Property Tax Leader — Multistate & Compliance

Forvis Mazars US; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Forvis Mazars, LLP is seeking a State and Local Tax professional to lead property tax engagements across multiple jurisdictions. You will oversee tax calendars, asset reconciliations, and renditions, delivering strategic insights and ensuring compliance.

The role emphasizes client relationships, mentoring, and contributing to valuation studies and protests, with opportunities for growth in a leading national SALT practice.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Taxation or related field.
• 4.5+ years of experience in public accounting tax, property tax, or SALT.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with CCH Intelliconnect, RIA Checkpoint, and/or BNA Tax research software.
• Current and valid CPA, ASA, CMEA, CMI - Property Tax (from IPT) certification, or hold a JD or LLM.

Responsibilities

• Lead property tax engagement teams, delivering strategic guidance and oversight for large, multi‑jurisdictional clients.
• Oversee the preparation and maintenance of comprehensive tax calendars, ensuring timely compliance and deliverables.
• Manage fixed asset and inventory reconciliations to support accurate reporting and minimize audit exposure.
• Direct the preparation and filing of personal property renditions across multiple taxing jurisdictions.
• Review property tax bills and assessments for accuracy, identifying potential overcharges or savings opportunities.
• Coordinate and execute assessment protests, including valuation challenges and jurisdictional appeals.
• Guide consulting projects such as valuation studies, obsolescence analyses, and the resolution of duplicate assessments.
• Mentor and develop property tax team members, fostering technical expertise and professional growth.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients and prospects through responsive communication, strategic insight, and trusted advisory support.

Skills

Public accounting tax

Property tax

MS Office

Intelliconnect

RIA Checkpoint

BNA Tax

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Taxation or related field

Tools

CCH Intelliconnect

RIA Checkpoint

BNA Tax Research

Job description

Forvis Mazars, LLP is seeking a State and Local Tax professional to lead property tax engagements across multiple jurisdictions. You will oversee tax calendars, asset reconciliations, and renditions, delivering strategic insights and ensuring compliance.

The role emphasizes client relationships, mentoring, and contributing to valuation studies and protests, with opportunities for growth in a leading national SALT practice.