Director, Property Tax (Boston)

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Position Summary

The Director is responsible for the provision of property tax services to DMA’s clients, including managing processes and personnel in the operation’s performance of Real Estate and/or Business Personal Property assessment reviews. The goal is to achieve maximum tax savings and provide other state and local tax consulting services.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Participate in the talent acquisition process for the team to add top talent.
• Provide leadership, direction, and guidance to coach, motivate, and lead team members to optimum performance levels and career development.
• Ensure the operation’s adoption of, and adherence to, best practices and client service principles for themselves and team members.
• Focus team activities on prudent financial management with a goal of profit margin enhancement; meet set goals on production and revenue generation from assigned client accounts.
• Participate in production/revenue forecasting, financial modeling, strategic planning, and budgeting as requested.
• Assist in growing office, region, and division from a market‑share and financial perspective.
• Provide service to clients in the assessment review process, including representing clients during appeals and hearings with State and Local taxing authorities.
• Prepare reports and analyses supporting DMA’s position for State and Local taxing authorities; review and submit periodic status reports to clients; prepare Reports of Findings and other general correspondence.
• Use DMA templates or valuation models for property valuation, fixed asset reconciliation or classification, determine client’s prior methodologies, identify exemptions and abatements, and report potential tax savings opportunities.
• Attend on‑site inspections of client property (plants and operations).
• Actively participate in business development activities—identifying, scoping, and developing customized solutions for new and prospective clients, and meeting with potential prospects; communicate DMA’s other service lines to prospects.
• Perform account management responsibilities for assigned clients—developing, sustaining, and enhancing relationships with DMA clients and prospects.
• Participate in DMA & Industry tax community events and other forums as a public speaker, panelist, or other representative of the company to create marketplace awareness and facilitate educational opportunities for clients and prospects.
• Assist in production and invoicing process.
• Track and monitor all relevant jurisdictional deadlines associated with return filings, audits, informal and formal appeals & protests, mailing & payment dates for tax bills.
• Research and follow industry or market activity/trends in assigned geographic area.
• Research and follow state and local tax issues, legislation, court cases, etc.

Non‑Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Real Estate, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• 10+ years professional experience; property tax, valuation, or accounting preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, demonstrated problem‑solving.
• Organizational, research and interpersonal skills required.
• Proven ability to direct and manage staff.
• Ability to multi‑task and prioritize projects and deadlines.
• Valid driver’s license.

The total compensation range for this position is $180,000–$250,000, depending on qualifications, experience, and skills. This posting reflects the expected compensation range at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, education, and business needs.

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