Personal Property Tax Analyst - Beachwood, OH

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Full Time Specialist Beachwood, OH, US

9 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $75,000.00 To $85,000.00 Annually

Master Builders Solutions is a global brand of advanced chemical solutions for construction. Our comprehensive portfolio includes sustainable concrete admixtures and underground construction solutions. We constantly strive to solve tomorrow’s challenges through our talented people, sound science, innovation, and communication with our global partners. We provide new solutions to satisfy industry demand for specific structure strengths while understanding the need for sustainability and environmental consciousness.

The Person al Property Tax Analyst reports directly to the Indirect Tax Manager and is responsible for managing and supporting the company’s personal property tax compliance, reporting, and audit processes across multiple jurisdictions with key decisions made under managerial oversight. This role ensures accurate reporting of business assets, timely filing of returns, and proper application of valuation and depreciation methods while minimizing tax exposure and maintaining compliance with applicable laws.

The analyst works closely with the Indirect Tax Manager to create and refine processes through cross-departmental collaboration, while providing guidance and support to the Tax Administrator on Sales & Use Tax matters.

• Prepare, review, and file personal property tax returns for multiple states and local jurisdictions
• Analyze fixed asset records to identify taxable personal property and applicable exemptions
• Apply appropriate depreciation schedules, valuation methods, and situs rules
• Reconcile personal property tax filings to fixed asset and general ledger records
• Review assessment notices for accuracy and identify opportunities for appeal or correction
• Assist with preparation and support of personal property tax audits and assessments
• Coordinate with third-party tax advisors, consultants, and local taxing authorities
• Track filing calendars, payment deadlines, and jurisdictional requirements
• Maintain accurate documentation, work papers, and asset support schedules
• Monitor changes in personal property tax laws and reporting requirements
• Assist with sales & use tax questions
• Assist Indirect Tax Manager on SUT refund claims and adhoc projects

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or related field required. Additional years of experience would be considered om
• 4+ years of experience in personal property tax compliance or related tax functions
• Working knowledge of personal property tax laws, asset valuation, and depreciation methods
• Experience working with tax compliance processes
• Strong analytical, reconciliation, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, data analysis)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Experience with multi-jurisdictional personal property tax filings
• Familiarity with Personal Property Tax (PPT) & ERP software (e.g.,S4/Hana, SAP, Oracle, PTMS, or similar systems)
• Experience supporting personal property tax appeals
• Exposure to sales & use tax or property tax compliance

• Attention to detail and data accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and jurisdictions
• Independent work with minimal supervision
• Cross-functional collaboration with accounting, finance, and operations
• Professional judgment and confidentiality
• Corporate office with partial hybrid work environment
• Collaboration with internal stakeholders and external tax advisors
• Periodic peak workloads during filing and assessment seasons

As an employee of Master Builder Solutions, you will enjoy competitive health and insurance plans, robust retirement benefits with company-matching contributions, and continuous opportunities for learning and growth. Our work environment fosters collaboration, teamwork, and safety. We reward our employees with challenging…