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• Employee stock ownership program eligibility begins on day one of employment (ESOP contribution is targeted at 6% of your annual compensation)

• Company paid parental leave

• Generous time off package

• Multiple benefit plans, eligibility begins on day one of employment

• Culturally focused on work/life balance, and the overall wellness of our employees

**Candidates for this position must be located in the Virginia/Washington D.C. region.**

Position Summary

The Director is responsible for the provision of property tax services to DMA's clients including managing processes and personnel in the operation's performance of Real Estate and/or Business Personal Property assessment reviews for DMA clients, to achieve maximum tax savings and provide other state and local tax consulting services.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Participate in the talent acquisition process for the team to add top talent
Provide leadership, direction, and guidance to coach, motivate, and lead team members to their optimum performance levels and career development
Ensures the operation's adoption of, and adherence to, best practices and client service principles; for themselves and team members
Focus team activities on prudent financial management with a goal of profit margin enhancement; meet set goals on production and revenue generation from assigned client accounts
Participate in production/revenue forecasting, financial modeling, strategic planning and budgeting as requested
Assist in growing office, region, and division from a market-share and financial perspective
Provide service to clients in the assessment review process, including representing clients during appeals and hearings with State and Local taxing authorities
Prepares reports and analyses supporting DMA's position for State and Local taxing authorities; reviews and submits periodic status reports to clients; prepares Reports of Findings and other general correspondence for clients
Uses DMA templates or valuation models for property valuation, fixed asset reconciliation or classification, determine client's prior methodologies, identify exemptions and abatements, identifying and reporting potential tax savings opportunities
Attend on-site inspection of client property (plants and operations)
Active participation in business development activities - including identifying, scoping and developing customized solutions for new and prospective clients, as well as meeting with potential prospects; ability to communicate DMA's other service lines to prospects
Account management responsibilities for assigned clients - developing, sustaining and enhancing relationships with DMA clients and prospects
Participation in DMA & Industry tax community events and other forums as a public speaker, panelist or other representative of the company to create marketplace awareness and facilitate educational opportunities to our clients and prospects
Assist in production and invoicing process
Track and monitor all relevant jurisdictional deadlines associated with return filings, audits, informal and formal appeals & protests, mailing & payment dates for tax bills
Research and follow industry or market activity/trends in assigned geographic area
Research and follow state and local tax issues, legislation, court cases, etc.
Non-Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Perform other duties as assigned
Education and Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Real Estate, Finance, Economics, or a related field
10+ years professional experience; property tax, valuation, or accounting preferred
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, demonstrated problem-solving
Organizational, research and interpersonal skills required
Proven ability to direct and manage staff
Ability to multi-task and prioritize projects and deadlines
Valid driver's license

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