Property Tax Director
Cherry Bekaert has been proudly providing Accounting and Advisory services to our clients for over 75 years! We are seeking a Property Tax Director. The location is flexible and remote would be considered. Some of our larger offices include Atlanta, DC, Richmond, Raleigh, Charlotte, Tampa, and South Florida. The successful candidate will supervise staff on consulting engagements that they lead and is responsible for delivering efficient, accurate, and timely preparation and review of all consulting projects.
The primary responsibilities of the Property Tax Director include:
- Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive property tax strategies to optimize tax liabilities across the company's entire real estate portfolio.
- Oversee the timely and accurate filing of all property tax returns and related documentation.
- Manage property tax assessments, including review, analysis, and challenge of valuations as needed.
- Lead and direct all property tax appeal processes, including engaging with assessors, external consultants, and legal counsel as required.
- Conduct thorough due diligence for new acquisitions and dispositions, identifying potential property tax implications and opportunities.
- Monitor changes in property tax laws, regulations, and assessment practices across various jurisdictions and provide timely updates and recommendations to leadership.
- Collaborate closely with internal departments, including finance, accounting, legal, and asset management, to ensure integrated tax planning and reporting.
- Negotiate with taxing authorities to achieve favorable outcomes for the company.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with external property tax consultants, appraisers, and legal counsel.
- Prepare detailed property tax budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses.
- Implement and leverage property tax software and systems to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
- Provide strategic advice and insights to senior leadership on property tax matters.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. Master's degree or JD preferred.
- 10+ years of progressive experience in property tax management, with a significant portion in a leadership or senior role, preferably within a large real estate organization, public accounting firm, or a major corporation with extensive real estate holdings.
- Demonstrated expertise in property tax law, valuation methodologies (income, cost, and sales comparison approaches), and assessment appeal processes.
- Proven track record of successfully managing and reducing property tax liabilities.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.
- Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with all levels of an organization and external parties.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Certifications such as Certified Member of the Institute (CMI), Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM), Member of the Appraisal Institute (MAI), or similar, are a plus.
What you can expect from us:
- Our shared values that foster inclusion and belonging including uncompromising integrity, collaboration, trust, and mutual respect.
- The opportunity to innovate and do work that motivates and engages you.
- A collaborative environment focused on enabling you to further your career growth and continuous professional development.
- Competitive compensation and a total rewards package that focuses on all aspects of your wellbeing.
- Flexibility to do impactful work and the time to enjoy your life outside of work.
- Opportunities to connect and learn from professionals from different backgrounds and with different cultures.
Cherry Bekaert cares about our people. We offer competitive compensation packages based on performance that recognize the value our people bring to our clients and our Firm. The salary range for this position is included below. Individual salaries within this range are determined by a variety of factors including but not limited to the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education, knowledge, skills, and geographic location. In addition, we offer a comprehensive, high-quality benefits program which includes annual bonus, medical, dental, and vision care; disability and life insurance; generous Paid Time Off; retirement plans; Paid Care Leave; and other programs that are dedicated to enhancing your personal and work life and providing you and your family with a measure of financial protection.
Pay Range: $164,900 to $274,800
About Cherry Bekaert
Cherry Bekaert, ranked among the largest assurance, tax, and advisory firms in the U.S., serves clients across industries in all 50 U.S. states and internationally.
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