Lead Analyst, Property Tax

The Planet Group; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Planet Group is seeking a Property Tax Lead Analyst to join its corporate tax team for a large, publicly traded manufacturing company with nationwide and international operations.

The role reports to the Corporate Property Tax Manager and oversees compliance, planning, valuation, appeals, and financial reporting for a portfolio of complex properties. You will collaborate with operations, accounting, consultants, and taxing jurisdictions to maximize tax savings.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive experience in real estate and business personal property tax compliance.
• Experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Significant experience managing property tax appeals across multiple states, including Texas.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with stakeholders at various levels.
• Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage multi-state real estate and business personal property tax compliance for a portfolio of complex properties.
• Ensure accurate and timely filings while monitoring state/local regulations and deadlines.
• Research and pursue opportunities to reduce property tax liabilities.
• Independently manage property tax valuation appeals, including complex jurisdictions and Texas.
• Prepare and manage monthly property tax accruals, forecasts, and true-ups.
• Analyze property tax data and prepare detailed reports using advanced Excel and property tax management systems.
• Partner with plant operations, corporate accounting, external consultants, and taxing authorities on property tax matters.
• Support property tax strategy and planning initiatives across the organization.
• Maintain compliance with company policies, procedures, and SOX requirements.
• Manage multiple priorities and deadlines while exercising independent judgment and accountability.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Communication

Analytical thinking

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business, or related field

Job description

Compensation: $115,000-$130,000 base salary + bonus

Schedule: Monday-Friday, onsite

Industry: Public Manufacturing Company

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Property Tax Lead Analyst to join the corporate tax organization of a large, publicly traded manufacturing company with a nationwide and international operating footprint.

This role will report to the Corporate Property Tax Manager and will take ownership of compliance, tax planning, valuation, appeals, and financial reporting for a portfolio of complex properties. The position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by identifying tax savings opportunities and partnering closely with operations, accounting, external consultants, and taxing jurisdictions.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage multi-state real estate and business personal property tax compliance for a portfolio of complex properties.
• Ensure accurate and timely filings while monitoring applicable state and local regulations and deadlines.
• Research and pursue opportunities to reduce property tax liabilities.
• Independently manage property tax valuation appeals, including complex jurisdictions and Texas.
• Prepare and manage monthly property tax accruals, forecasts, and true-ups.
• Analyze property tax data and prepare detailed reports using advanced Excel and property tax management systems.
• Partner with plant operations, corporate accounting, external consultants, and taxing authorities on property tax matters.
• Support property tax strategy and planning initiatives across the organization.
• Maintain compliance with company policies, procedures, and SOX requirements.
• Manage multiple priorities and deadlines while exercising independent judgment and accountability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in real estate and business personal property tax compliance.
• Experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Significant experience managing property tax appeals across multiple states, including Texas.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively with stakeholders at various levels.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing deadlines, and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• CMI (Certified Member of the Institute for Professionals in Taxation) certification.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Join a large, established publicly traded manufacturing organization.
• High-visibility corporate tax role with significant ownership and autonomy.
• Opportunity to influence property tax strategy and identify meaningful savings.
• Work with a complex multi-state property portfolio.
• Competitive base salary plus annual bonus.