Manager - Personal Property Tax, State and Local Tax Services (52725)

Citrin Cooperman offers a dynamic work environment, fostering professional growth and collaboration. We’re continuously seeking talented individuals who bring a problem-solving mindset, fresh perspectives, and sharp technical expertise. We know you have choices, so our team of collaborative, innovative professionals are ready to support your professional development. At Citrin Cooperman, we offer competitive compensation and benefits and most importantly, the flexibility to manage your personal and professional life to focus on what matters most to you!

We are seeking a Manager – Personal Property Tax, State and Local Tax Services, to join our State and Local Tax Services team.

Responsibilities are, but not limited to:

• Business Personal Property Tax Compliance & Management
  • Oversee the preparation, review, and timely filing of all business personal property tax returns across state and local jurisdictions.
  • Ensure accurate asset classification, valuation, and situs determination in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Maintain and enhance processes for tracking fixed assets subject to BPP taxation, collaborating with Fixed Asset and Accounting teams.
  • Manage assessment notices, tax bills, and payment processes to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Planning, Strategy & Risk Management
  • Identify opportunities to minimize BPP tax exposure through effective classification, exemptions, abatements, and planning strategies.
  • Monitor legislative, regulatory, and administrative developments affecting BPP and SALT and assess their impact on the business.
  • Develop and recommend process improvements to strengthen controls, improve efficiency, and mitigate tax risk.
• Audits, Appeals & Controversy
  • Manage BPP tax audits and inquiries from state and local taxing authorities.
  • Prepare and oversee appeals, exemptions, and refund claims; coordinate with internal stakeholders and external advisors (as needed).
  • Negotiate with assessors and taxing authorities to achieve favorable resolutions.
• Collaboration & Leadership
  • Serve as the primary internal resource on business personal property tax matters.
  • Partner with Finance, Accounting, Operations, Supply Chain, and Legal teams to align tax treatment with business activities.
  • Manage relationships with third-party tax service providers and consultants.
  • Mentor and provide technical guidance to staff or cross-functional partners, as applicable.