Property Tax, Analyst

Our Property Tax group, within the Indirect Tax practice, is a leader in the global commercial real estate (CRE) industry. Our dedicated team focuses on helping clients optimize cash flow and mitigate risk by addressing the intricacies of property assessment and taxation. You will play a key role in supporting our clients in relation to both regional and national projects, as well as value-added tax projects associated with property assessment and taxation. Your expertise will be called upon to critically review and evaluate property tax appeal positions, offering informed recommendations and adeptly managing the appeal process in accordance with the firm's rigorous policies, standards, and guidelines.

Meaningful work you'll be part of
As a Property Tax Analyst, you'll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex property tax issues from strategy to execution. You will provide strategic advice on local property assessment and tax affairs. Your expertise will be crucial in performing assessment valuation analysis, preparing comprehensive reports, and navigating assessment reviews and appeals.

• Conduct market and data analysis: utilize data analytics to provide insights that inform property valuation and tax strategies, and maintain the highest standards of quality in data management
• Engage in strategic property assessment and taxation review: conduct strategic analysis of property assessments to ensure accurate taxation and identify opportunities for cash flow optimization
• Facilitate appeals and dispute resolution: assist in the management of appeals; including valuation analysis and the preparation of hearing materials
• Innovative problem-solving: Apply innovative thinking to solve complex property tax challenges, adding value to client engagements

Experience and skills you'll use to solve
• Tax Experience: Prior experience in property tax or CRE valuation, either in the public or private sector, is an asset
• A post-secondary degree (or equivalent work experience) in real property valuation, property assessment, real estate, urban studies, economics, finance, or law is essential
• This role doesn't support completion of the Canadian CPA designation
• Technology proficiency: familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat), and advanced Excel skills
• Analytical skills: candidates must possess strong attention to detail and the ability to conduct both quantitative and qualitative analysis
• Teamwork and collaboration: ability to work well in a team environment, share and collaborate effectively with others
• Self-motivation: a self-motivated individual who is detail-oriented, deadline-driven, and capable of creative problem-solving
• Communication and interpersonal skills: verbal and written communication skills are essential, along with good interpersonal skills and the ability to read and interpret legislation
• PwC Canada is committed to cultivating an inclusive, hybrid work environment. Exact expectations for your team can be discussed with your interviewer

Why you'll love PwC
We're inspiring and empowering our people to change the world. Powered by the latest technology, you'll be a part of diverse teams helping public and private clients build trust and deliver sustained outcomes. This meaningful work, and our continuous development environment, will take your career to the next level. We reward your impact, and support your wellbeing, through a competitive compensation package, inclusive benefits and flexibility programs that will help you thrive in work and life. Learn more about our Application Process and Total Rewards Package at: https://jobs-ca.pwc.com/ca/en/life-at-pwc

PwC Canada acknowledges that we work and live across Turtle Island, on the land that is now known as Canada, which are the lands of the ancestral, treaty and unceded territories of the First Nations, Métis and Inuit Peoples. We recognize the systemic racism, colonialism and oppression that Indigenous Peoples have experienced and still go through, and we commit to allyship and solidarity.

At PwC Canada, our most valuable asset is our people and we grow stronger as we learn from one another. We're committed to creating an equitable and inclusive community of solvers where everyone feels that they truly belong. We understand that experience comes in many forms and building trust in society and solving important problems is only possible if we reflect the mosaic of the society we live in.
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