and economic obsolescence.
• Knowledge of appraisal, valuation, and property assessment techniques.
• Knowledge of Missouri property tax laws and regulations.
• Knowledge of public utility operations and regulations.
• Experience preparing and providing testimony associated with board, commission, or committee hearings.

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.

Location: Jefferson City, Missouri, plus some travel within the state.
Pay Grade: G12 Salary Range – commensurate with education and experience.

Matthew Fudge

573-526-6403

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