Are you a strategic property tax professional ready to lead and optimize real estate tax operations? We're seeking an experienced Senior Manager, Real Estate Tax, to take ownership of corporate property tax functions and drive meaningful results for this national real estate organization. This role does not have any direct reports. This role is in office Monday through Thursday with a base salary of $130,000 - $160,000 depending on experience with 20% bonus.
About the Role
As the Senior Manager, Real Estate Tax, you'll be the driving force behind property tax strategy—from analyzing assessments and managing appeals to budgeting and coordinating with cross-functional teams. This is a high-impact role where your expertise will directly influence bottom line and operational efficiency.
What You'll Do
Strategic Analysis & Decision-Making
Evaluate property tax assessments and determine appeal viability using cost, income, and sales comparison approaches
Conduct comprehensive case reviews by analyzing sales data, assessment notices, rent rolls, income/expense reports, and market trends
Make critical decisions on pursuing appeals and subsequent options
Leadership & Representation
Lead the entire appeal process from initial assessment through resolution
Represent cases before administrative appeals boards and participate in settlement negotiations
Interview, evaluate, and negotiate with external consultants and attorneys
Financial Planning & Collaboration
Own real estate tax projection and budgeting cycles
Partner with Asset Management, Finance, Legal, Property Management, and Accounting teams to explain budgets, valuations, and appeal strategies
Provide clear, detailed explanations of complex property tax matters to stakeholders
Operations & Systems
Maintain and update property tax databases and information systems
Conduct research, analyze evidence, and develop strategic recommendations for complex tax matters
Ensure accurate tax bill processing and documentation
What You'll Bring
Required Qualifications
Minimum 5 years of experience in commercial property assessment and/or valuation
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Real Estate, or related field
Advanced knowledge of property taxation principles and valuation techniques
Strong understanding of property tax and real estate terminology
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
For immediate consideration, email your resume to Thyra at thyra@southwestaccountingresources.com
Moving to Phoenix, let us know your time line!
Numbers & Facts
Location
Phoenix, Arizona
Skills
Accountingunmatched
Analysis Skillsunmatched
Asset Managementunmatched
Budget Managementunmatched
Budgetingunmatched
Business Administrationunmatched
Commercial Real Estateunmatched
Corporate Taxunmatched
Cross-Functionalunmatched
Data Analysisunmatched
Documentationunmatched
Estate Managementunmatched
Expense Reportsunmatched
Financeunmatched
Financial Analysisunmatched
Financial Planningunmatched
Information Technology & Information Systemsunmatched
Leadershipunmatched
Legalunmatched
Market Trend Analysisunmatched
Microsoft Excelunmatched
Microsoft Officeunmatched
Microsoft Outlookunmatched
Microsoft Wordunmatched
Negotiation Skillsunmatched
Property Maintenanceunmatched
Property Managementunmatched
Property Taxunmatched
Real Estateunmatched
Real Estate Appraisalsunmatched
Rental Listingsunmatched
Research Skillsunmatched
Salesunmatched
Sales Analysisunmatched
Strategic Analysisunmatched
Strategic Planningunmatched
Tax Accountingunmatched
Tax Operationsunmatched
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