Property Tax Manager

Property Tax ManagerWe 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.Responsibilities:Direct the full property tax process for a portfolioAdminister 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.