Property Tax Manager | Strategy, Automation & Compliance

Avangrid; Orange (CT); On-site; USD 141,000 - 176,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

401(k) match

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Job summary

AVANGRID Management Company, LLC. seeks a Tax Manager to lead property tax responsibilities for the networks segment, including compliance, planning, and cost recovery. You will guide budgets, forecasts, audits, and PILOT initiatives while driving automation and data governance.

Collaboration with Regulatory, Finance, and Legal teams is essential. The role requires 10+ years in tax, strong GAAP knowledge, and leadership skills to build a high-performing team and streamline processes.

Qualifications

• BS/BA Degree and at least 10 years relevant experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Prior indirect tax and successful project management experience.
• Ability to articulate complex tax concepts to a variety of audiences and at all levels of organization.
• Successful people leader capable of using business knowledge and concerns to foster successful team application to growth and process improvement.
• Experience cultivating strong relationships with internal and external partners to foster collaboration.
• Significant GAAP accounting experience. IFRS experience a plus.
• Forward looking, with a holistic approach and a track record of innovation and problem solving.
• Adaptable and able to thrive in a demanding, rapidly changing business environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage the preparation, review, and filing of all property tax returns and related documentation for the company’s regulated utility assets.
• Ensure timely and accurate payment of property taxes, including the reconciliation of tax bills and assessments.
• Monitor changes in property tax laws, regulations, and rate cases that impact the company, and communicate updates to relevant stakeholders.
• Coordinate and manage property tax audits, appeals, and negotiations with taxing authorities.
• Support regulatory filings and rate case proceedings by providing property tax data, analysis, and expert testimony as needed.
• Develop and implement strategies for minimizing property tax liabilities while ensuring full compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Collaborate with finance, accounting, legal, and operations teams to gather data, assess asset values, and communicate tax implications.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date property tax records, reports, and documentation for internal and external review.
• Advise management on property tax risks, exposures, and opportunities for tax savings.
• Supervise and mentor property tax staff, fostering professional growth and ensuring high performance.

Skills

Tax management

Leadership

GAAP accounting

Regulatory knowledge

Project management

Communication

Data analysis

Education

Accounting/Finance degree

CPA certification

Tools

SAP (S4/HANA)

Alteryx

ETL tools

Job description

AVANGRID Management Company, LLC. seeks a Tax Manager to lead property tax responsibilities for the networks segment, including compliance, planning, and cost recovery. You will guide budgets, forecasts, audits, and PILOT initiatives while driving automation and data governance.

Collaboration with Regulatory, Finance, and Legal teams is essential. The role requires 10+ years in tax, strong GAAP knowledge, and leadership skills to build a high-performing team and streamline processes.