Senior Tax Manager, Property Tax (Strategic Valuation Services)

As an employee-owned company, DMA prioritizes employees. Low turnover rates and tenured teams are living proof:

• 2025 Great Places to Work Certified
• Employee stock ownership program eligibility begins on day one of employment (ESOP contribution is targeted at 6% of your annual compensation)
• Company paid parental leave
• Generous time off package
• Multiple benefit plans, eligibility begins on day one of employment
• Culturally focused on work/life balance, mental health, and the overall wellness of our employees

Position Summary

Conducts property tax reviews for DMA clients and has account management responsibility for assigned clients. Responsible for all aspects of analysis and consulting related to complex personal property compliance projects and assessment reviews of machinery and equipment for industrial manufacturing, mining, oil & gas, communication, and energy property as well as implementation of tax savings recommendations and strategies and leading business development.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinates the majority of client management during and after the review process

• Develops and maintains long-term client relationships, with a focus on expanding services and/or cross-selling as appropriate

• Interacts with internal Business Development groups to identify and develop property tax opportunities

• Conducts physical inspections of manufacturing, energy, communication, mining, and oil & gas facilities and meets with on-site management

• Presents findings and makes recommendations to clients

• Communicates with state and local taxing authority personnel to resolve issues via negotiations, appeals, and board hearings as necessary

• Maintains excellent knowledge of all real and personal property tax laws, rules, regulations, and court decisions

• Performs detailed industry and economic research (i.e., research comparable companies, review financial statements) to identify potential tax savings opportunities for clients

• Maintains a general understanding of other DMA service lines for cross-selling purposes

• Proactively researches complex tax issues and conveys this information to the SVS group and regional personnel as needed

• Participates in DMA Tax Community Events, as well as Regional and National Conferences, as a speaker or panel member illustrating expertise to the tax community

• Coordinates and reviews activities of Analysts, Consultants, and/or Tax Managers

Non-Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists Director with National Accounts and other business development professionals in scoping and developing customized solutions for new and prospective clients

• Performs other duties as assigned

Education and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Industrial Engineering, or related field, coursework in Appraisal desired

• Additional credentials or certifications preferred

• 7+ years’ experience in property tax consulting, appraisal, or closely related field

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft office suite, specifically Excel

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to meet travel requirements of the job – up to 40%

• Valid Driver’s License

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 covered by applicable federal, state, or local law. This equal employment opportunity policy applies to all employment policies, procedures, and practices, including but not limited to hiring, promotion, compensation, training, benefits, work assignments, discipline, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment.

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