Personal Property Manager

JCI; Smithfield (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Johnston County seeks an experienced Professional Property Tax Appraiser Supervisor to lead listing and valuation of personal and business property for tax purposes.

You will oversee staff, coordinate with boards, testify before review authorities, and ensure accurate data in the CAMA system while delivering high-quality public service.

Requires strong knowledge of tax laws, accounting principles, and supervisory skills; valid NC driver’s license and CPA is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, or related field.
• CPA license preferred; supervisory experience in tax is desirable.
• Experience with listing and assessing personal and business personal property.
• Evidence of supervisory experience and ability to manage staff.

Responsibilities

• Directs the listing and assessing of personal and business personal property.
• Oversees audits of business personal property and reviews related records.
• Prepares documents and testifies before boards and commissions.
• Supervises staff and develops guidelines for input of values in CAMA system.
• Ensures customer service functions and responds to inquiries from taxpayers and professionals.

Skills

Property tax knowledge

Public interaction

Analytical ability

Staff supervision

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or accounting

CPA license

Tools

CAMA system

Accounting software

Job description

Johnston County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Description

An employee in this class is responsible for varied personal property and business personal property duties including management and general oversight of staff performing the valuation and appraisal of personal and business property for tax purposes. Work involves significant public contact with property owners, professionals and may involve difficult interactions. The position requires a broad knowledge of the tax department including listing and valuation procedures. Employee must exercise independent judgment, discretion, and initiative in completing assignments and handling public contact in situations requiring considerable tact and knowledge of applicable policies, procedures and programs. Work is characterized by its variety, complexity and confidential nature, requiring considerable organizational skills and analytical ability.

Work is performed under general supervision of the Tax Administrator and is evaluated on the effectiveness of the program as indicated by reports, records and documents related to the personal property functions and feedback from staff and citizens.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Directs the listing and assessing of personal and business personal property


• Monitors and notifies the non-listing of property including mobile homes, watercraft, aircraft, multi-year tagged motor vehicles


• Performs oversight of business personal property audits including review of business records, income tax returns, general ledgers, depreciation schedules and financial statements

• Prepares documents and testifies before the Board of Equalization and Review and the NC Property Tax Commission


• Performs complex analyses for the Economic Incentive Grants Program


• Performs managerial duties including office and staff oversight including creating guidelines for the input of values in the CAMA system


• Reviews, documents and approves listing extension requests


• Evaluates and implements processes for the smooth review of listed and unlisted personal property


• Reviews and responds to inquiries from taxpayers, professionals and the public on a variety of tax law, rules and topics


• Interprets laws related to valuation and assessment of personal property, explains procedures and legal requirements


• Supervises staff in areas of valuation and assessment of personal property; assists in problem resolution


• Provides monthly and annual data for departmental reports


• Identifies, advises or resolves issues related to systems upgrades, software or clerical issues


• Coordinates work with outside governmental and non-governmental agencies to determine the situs and taxability of personal property


• Ensures customer service functions are performed by staff


• Coordinates employee work schedules to ensure appropriate office coverage


• Ensures the professional development of staff


• Maintains a current understanding of ad valorem tax law, collection processes and general accounting rules


• Performs other duties as needed or directed

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Considerable knowledge of state laws and regulations and county ordinances that apply to property tax listing and assessing methods and procedures


• Considerable knowledge of accounting principles


• Considerable knowledge of the organization and functions of County government


• Ability to plan, coordinate, and participate in the listing and assessing of property taxes and related work


• Ability to gather, interpret, and communicate information and instructions regarding tax law, departmental policies and procedures related to personal property


• Ability to develop, monitor and maintain systems and processes for accurate listing and assessing of personal property


• Considerable knowledge of various tax and business software programs including but not limited to the County’s CAMA system


• Ability to analyze and interpret policies and procedures


• Ability to hire, supervise, develop and evaluate the work of employees


• Ability to operate standard office equipment required by the position including but not limited to computer, printer, copier, scanner, calculator, and telephone


• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work assigned duties to completion


• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with property owners and their representatives, other county employees, co-workers and supervisors


• Ability to work within and perform duties as part of a team


• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in verbal and written forms


• Ability to tactfully and courteously deal with citizens, employees, professionals, and other governmental agencies

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of standing, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions


• Must be able to perform light work exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects


• Must possess the visual acuity to read, prepare and analyze data, perform accounting duties, operate a computer and other business machines, and operate a motor vehicle

Desired Education and Experience

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree or concentration in business, accounting, or related field and considerable experience in personal property tax, or related experience.


• Supervisory experience is preferred.


• An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.


• A valid CPA license is required.


• Evidence of supervisory experience is preferred.


• Experience with negotiation, auditing, appraisal of assets, and extensive spreadsheet usage is desired.


• Experience working in a government tax office is desirable.

Special Requirements

• Possess or obtain certification as a Personal Property Appraiser from the North Carolina Department of Revenue within three years and maintain certification for the tenure of employment


• Possess and maintain a valid North Carolina driver’s license with a demonstrated safe driving record

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities or qualifications associated with the job. Other duties may be assigned.

Important Pre-Employment Information

• If the position requires a degree, official transcripts must be submitted within 30 days of hire.


• A pre-employment reference check will be conducted.


• A background check may be required and may include criminal history, motor vehicle records, sex offender registry checks, pre-employment drug screening, SBI fingerprinting, and, if applicable, a National Practitioner Data Bank (NPDB) check.


• A conviction record does not automatically disqualify you from employment, unless otherwise required by state law. Each situation is reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Johnston County provides a comprehensive, affordable insurance and benefits program.

Employees are offered a diverse selection of benefits including medical (no-cost for the employee plan), dental, life, and supplemental benefit coverages. Employees can also take advantage of our on-site wellness clinic and virtual telehealth program, both at no-cost!

Additional benefits include participation in the NC Retirement System, a 401(k) match option, generous paid leave and holiday schedule, tuition reimbursement, and more! To learn more, visit www.myjcbenefits.com

• This description applies to benefits eligible positions.

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