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Position Summary
The Senior Property Tax Manager leads the delivery of comprehensive property tax consulting services to both new and existing clients, providing strategic, results-driven advice on complex property tax matters. With deep expertise in the energy resources and renewable sectors, the role oversees the development and execution of specialized consulting solutions tailored to industry-specific challenges.
In addition to client delivery, the Senior Property Tax Manager is responsible for managing, mentoring, and developing a high-performing team, ensuring consistent quality, technical excellence, and effective execution across engagements. The role plays a critical part in expanding and strengthening DMA’s property tax consulting practice, supporting business development initiatives, and reinforcing the firm’s position as a leading provider of property tax advisory services across Western Canada.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Works with assessment and taxing officials to achieve maximum tax savings
Lead the management of energy resources and renewable sectors property tax portfolios
Oversee and ensure the integrity of internal, web-based property tax systems and data, establishing controls, reviewing inputs, and ensuring timely and accurate reporting for client and internal use.
Lead the preparation, review, and submission of annual Requests for Information (RFI), ensuring completeness, accuracy, and strategic positioning in alignment with assessment methodologies.
Review, analyze, and provide technical sign-off on assessment and tax notices, identifying valuation issues, compliance risks, and appeal opportunities in accordance with provincial legislation and municipal bylaws.
Plan and conduct detailed field and desktop inspections of energy resources and renewable assets to validate asset inventories, classification, depreciation, cost inputs, operational status, and asset inclusion or exclusion for assessment purposes.
Lead assessment hearings, negotiations, and dispute resolution processes on behalf of clients, including preparation of evidence, representation before assessment review boards, and settlement discussions.
Interpret, apply, and provide guidance on provincial assessment manuals, legislation, and evolving policy changes, acting as a subject matter expert for clients and internal teams.
Develop and oversee property tax forecasts & budgets for our clients
Direct the collection and validation of assessment information from assessing jurisdictions, ensuring data accuracy and consistency across portfolios.
Mentor and provide technical leadership to developing professionals, reviewing work products, setting expectations, and ensuring high-quality, consistent service delivery.
Assist Director of Practice Development other business development professionals in scoping and developing customized solutions for new and prospective clients
Perform other duties as assigned
Education and Qualifications
College Diploma or University Degree in Real Estate, Economics, Appraisal and Assessment, or a related field
5-10 years’ prior experience in property assessment valuation methodologies with specific experience in energy resources and renewable properties
Thorough understanding of municipal taxation systems
AIMA/AAA designation preferred
Self-starter who can function independently and in a team environment
Advanced skills in Microsoft Word and Excel
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Some overnight travel required
Valid driver’s license
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In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and other applicable provisional regulations, DMA will provide accommodation, accessible formats, and communication support for the interview upon request. 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 [email protected] or 800-309-2110 and choosing selection 6.
