Senior Tax Manager, Property Tax

Overview

The Senior Tax Manager, Property Tax role at DMA - DuCharme, McMillen & Associates, Inc. is responsible for assisting and supporting team members in performing Real Estate and/or Business Personal Property assessment reviews to achieve maximum tax savings and to provide state and local tax consulting services for DMA clients. The company is employee-owned, with a focus on employees, low turnover, and tenured teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership support in the assessment review process, including representing clients during appeals and hearings with State and Local taxing authorities.


• Prepare reports and analyses supporting DMA's position for State and Local taxing authorities; review and submit periodic status reports to clients; prepare Reports of Findings and other general correspondence for clients.


• Use DMA templates or valuation models for property valuation, fixed asset reconciliation or classification; determine client's prior methodologies; identify exemptions and abatements; identify and report potential tax savings opportunities.


• Attend on-site inspections of client property (plants and operations).


• Active participation in business development activities, including identifying, scoping, and developing customized solutions for new and prospective clients, as well as meeting with potential prospects; ability to communicate DMA's other service lines to prospects.


• Account management responsibilities for assigned clients – developing, sustaining, and enhancing relationships with DMA clients and prospects.


• Provide leadership, direction, and guidance to coach, motivate, and lead team members to optimum performance levels and career development.


• Participate in the talent acquisition process for the team to add top talent.


• Research, collect, and populate DMA's review management system with new cases, client assessment details, property, or fixed asset data and jurisdictional tax information.


• Assist in production and invoicing processes.


• Track and monitor all relevant jurisdictional deadlines associated with return filings, audits, informal and formal appeals and protests, and mailing and payment dates for tax bills.


• Research and follow industry or market activity/trends in the assigned geographic area; research state and local tax issues, legislation, court cases, etc.


• Perform these tasks in collaboration with a team, while also being able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Real Estate, Finance, Economics, or a related field.


• 7+ years of professional experience; property tax, valuation, or accounting preferred.


• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; demonstrated problem-solving skills.


• Organizational, research, and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to multi-task and prioritize projects and deadlines.

Benefits and Culture

• Employee-owned company focused on employees and low turnover.


• 2025 Great Places to Work Certified.


• Employee stock ownership plan eligibility begins on day one (ESOP contribution targeted at 6% of annual compensation).


• Company-paid parental leave.


• Generous time off package.


• Multiple benefit plans with eligibility beginning on day one.


• Culture focused on work-life balance, mental health, and overall wellness of employees.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Accommodations

The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to its applicants and employees. The Company does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. It is DMA's policy to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance applying online or need an accommodation during any part of the application process, please contact our Human Resources team at or and selecting selection 6.