Tax Manager - Property Tax Services

Job Category Fixed Asset Services – Property Tax  

Time Type Full-time 

Travel Requirements Up to 30% 

Location Indianapolis, IN

Level Manager

The role: Our Property Tax Manager position is an excellent career opportunity for specialized accounting professionals who may be looking for a career outside of the typical “big firm” or corporate career path. This role will allow an experienced Property Tax candidate to make a direct impact on the growth and development of this service line, with immediate client responsibilities and opportunities for future advancement.

As a Property Tax Manager you will help our clients as you process, document, and file all necessary aspects of the property tax filing cycle.  This consultative position places a high value on client relationships and requires strong project management skills. McGuire Sponsel fosters a dynamic culture that emphasizes training and professional development. Candidates will develop and grow their skillset by working directly with other senior members of our team who are experienced in the field of property tax and looking to grow this practice within our firm. 

What you will do: 

• Effectively communicate with CPAs and clients to understand goals and needs. 
• Process various tax bills, assessments, and refunds in a timely manner. 
• Build understanding and knowledge of necessary statutory deadline requirements to meet filing requirements for clients. 
• Manage incoming and outgoing mail, including the documentation of all mailings, and assisting with certified mail, when needed. 
• Review and prepare property tax returns based on client information. 
• Correspond with tax jurisdictions regarding assessments, valuations, refunds, bills, and notices to ensure all deadlines and compliance requirements are met. 
• Keep record of all documentation needed for each client in an organized manner through accurate data entry and filing practices. 

• Collaborate with internal personnel on identifying viable client opportunities and assist in client benefit projections. 
• Assist in managing team operations and processes. 

What you will need: 

• Bachelor’s degree with a focus in accounting, finance, or related field. 
• 5 years’ experience with property tax is required.  
• Confidence and professionalism to effectively communicate via email, phone, and in person with clients and accountants to understand goals and needs. 
• Willingness and ability to be a technical team resource, including reviewing staff members’ work and providing feedback to encourage professional development.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel. 
• High attention to detail, strong project management skills, and excellent ability to meet deadlines and work together on a fast-paced team. 
• A valid United States driver’s license. 
• Ability to travel independently or as part of a team to client locations throughout the USA. 

Who we are: McGuire Sponsel is a national specialty tax consulting firm that has experienced tremendous growth while serving leading accounting firms and businesses across the country. Our firm partners with CPAs and their clients to provide engineering-based cost segregation and fixed asset studies. We also offer consulting on research and development tax credit services, global business services, and location advisory services. 

What we offer: A career at McGuire Sponsel gives individuals the opportunity to grow professionally and personally in a team environment. Benefits include: 

• Paid time off, 401k and health and wellness benefits 
• Modern office space in proximity to restaurants, shops, and cultural centers 
• Summer Friday hours 
• Team building and social outings, community outreach, and volunteer activities 
• Industry professional development opportunities 
• Personal development opportunities 

 Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the US. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment Visas at this time. 

McGuire Sponsel provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 

Applicants with disabilities may contact McGuire Sponsel via telephone, e-mail, and other means to request and arrange for accommodations. If you need assistance to accommodate a disability, you may request an accommodation at any time. Please contact McGuire Sponsel at 317-564-5000.