Property Tax Accountant

2 months ago


Elgin, United States Advantax Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Come join one of the fastest growing property tax firms in the country

We are a leading national property tax service provider. We offer personal property and real estate tax compliance services as well as consulting services. Our clients include large and mid-size organizations that span across a variety of different industries.

As an Property Tax Accountant at Advantax, your work will focus on the personal property tax compliance cycle. This involves:

  • Handling and processing of vast amounts of asset data
  • Preparing and filing personal property tax returns
  • Organizing documentation needed to process returns
  • Communicating with local state jurisdictions throughout the country.
  • Comparing county assigned appraised values vs our proposed tax values for consulting opportunities
  • You will be responsible for filing property tax returns and assisting with property tax payments.

Requirements:


Education and Experience

  • 3+ years of relevant accounting experience required
  • Applicants must have a business-related degree in accounting or finance

Successful candidates should:

  • Be able to work as a team as well as independently
  • Possess strong listening and communication skills
  • Be able to perform tasks with accuracy, attention to detail, and organization
  • Be able to prioritize and manage time efficiently
  • Have strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Successful candidates will:

  • Extensively analyze and process substantial amounts of data in Excel and the property tax system
  • Communicate with jurisdictions around the country to resolve discrepancies
  • Assist the team in completing filing deadlines
  • Research and interpret tax laws to ensure all returns comply with state and local regulations
  • Assist the data analyst team in finding and entering tax bills.
  • Maintaining accurate and up-to-date client records


Benefits:

  • Health insurance (offer medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, and life), with multiple plans 100% paid by Advantax
  • 401(k) program with company match
  • Annual profit-sharing bonus
  • 15 PTO days per calendar year
  • 12 paid holidays per calendar year
  • Gym reimbursement (up to $35/month)
  • Charity matching gift program
  • Summer work hours (Friday afternoons off)
  • Opportunity for remote work after successful completion of first busy season

Advantax provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.



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