Senior Consultant, Commercial Property Tax​/Commercial Valuation

Position Overview

Senior Consultant (“Senior Consultant”) works with a team to identify property tax savings opportunities for clients and possesses an intermediate understanding of valuation techniques. This includes conducting research, analyzing and interpreting comparable assessment data, market data and sales transactions. The Senior Consultant assists the team with assessment review and monitoring the appeal process for client portfolios. The Senior Consultant is responsible for creating positive team member experiences, which lead to excellent client service and drive revenue and profit for the Firm.

The ideal candidate will have analytical and problem‑solving skills, coupled with strong people skills.

• Research issues, reconcile databases, and complete detailed calculations.
• Respond to client inquiries and requests from tax authorities.
• Demonstrate full understanding of the annual property tax cycle for assigned real property portfolios.
• Build awareness/understanding of jurisdictional rules and filing requirements.
• Collect, review and fully understand client‑provided data.
• Inspect properties and prepare appropriate reports deemed necessary by management.
• Analyze assessment notices and determine potential assessment reductions.
• Use software knowledge to efficiently work with client data.
• Apply knowledge of assessment review, appeal determination, tax bill administration and the three valuation approaches (cost, sales‑comparison and income).
• Possess knowledge of assessment equalization methodology that may apply in certain states.
• Handle appeals and monitor appeals process.
• Attend client status calls and meetings and provide supporting data and findings for leadership team.
• Work effectively with clients by taking an interest in the client’s industry and inquiring about trends and processes to gain a full understanding of their core business.
• Participate in recruiting efforts.
• Interact and communicate effectively with team members.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Engineering, Economics, Real Estate, Business Management, Public Administration, MIS/Entrepreneurship, International Business or a related field; MBA, MST, or JD preferred.
• One to three years of property tax or tax‑related experience; commercial valuation experience is also considered.
• Desire to perform in a high‑energy team environment.
• Demonstrated leadership, problem‑solving, strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple assignments, and work with ambiguity.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with professionals at all levels.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and internet research.

• Valid driver’s license required.

• Standard indoor working environment with occasional long periods of sitting or standing.
• Regular interaction with employees and clients in person, via e‑mail and telephone.
• Independent travel requirement: 10% local travel.

• Hybrid work options.
• Award‑winning culture.
• Generous personal time off (PTO).
• 14‑weeks of 100% paid leave for new parents (adoption included).
• Monthly gym membership reimbursement or gym equipment reimbursement.
• 401k with employer match.
• Tuition reimbursement after one year of service.
• Fertility assistance program.
• Four‑week company‑paid sabbatical eligibility after five years of service.

Ryan is an equal‑opportunity employer and is committed to compliance with all applicable laws prohibiting employment discrimination. We provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities. Applicants for employment in the U.S. must have work authorization that does not require future sponsorship of a visa.