Job Description
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Lithia & Driveway is one of the largest global automotive retailers providing a wide array of products and services throughout the ownership lifecycle. They are seeking a Property Tax Accountant to support real and personal property tax compliance across the United States and Canada, partnering closely with external vendors and internal teams to ensure accuracy in property tax filings and payments.
Responsibilities
- Support U.S. and Canadian real and personal property tax compliance, including coordination of tax payments, review of tax bills, and assistance with property tax accruals and reconciliations
- Partner with external property tax vendors to ensure timely and accurate filings and payments, respond to routine data requests, and resolve discrepancies
- Prepare and compile data for annual property tax renditions and review vendor-prepared renditions for accuracy and completeness
- Investigate property tax notices, billing discrepancies, penalties, and interest, escalating issues and coordinating with vendors and internal stakeholders as needed
- Support property tax appeals by gathering supporting documentation, assisting with filings, tracking appeal status, and coordinating with vendors and internal teams
- Collaborate with accounting, finance, fixed assets, and real estate teams to gather and validate property tax data
- Maintain documentation and follow established processes to support compliance, audits, and internal controls, while identifying opportunities for continuous improvement
- Provide support for ad hoc property tax projects and analyses, including process improvements and cross-functional initiatives
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 1–3 years of experience in corporate tax, property tax, or state and local tax compliance
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver accurate results in a deadline-driven environment
- High School graduate or equivalent, 18 years or older required
- CPA designation or progress toward CPA
- Experience supporting U.S. and/or Canadian property tax
- Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and tax compliance tools
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
- Paid Holidays & PTO
- Short and Long-Term Disability
- Paid Life Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Lithia Learning Center
- Vehicle Purchase Discounts
- Wellness Programs
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