Property Tax Manager
South Bend, St. Joseph County, Indiana, 46626, USA
Listed on 2026-06-27
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Finance & Banking
Financial Compliance, Accounting & Finance, Accounting Manager -
Management
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Crowe LLP – Property Tax is searching for a Manager to manage personal property tax compliance and client engagements. This position will involve leading multi‑state property tax engagements, reviewing returns and appeals, managing assessments and tax bills, mentoring staff, and serving as a primary client contact. The preferred candidate will have strong experience with PTMS, property tax compliance, client service, and operational process improvements.
Responsibilities- Manage complex multi‑state personal property tax engagements while serving as the primary point of contact for clients.
- Review and approve personal property tax returns, renditions, assessments, tax bills, and appeal filings for accuracy and completeness.
- Provide strategic guidance on property tax compliance, valuation methodologies, appeal opportunities, and risk mitigation strategies.
- Oversee preparation and timely filing of personal property tax returns across various jurisdictions.
- Direct and manage property tax appeal processes, including negotiations with taxing authorities.
- Monitor changes in tax laws and regulations and conduct research related to property tax compliance matters.
- Ensure proper tracking and reporting of assessment notices, tax bills, acquisitions, disposals, and asset classifications.
- Review prior year tax protest results and identify opportunities for process improvement and tax savings.
- Lead, mentor, and develop associates, senior associates, and managers within the property tax practice.
- Support recruiting, onboarding, training, and performance management initiatives.
- Drive process improvements related to compliance workflows, reporting, and technology utilization.
- Utilize PTMS and related systems to enhance workflow management and operational efficiency.
- Support strategic planning initiatives and collaborate with other service lines on special projects.
- Bachelor's degree required from an accredited college/university; CMI preferred.
- 5+ years of property tax experience with client management responsibilities.
- Strong knowledge of property valuation, tax compliance, and appeal hearings.
- Familiarity with multi‑state local appraisal districts.
- Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Strong leadership, organizational, and project management abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
- Detail‑oriented with strong research and negotiation skills.
- Experience with PTMS required.
This role follows a hybrid work model for candidates located near a Crowe office. Remote work arrangements may also be considered based on location and business needs where a Crowe location is not in proximity to the applicant.
We expect the candidate to uphold Crowe's values of Care, Trust, Courage, and Stewardship. These values define who we are. We expect all of our people to act ethically and with integrity at all times.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Crowe is not sponsoring for work authorization at this time.
The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and…
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