Senior Consultant, Property Tax Commercial

About the role

Ryan is looking for a Senior Consultant, Property Tax Commercial who works with a team to identify property tax savings opportunities for clients. The consultant has an intermediate understanding of valuation techniques, conducts research, analyzes and interprets comparable assessment data, market data and sales transactions, and helps the team with assessment reviews and monitoring the appeal process. The position is based in Washington, D.C., with in-office attendance three days a week (typically Tuesday-Thursday); parking or transit reimbursement is provided.

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 and 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 valuation designations preferred
• One to three years of property tax-related experience
• Knowledge of assessment review, appeal determination, tax bill administration and the three valuation approaches (cost, sales comparison, income), plus assessment equalization methodology where applicable
• Leadership, problem-solving and strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to prioritize, work on multiple assignments, manage ambiguity and work independently and in teams
• Valid driver's license; occasional regional travel of 15-25% for hearings and site visits

Required skills

• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and internet research
• Reconciling databases and detailed calculations

What we offer

• Base salary range of $75,000-$118,250 for Washington, D.C. based roles, with possible incentive compensation
• Hybrid work options and generous PTO, including 14 weeks of paid leave for new parents
• Monthly gym membership or equipment reimbursement, benefits eligibility day one, 401K with employer match and tuition reimbursement after one year
• Fertility assistance program and four-week company-paid sabbatical after five years