
Director, Property Tax
Role description
From the employerAs an employee-owned company, DMA prioritizes employees. Low turnover rates and
tenured teams are living proof
- 2025 Great Places to Work Certified
- Employee stock ownership program eligibility begins on day one of employment
(ESOP contribution is targeted at 6% of your annual compensation)
- Company paid parental leave
- Generous time off package
- Multiple benefit plans [https://dmainc.com/careers/benefits/us/], eligibility
begins on day one of employment
- Culturally focused on work/life balance, and the overall wellness of our
employees
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 Business Personal Property assessment reviews for DMA clients, 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 their optimum performance levels and career development
- Ensures 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
- Prepares reports and analyses supporting DMA’s position for State and Local
taxing authorities; reviews and submits periodic status reports to clients;
prepares Reports of Findings and other general correspondence for clients
- Uses DMA templates or valuation models for property valuation, fixed asset
reconciliation or classification, determine client’s prior methodologies,
identify exemptions and abatements, identifying and reporting potential tax
savings opportunities
- Attend on-site inspection of client property (plants and operations)
- Active participation in business development activities - including
identifying, scoping and developing customized solutions for new and
prospective clients, as well as meeting with potential prospects; ability to
communicate DMA’s other service lines to prospects
- Account management responsibilities for assigned clients – developing,
sustaining and enhancing relationships with DMA clients and prospects
- Participation 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 to our 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.
Education and Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Real Estate, Finance, Economics, or a
related field.
- 10+ years of professional experience; property tax, valuation, or accounting
preferred.
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word.
- Excellent verbal and written communication; strong problem‑solving
capability.
- Proven ability to direct and manage staff and lead cross‑functional efforts.
- Strong organizational, research, and interpersonal skills; ability to manage
multiple projects and deadlines.
- Valid driver’s license.
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
- Work Schedule: Regular, 40 hours/week
- Travel: 25-40%
- Physical Activity:
- Prolonged periods of sitting and computer use
- Ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and sounds
- Frequent repetitive motions with hands
The total compensation range for this position is $190,000-$240,000, depending
on qualifications, experience, and skills. This posting reflects the expected
compensation range for this position at the time of posting. Actual compensation
may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, education, and business
needs.
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The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to
providing equal employment opportunities to its applicants and employees. The
Company does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the
basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, citizenship, age,
disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other category covered
by applicable federal, state, or local law. This equal employment opportunity
policy applies to all employment policies, procedures, and practices, including
but not limited to hiring, promotion, compensation, training, benefits, work
assignments, discipline, termination, and all other terms and conditions of
employment.
It is DMA's policy to make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals
with disabilities. If you have a disability and either need assistance applying
online or need to request an accommodation during any part of the application
process, please contact our Human Resources team at HRDepartment@dmainc.com or
800-309-2110 and choosing selection 6.