Tax Director, National Office (State & Local Tax - Property Tax)

Overview

This role leads and manages property tax compliance, planning, and consulting services for clients with multi-state operations. Responsibilities include technical research, client advisory work, dispute resolution, process development, and team leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage property tax compliance, planning, and consulting services for clients with multi-state operations
• Oversee the preparation, review, and timely filing of business personal property tax renditions in accordance with local jurisdiction requirements
• Advise clients on property tax strategies, including assessment reviews, valuation disputes, and exemption opportunities
• Represent clients in appeals and negotiations with local tax authorities to resolve disputes and reduce assessed liabilities
• Provide strategic guidance to minimize property tax burdens through proactive planning and compliance management
• Conduct technical research on jurisdiction-specific property tax laws, regulations, and valuation methodologies
• Develop and implement property tax compliance processes to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and risk mitigation
• Lead development of thought leadership related to property tax trends, law changes, and audit activity
• Mentor and manage high-performing teams, including training, support, and performance development to junior staff
• Collaborate with clients to implement best practices for property tax technology data management, documentation, and appeal strategies

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Tax, Finance, Business, or related discipline
• Minimum 12 years of property tax experience with a focus on compliance, consulting, and valuation issues
• Minimum of 7 years in a managerial role involving clients and team members
• Proven ability to generate leads, build relationships, and secure clients
• Expertise in tax reporting, research, and planning on a multi-state level
• In-depth knowledge of property tax assessment procedures, valuation methodologies, and appeal processes across multiple jurisdictions

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Member of the Institute of Professionals in Taxation (CMI), JD, CPA, MAI, Texas Senior Property Tax Consultant, Indiana Level III Assessor-Appraiser
• Experience with complex property taxpayers (i.e., heavy industrial manufacturing, power and utilities, telecom, oil and gas, etc.)
• Public accounting experience, especially Big 4
• Proficiency in property tax software (e.g., PTMS, Avalara, ONESOURCE Property Tax), GIS systems, and data analytics tools such as Power BI, Alteryx, or advanced Excel for technology-driven process improvements

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation range by location:

• For Colorado residents: $177,200-$241,400
• For Washington residents, Illinois residents, New York residents, and Southern California residents: $194,900-$265,600
• For Northern California residents: $203,800-$277,700

Compensation may vary based on skills, role, and location. Eligible employees at certain levels can participate in a discretionary long-term financial incentive plan, subject to plan participation rules.

Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, vision
• Generous PTO plan and paid sick time
• Flexible work arrangements
• 401K with Profit Sharing
• Wellness program
• Generous parental leave
• 11 paid holidays

Location

• Positions based in San Francisco: consistent with the SF Fair Chance Ordinance, an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration.
• Individuals working within the City of Los Angeles: qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.