Senior Consultant, Real Property Tax
Ryan · Cleveland, OH · 2 wk ago
AccountingFull-time
Why Ryan? Hybrid work options, an award-winning culture, and a comprehensive benefits package starting on day one.
Benefits
- Generous personal time off (PTO)
- 14 weeks of 100% paid leave for new parents (adoption included)
- Monthly gym membership reimbursement or gym equipment reimbursement
- 401K with employer match
- Tuition reimbursement after one year of service
- Fertility assistance program
- Four-week company-paid sabbatical eligibility after five years of service
Responsibilities
- Create a positive team member experience
- Respond to client inquiries and requests from tax authorities
- Demonstrate full understanding of the annual property tax cycle for assigned real property portfolios
- Build awareness and understanding of jurisdictional rules and filing requirements
- Collect, review, and fully understand client-provided data
- Inspect properties and prepare appropriate reports as deemed necessary by management
- Analyze assessment notices and determine potential assessment reductions
- Apply software knowledge to efficiently work with client data
- Possess knowledge in assessment review, appeal determination, tax bill administration, and the three valuation approaches: cost, sales comparison, and income
- Handle appeals and monitor the appeals process
- Attend client status calls and meetings, providing supporting data and findings for the leadership team
- Work effectively with clients by taking an interest in their industry and inquiring about trends and processes
- Participate in recruiting efforts
- Interact and communicate effectively with team members
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Engineering, Economics, Real Estate, Business Management, Public Administration, MIS/Entrepreneurship, International Business, or other degree with MBA, MST, or JD
- Candidates with appropriate valuation designations preferred
- One to three years of property tax-related experience
- Desire to perform in a high-energy team environment
- Demonstrated leadership, problem-solving, and strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to prioritize tasks, work on multiple assignments, and manage ambiguity
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team with professionals at all levels
- Valid driver’s license required
Skills
- Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft® Word, Excel, Outlook, and Internet navigation and research
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong people skills
Schedule
This position requires in-office attendance two days per week, typically Tuesday and Thursday. More time may be required during training or busy season. Independent travel requirement: minimal regional travel (less than 10%) for meetings with the County in late summer/early fall.
Pay
Ryan will reimburse for parking or a transit pass.