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We are looking for an experienced Property Tax Manager to establish and oversee the in-house property tax function for a large and growing real estate portfolio in Houston, Texas. This position plays a central role within Finance. The ideal candidate will bring strong expertise in property tax compliance, valuation strategy, and appeals management across a wide range of residential and land assets.
Job Responsibility
Direct the full property tax process for a portfolio
Administer filings, renditions, payment schedules, and jurisdictional deadlines across Texas counties and additional markets as the portfolio expands
Maintain detailed parcel-level tax records and collaborate with accounting teams to support accurate accruals, reconciliations, and timely payments
Review assessment notices and valuation changes, identify meaningful shifts in tax exposure, and communicate findings to leadership
Lead informal and formal assessment challenges by developing supporting documentation, presenting cases, and managing hearings before appraisal review boards
Prioritize annual protest activity by evaluating accounts with the greatest financial impact and aligning strategy to portfolio objectives
Oversee arbitration and administrative appeal matters when further action is justified to protect asset values
Use market intelligence, comparable transactions, and valuation inputs to strengthen tax appeal arguments and support value management decisions
Guide external consultants through a phased transfer of responsibilities to internal ownership while preserving continuity and service quality
Assess and implement specialized tools or software that improve large-scale property tax tracking, reporting, and workflow management
Requirements
7+ years of experience in property tax, local tax, or a closely related corporate tax management role
Demonstrated success handling property tax compliance and appeals across large, multi-parcel real estate portfolios
Strong working knowledge of assessment procedures, protest timelines, and filing requirements in Texas jurisdictions
Experience preparing valuation support using market data, comparable sales, and other relevant appraisal inputs
Ability to represent business interests effectively in hearings, negotiations, and other tax dispute settings
Proven skill in coordinating with cross-functional stakeholders such as finance, legal, accounting, and operational teams
Experience managing third-party advisors or consultants while building internal processes and capabilities
Strong organizational and analytical skills with the ability to manage detailed records across a high-volume asset base