Senior Consultant, Commercial Property Tax & Valuation

About the role

Ryan is hiring a Senior Consultant for its commercial property tax practice in Orlando. The consultant works with a team to identify property tax savings opportunities for clients, with an intermediate understanding of valuation techniques. The role involves research, analysis of comparable assessment data, market data and sales transactions, and assistance with assessment reviews and the appeal process. A local candidate able to come into the office three to four times a week is preferred.

Key responsibilities

• Respond to client inquiries and requests from tax authorities
• Demonstrate a full understanding of the annual property tax cycle for assigned real property portfolios
• Build awareness of jurisdictional rules and filing requirements
• Collect, review and understand client-provided data, inspect properties and prepare reports requested by management
• Analyze assessment notices and determine potential assessment reductions
• Apply software knowledge to work efficiently with client data
• Handle appeals and monitor the appeals process
• Attend client status calls and meetings and provide supporting data and findings to leadership
• Take an interest in the client's industry and trends, participate in recruiting, and communicate effectively with team members

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Engineering, Economics, Real Estate, Business Management, Public Administration, MIS/Entrepreneurship, International Business or another degree with an MBA, MST or JD
• Candidates with appropriate valuation designations preferred
• One to three years of property tax or tax-related experience
• Desire to work in a high-energy team environment
• Leadership, problem-solving and strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to prioritize, handle multiple assignments and work independently and in teams
• Valid driver's license; occasional local travel of about 10%

Required skills

• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and internet research
• Knowledge of assessment review, appeal determination, tax bill administration and the three valuation approaches (cost, sales comparison, income)
• Knowledge of assessment equalization methodology where applicable

What we offer

• Hybrid work options
• Award-winning culture and generous personal time off
• 14 weeks of 100% paid leave for new parents (adoption included)
• Monthly gym membership or equipment reimbursement
• Benefits eligibility effective day one
• 401K with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement after one year of service
• Fertility assistance program
• Four-week company-paid sabbatical after five years of service