Senior Consultant, Complex Property Tax (Appraisals)

About the role

Ryan is hiring a Senior Consultant, Complex Property Tax (Appraisals) in Regina. The consultant works with a team to identify property tax savings opportunities for clients, using an intermediate understanding of valuation techniques. The role involves researching, analysing and interpreting comparable assessment data, market data and sales transactions, reviewing assessments and monitoring the appeal process for client portfolios.

Key responsibilities

• Respond to client inquiries and requests from tax authorities
• Demonstrate a full understanding of the annual property tax cycle for assigned real property portfolios and of jurisdictional rules and filing requirements
• Collect, review and understand client-provided data, inspect properties and prepare reports requested by management
• Analyze assessment notices and determine potential assessment reductions
• Apply software knowledge to work efficiently with client data
• Handle appeals and monitor the appeals process
• Attend client status calls and meetings and provide supporting data and findings to leadership
• Take an interest in the client's industry and trends, participate in recruiting, and communicate effectively with team members

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Engineering, Economics, Real Estate, Business Management, Public Administration, MIS/Entrepreneurship, International Business, or a Diploma in Appraisal and Assessment; candidates with valuation designations preferred
• Two to three years of appraisal, audit or tax-related experience
• Leadership, problem-solving and strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to prioritize, handle multiple assignments, manage ambiguity and work independently and in teams
• Valid driver's license; no supervisory responsibilities

Required skills

• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and internet research
• Knowledge of assessment review, appeal determination, tax bill administration and the three valuation approaches (cost, sales comparison, income)
• Knowledge of assessment equalization methodology where applicable

What we offer

• Hybrid and remote work options
• Award-winning culture and generous personal time off
• Up to 20 weeks of parental leave top-up (adoption included)
• Monthly gym membership or equipment reimbursement
• Health and dental benefit eligibility effective day one
• RRSP with employer match and tuition reimbursement after one year