Full Job Description
*This position will allow for remote work potential, but candidates must reside in the Austin, TX area.*
Position Summary
Conduct 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 assist with implementation of tax savings recommendations and strategies.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Review annual personal property tax returns and reconciliations
- Review personal property fixed asset listings for misclassified assets
- Review state and local laws, rules, and regulations
- Conduct physical inspections of manufacturing, communication, energy, mining, and oil & gas facilities and meet with production managers at client locations
- Meet with client financial and accounting personnel to review policies and procedures
- Prepare analysis detailing issues and opportunities for property tax savings
- Produce and edit reports of findings along with the tax manager to ensure accuracy
- Meet with clients to discuss implementation of report of finding and address liabilities
- Assist client tax department personnel with personal property filings and changes in methodology
- Assist client in filing appeals, amended annual returns and refund requests
- Assist in negotiations for assessment reductions before assessing authorities
- Represent and manage clients during formal appeals
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Education and Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Industrial Engineering, or related field, coursework in Appraisal desired
- 3-5 years' experience as an Associate Tax Consultant (or similar type of position)
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word; experience with valuation software preferred.
- Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines independently.
- Valid driver's license; willingness to travel up to 10%.
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
- Work Schedule: Regular, 40 hours/week
- Travel: Less than 10%
- Physical Activity:
- Prolonged periods of sitting and computer use
- Ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and sounds
- Frequent repetitive motions with hands
- Ability to lift up to 20 pounds
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