Manager, Property Tax

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PRIMARY PURPOSE:  Simon Property Group (“SPG”) the largest public U.S. real estate company is immediately seeking a candidate to fill a position in its Property Tax Department.  The position will be responsible for independently leading the management of all aspects of a portfolio of SPG’s commercial real estate property assessment and tax practice.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:  The successful candidate’s responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

• Managing an assigned property tax portfolio to ensure compliance with real property ad valorem filings, audits, bill payments, and tax planning
• Performing independent Income/Expense valuation analysis to determine if assessments are equitable
• When necessary, lead and direct 3rd party consultants and attorneys to provide critical technical guidance in property valuations, appeals, and litigation using an in-depth knowledge of relevant statues, court decisions, real estate appraisal techniques, and local customs and practices
• Be able to effectively engage state and local tax assessing authorities independently or with 3rd party consultants on valuation matters
• Reviewing and approving property assessments and tax bills
• Preparing property tax budgets
• Researching and respond to various administrative matters involving property assessments and taxation

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5+years of multi-state property tax and assessment experience including demonstrated success independently conducting complex property tax appeals for a multi-state portfolio
• Four-year undergraduate degree required, preferably in real estate, valuation, finance, or law
• Excellent analytical, communication, negotiation, and organizational skills
• Highly motivated, proactive and results oriented
• Strong valuation and financial analysis skills in the commercial real estate sector and the ability to work well within a team environment
• Proficient computer skills (i.e., Excel, Word, and PowerPoint); familiarity with ONESource preferred
• A professional designation such as MAI, ASA, CMI, CCIM, or JD preferred
• Travel will be required and there may be flexibility in where the successful candidate is located; relocation may not be required

LEADERSHIP CHARACTERISTICS:

• Must possess a self-motivated, self-starting work ethic; an active interest and desire to learn and grow within the property tax department and possess the ability to work well independently and in a team environment