Director of Real Property Tax — Atlanta, GA at Ryan

Why Ryan?

At Ryan, we foster an award-winning culture built on our core values: Pursue Excellence, Wired to Win, Generosity Matters, Build Trust, and Integrity Always. We are committed to creating positive team member experiences that drive both personal growth and firm success.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your life and career, including:

Hybrid work options and benefits eligibility effective day one.
Generous personal time off (PTO) and a 14-week paid leave program for new parents (including adoption).
Monthly gym membership or equipment reimbursement.
A 401(k) plan with employer match and tuition reimbursement after one year of service.
A fertility assistance program and eligibility for a four-week company-paid sabbatical after five years of service.

About the Role

The Property Tax Director serves as a strategic leader within our Property Tax practice, overseeing Senior Managers and Managers to deliver high-quality consulting and appeal services. This role is pivotal in bridging the gap between technical tax expertise and client relationship management.

You will actively pursue new business opportunities while nurturing existing client relationships. Your day-to-day involves enforcing firm policies, researching complex tax issues, overseeing real property valuations, and negotiating settlements for assessment reductions. You will also lead the preparation and presentation of assessment appeals and supporting litigation. Beyond technical execution, you are responsible for cultivating a positive team environment that translates into excellent client service and drives revenue and profit for the firm.

The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical and problem-solving skills paired with exceptional people skills. Successful team members embody Ryan's values and demonstrate unwavering accountability.

Hiring Process

We are looking for candidates who can demonstrate leadership, problem-solving abilities, and strong communication skills. The selection process will evaluate your technical expertise in assessment review and valuation, your ability to manage ambiguity, and your capacity to work both independently and collaboratively with professionals at all levels.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ryan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants regardless of disability or veteran status.

Work location

Work model: Hybrid

Georgia State University, 33, Gilmer Street Southeast, Five Points, Old Fourth Ward, Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia, 30303, United States

Atlanta, Georgia

Key Responsibilities

check_circleManage and monitor all aspects of the annual property tax cycle for assigned real property portfolios
check_circleActively pursue new client opportunities and maintain existing client relationships
check_circleEnsure team compliance with firm policies, practice guidelines, and professional standards
check_circleBuild professional eminence by leading internal training and speaking at external events
check_circleAttend hearings, settlement conferences, and negotiations to resolve client tax matters
check_circleOversee Sr. Managers and Managers to deliver property tax consulting and appeal services
check_circleSchedule and lead status calls and client presentations while updating them on engagement status
check_circleResearch tax issues, oversee real property valuations, and negotiate assessment reduction settlements

Requirements

verifiedUniversity Degree or equivalent in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Real Estate, Business Management or other degree with MBA, MST or JD
verifiedMinimum of ten years property tax related experience
verifiedIntermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Internet navigation
verifiedValid driver's license
verifiedProfessional designations such as CMI or CCIM preferred

Nice to Have

Maintain professional designations such as Certified Member of the Institute (CMI) or Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM, or equivalent, and keep active in professional organizations on a local and national level.

Benefits & Perks

check_circleHybrid work optionscheck_circleGenerous personal time off (PTO) benefitscheck_circle14-weeks of 100% paid leave for new parents including adoptioncheck_circleMonthly gym membership or gym equipment reimbursementBenefits eligibility effective day one

Company

Ryan

Industry

Financial Services

Headquarters

Dallas, Texas

Open Roles

Ryan is a global financial services firm headquartered in Plano, Texas, specializing exclusively in business tax solutions. Operating within the financial services industry, the organization delivers an integrated suite of federal, state, local, and international tax services across multiple jurisdictions. Its offerings encompass tax recovery, consulting, advocacy, compliance, and technology services designed to support complex tax needs for diverse entities. Based in the Dallas metropolitan area, Ryan serves a vast network of over 77,000 clients in more than 80 countries. This includes a significant portion of Global 5000 companies seeking specialized tax expertise. The firm employs a multidisciplinary team of more than 6,500 professionals and associates who work to deliver comprehensive support. Ryan has received the International Service Excellence Award from the Customer Service Institute of America eleven times, highlighting its dedication to client service standards. The company operates a work environment known for innovation within the tax sector, facilitating collaboration among its staff. Further details regarding the firm's services and operations are available through its official website.

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: Microsoft Access, Microsoft Powerpoint, Internet Navigation, Cmi, Ccim.

Education: MBA or MST degree required.

Frequently asked questions about Director, Real Property Tax at Ryan

What does a Director, Real Property Tax at Ryan do?expand_more

A Director, Real Property Tax at Ryan is responsible for the following: Manage and monitor all aspects of the annual property tax cycle for assigned real property portfolios; Actively pursue new client opportunities and maintain existing client relationships; Ensure team compliance with firm policies, practice guidelines, and professional standards; and Build professional eminence by leading internal training and speaking at external events.

What are the requirements for this Director, Real Property Tax role?expand_more

Ryan is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: University Degree or equivalent in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Real Estate, Business Management or other degree with MBA, MST or JD; Minimum of ten years property tax related experience; Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Internet navigation; Valid driver's license; and Professional designations such as CMI or CCIM preferred.

Where is the Director, Real Property Tax role at Ryan located?expand_more

Director, Real Property Tax at Ryan is based in Georgia State University, 33, Gilmer Street Southeast, Five Points, Old Fourth Ward, Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia, 30303, United States. This is a hybrid role.

Is this Director, Real Property Tax job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more

Ryan has listed this Director, Real Property Tax role as hybrid.

How much experience is required for this Director, Real Property Tax role?expand_more

Director, Real Property Tax at Ryan typically requires 10+ years of relevant experience at the executive level.

What skills do you need for the Director, Real Property Tax role at Ryan?expand_more

Key skills for Director, Real Property Tax at Ryan include Microsoft Access; Microsoft Powerpoint; Internet Navigation; Cmi; and Ccim.

What education is required for Director, Real Property Tax at Ryan?expand_more

Educational requirements for this role: MBA or MST degree required.

What category does the Director, Real Property Tax role belong to?expand_more

Director, Real Property Tax at Ryan is part of the accounting & finance job category on Recrutus.

About Ryan

Based in the Dallas metropolitan area, Ryan serves a vast network of over 77,000 clients in more than 80 countries. This includes a significant portion of Global 5000 companies seeking specialized tax expertise. The firm employs a multidisciplinary team of more than 6,500 professionals and associates who work to deliver comprehensive support.

Ryan has received the International Service Excellence Award from the Customer Service Institute of America eleven times, highlighting its dedication to client service standards. The company operates a work environment known for innovation within the tax sector, facilitating collaboration among its staff. Further details regarding the firm's services and operations are available through its official website.

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