Senior Consultant

Why Ryan?Hybrid Work OptionsAward-Winning CultureGenerous Personal Time Off (PTO) Benefits14-Weeks of 100% Paid Leave for New Parents (Adoption Included)Monthly Gym Membership Reimbursement OR Gym Equipment ReimbursementBenefits Eligibility Effective Day One401K with Employer MatchTuition Reimbursement After One Year of ServiceFertility Assistance ProgramFour-Week Company-Paid Sabbatical Eligibility After Five Years of ServiceProperty Tax Senior ConsultantThe Property Tax 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 with 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.*Prefer a local candidate in the Orlando market who can come into the office three-four times/week. We will also consider a candidate with commercial valuation experience for this role, even if they do not have the tax or appeal experience.*Duties and ResponsibilitiesPeople:Create a positive team member experience.Client:Responds to client inquiries and requests from tax authorities.Value: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 appeals process.Attends client status calls and meetings and provides supporting data and findings for 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.Education and ExperienceBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Engineering, Economics, Real Estate, Business Management, Public Administration, MIS/Entrepreneurship, International Business or other degree with MBA, MST or JD.Candidates with appropriate valuation designations preferred.One to three years of property tax or 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.Computer SkillsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must have intermediate knowledge of Microsoft® Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Internet navigation and research.Certificates and LicensesValid driver's license required.Supervisory ResponsibilitiesThis position has no supervisory responsibilities.Work EnvironmentStandard indoor working environment.Occasional long periods of sitting or standing while working.Position requires regular interaction with employees and clients both in person and via e-mail and telephone.Independent travel requirement: 10% local travel.Equal Opportunity Employerdisability/veteran