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Associate Tax Consultant, Property Tax

Hybrid
Calgary, AB
Mid Level
full_time

Top Benefits

Employee stock ownership program, 6% contribution
Generous time off plans
Work/life balance and mental health support

About the role

As an employee-owned company, DMA prioritizes employees. Low turnover rates and tenured teams are living proof:

  • 2025 Great Places to Work Certified
  • Employee stock ownership program eligibility begins day one of employment. ESOP contribution is targeted at 6% of your annual compensation.
  • Generous time off plans.
  • Leadership team invested in the development, success, and happiness of our employees.
  • "Live and work like a DMA Employee-Owner”: We focus on work/life balance, mental health, and the overall wellness of our employees.

Position Summary

Provide a variety of property tax consulting services to both new and existing clients. Assist in building a practice that includes consultation on various property tax issues for commercial and light industrial properties. Help DMA continue to build leading property tax consulting services in Western Canada.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Assist in commercial property portfolio reviews ranging from low-liability retail properties up to complex, industrial type properties throughout Western Canada
  • Update, monitor, and maintain internal web-based Property Tax application containing clients’ property tax data
  • Compute estimation of property values, considering such factors as depreciation, replacement costs, value comparisons of similar properties, and income potential
  • Assist in preparation of reports of findings to clients
  • Attend hearings on behalf of clients when required
  • Conduct inspections of facilities and be involved in valuation negotiations with assessment jurisdictions and revaluation firms acting on behalf of the local government
  • Research trends and historical data in the commercial real estate market
  • Research sales of commercial/industrial real estate using electronic resources and field research
  • Gather assessment information from assessing jurisdictions
  • Network and develop relationships with Senior Tax Consultants and Tax Managers across DMA to identify opportunities and share best practices

Non-Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Provide support to Sr. Tax Consultant, Tax Managers, and Directors
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Education and Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field desired
  • 1-3 years’ experience working in an Assessment/Appraisal position or other relevant experience
  • Good verbal and written communication skills
  • Excellent time management skills
  • Self-motivated, ability to demonstrate initiative
  • Ability to work in a team and independently
  • Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
  • Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with DMA business development and sales personnel, clients, and Municipal assessment and tax staff
  • Some overnight travel may be required

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The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to its applicants and employees. The Company does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other category covered by federal, provincial, or local law. This equal employment opportunity policy applies to all employment policies, procedures, and practices, including but not limited to hiring, promotion, compensation, training, benefits, work assignments, discipline, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and other applicable provisional regulations, DMA will provide accommodation, accessible formats, and communication support for the interview upon request. If you have a disability and either need assistance applying online or need to request an accommodation during any part of the application process, please contact our Human Resources team at HRDepartment@dmainc.com or 800-309-2110 and choosing selection 6.

About DuCharme, McMillen & Associates, Inc.

Accounting
501-1000

DMA, a proudly employee-owned company, has been solving corporate tax challenges for its clients since 1972. Our employees' entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to client service sets us apart from our competitors. Our professionals span the United States, Canada and Europe to serve the largest public and private companies with the highest level of expertise. We are committed to truly serving as an extension of our client's tax department, going beyond mere partnering by adopting the perspective and commitment of our client's team members.

Our clients rely on us to deliver individualized, highly sophisticated services and solutions to help eliminate unnecessary future tax burdens and inefficiencies. We assign experienced professionals based on the specific needs and requirements for each client, ensuring unparalleled service.

Our areas of corporate taxation expertise include:

• Property Tax • Sales/Use & Commodity Tax • State Income & Franchise Tax • Tax Technology • Severance Tax • Value Added Tax • Customs & Duty • Crown Royalties • Unclaimed Property

The experts at DMA assist companies with minimizing their taxes, enhancing the efficiency of their tax administration through industry-leading technology solutions, and managing their tax compliance obligations. To learn more about DMA, visit DMAinc.com.