Job Description:
- As the Senior Property Tax Analyst, you will be primarily responsible for timely and accurate preparation and filing of property tax returns, business licensing, and other compliance duties for all retail locations within the United States.
- This position requires 3-4 days per week onsite presence in Rochester NY.
Major Activities:
- File personal property tax returns, on a timely basis, by gathering and manipulating data using Microsoft tools, ensuring completeness and accuracy
- Manage property tax obligations, including coordinating, tracking and processing payments
- Review, monitor, and respond to all taxing jurisdictions inquiries regarding property taxes and support audits
- Continue to integrate property tax software in house,
- Assist with forecasting property tax liabilities
- Review all assessments for accuracy and identify opportunities for costs savings, including appeals
- Work on any special projects as assigned
Requirements:
- Organized and excellent time management skills. Ability to multitask and prioritize multiple deadlines, changing priorities and large volumes of returns.
- Takes initiative and ownership and executes independently in assigned work area.
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Use applicable office terminology, forms, documents, and procedures in the course of the work. Respond tactfully, clearly, concisely, and courteously to issues, concerns, and needs to all stakeholders.
- Proactively propose solutions when dealing with challenging situations, focusing on identification and remediation of root causes.
- Understanding of accounting principles and internal controls
- Analytical, with an ability to research, interpret and apply technical guidance to business situations.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or business.
- Minimum 3 years' experience in property tax or similar role