Lead Analyst, Property Tax

Location: Raleigh, NC

Compensation: $115,000–$130,000 base salary + bonus

Schedule: Monday–Friday, onsite

Industry: Public Manufacturing Company

*Relocation package available

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Property Tax Lead Analyst to join the corporate tax organization of a large, publicly traded manufacturing company with a nationwide and international operating footprint.

This role will report to the Corporate Property Tax Manager and will take ownership of compliance, tax planning, valuation, appeals, and financial reporting for a portfolio of complex properties. The position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by identifying tax savings opportunities and partnering closely with operations, accounting, external consultants, and taxing jurisdictions.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage multi-state real estate and business personal property tax compliance for a portfolio of complex properties.
• Ensure accurate and timely filings while monitoring applicable state and local regulations and deadlines.
• Research and pursue opportunities to reduce property tax liabilities.
• Independently manage property tax valuation appeals, including complex jurisdictions and Texas.
• Prepare and manage monthly property tax accruals, forecasts, and true-ups.
• Analyze property tax data and prepare detailed reports using advanced Excel and property tax management systems.
• Partner with plant operations, corporate accounting, external consultants, and taxing authorities on property tax matters.
• Support property tax strategy and planning initiatives across the organization.
• Maintain compliance with company policies, procedures, and SOX requirements.
• Manage multiple priorities and deadlines while exercising independent judgment and accountability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in real estate and business personal property tax compliance.
• Experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Significant experience managing property tax appeals across multiple states, including Texas.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively with stakeholders at various levels.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing deadlines, and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• CMI (Certified Member of the Institute for Professionals in Taxation) certification.
• CPA designation.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Join a large, established publicly traded manufacturing organization.
• High-visibility corporate tax role with significant ownership and autonomy.
• Opportunity to influence property tax strategy and identify meaningful savings.
• Work with a complex multi-state property portfolio.
• Competitive base salary plus annual bonus.