Senior Consultant

Senior Consultant, Real Property Tax Ryan LLC Houston, Texas Full Time Negotiable Categories Valuation Preferred Education 4 Year Degree Internal Number: R0019663 Job Description Summary The Property Tax Senior Consultant ("Senior Consultant") works with a team to identify property tax savings opportunities for clients and possesses an intermediate understanding of valuation techniques. This includes conducting research, analyzing and interpreting comparable assessment data, market data, and sales transactions. The Senior Consultant assists the team with assessment review and monitoring the appeal process for client portfolios. The Senior Consultant is responsible for creating positive team member experiences, which lead to excellent client service and drive revenue and profit for the Firm. The ideal candidate will have analytical and problem-solving skills, coupled with strong people skills. The successful candidate will be effective in researching issues, reconciling databases, and completing detailed calculations. Successful Ryan team members embrace and live Ryan’s values of Pursue Excellence, Wired to Win, Generosity Matters, Build Trust and Integrity Always, and will embody and demonstrate accountability. Duties Of The Role Demonstrates full understanding of the annual property tax cycle for assigned real property portfolios. Builds awareness/understanding of jurisdictional rules and filing requirements. Demonstrates an ability to collect, review, and fully understand client-provided data. Inspects properties and prepares appropriate reports deemed necessary by management. Analyzes assessment notices and determines potential assessment reductions. Applies software knowledge to efficiently work with client data. Possesses knowledge in assessment review, appeal determination, tax bill administration, and the three valuation approaches: cost, sales comparison, and income. Additionally, possesses knowledge of assessment equalization methodology that may apply in certain states. Handles appeals and monitors the appeals process. Attends client status calls and meetings and provides supporting data and findings for the leadership team. Works effectively with clients by taking an interest in the client’s industry and inquiring about trends and processes to gain a full understanding of their core business. Participates in recruiting efforts. Interacts and communicates effectively with team members. Performs other duties as assigned. Candidates with appropriate valuation designations preferred. Two - three years of property tax related experience. Desire to perform in a high-energy team environment. Demonstrated leadership, problem solving, and strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to prioritize tasks, work on multiple assignments, and manage ambiguity. Ability to work both independently and as part of a team with professionals at all levels About Ryan LLC Ryan, an award-winning global tax services and software provider, is the largest firm in the world dedicated exclusively to business taxes. With global headquarters in Dallas, Texas, the firm provides an integrated suite of federal, state, local, and international tax services on a multijurisdictional basis, including tax recovery, consulting, advocacy, compliance, and technology services. Ryan’s commitment to investing in and empowering women is stronger than ever. We continue to listen and learn as we work to ensure our commitment creates opportunities for our team members in their daily lives. In 2020, Ryan made a commitment to expand on diversity, equity, and inclusion with renewed purpose and clarity. Our mission is to foster a global environment of respect that empowers our people to celebrate all cultures and perspectives in the workplace, recognizing that diversity and inclusion drive creativity and innovation, which fuel our ability to deliver excellence. We are committed to meaningful, long-term change. #J-18808-Ljbffr