Property Tax Accountant – Downtown Houston – Hybrid

Job Title:

Property Tax Analyst

Industry:

Oil & Gas / Energy

Salary:

$75,000 – $95,000 base + bonus eligible (depending on experience)

Why This Opportunity Stands Out:

  • Impactful Role: Work on large-scale energy assets where property tax savings directly impact company profitability.
  • Complex & Engaging Work: Exposure to a variety of assets (pipelines, plants, equipment, facilities) across multiple jurisdictions.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with finance, tax, and operations teams as well as external consultants and auditors.
  • Growth Potential: Gain visibility within tax and finance leadership with potential for progression into senior tax or broader corporate tax roles.
  • Strong Benefits Package: Competitive compensation, performance bonus, comprehensive medical coverage, 401(k) match, PTO, and hybrid work flexibility.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage property tax compliance reporting, including preparation, review, and filing of state and local tax returns.
  • Review, audit, and verify the accuracy of valuation and assessment-related tax documents.
  • Prepare and analyze valuation data to support assessment settlement hearings.
  • Support monthly and quarterly variance analysis of property tax expense.
  • Prepare monthly and quarterly reconciliations of property tax account balances.
  • Assist in the preparation of Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) rate case schedules and supporting data.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field.
  • 2+ years of property tax, state/local tax, or related accounting experience (oil & gas industry experience a plus).
  • Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret valuation data and financial reports.
  • Proficiency with Excel and ERP systems (SAP/Oracle preferred).
  • Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
  • Strong communication skills with ability to collaborate across departments and with external stakeholders.

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