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Constellation Senior SALT Property Tax Analyst in Chicago, Illinois
WHO WE ARE
As the nation's largest producer of clean, carbon-free energy, Constellation is focused on our purpose: accelerating the transition to a carbon-free future. We have been the leader in clean energy production for more than a decade, and we are cultivating a workplace where our employees can grow, thrive, and contribute.
Our culture and employee experience make it clear: We are powered by passion and purpose. Together, we're creating healthier communities and a cleaner planet, and our people are the driving force behind our success. At Constellation, you can build a fulfilling career with opportunities to learn, grow and make an impact. By doing our best work and meeting new challenges, we can accomplish great things and help fight climate change. Join us to lead the clean energy future.
TOTAL REWARDS
Constellation offers a wide range of benefits and rewards to help our employees thrive professionally and personally. We provide competitive compensation and benefits that support both employees and their families, helping them prepare for the future. In addition to highly competitive salaries, we offer a bonus program, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase program; comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, including a robust wellness program; paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick days; and much more.
Expected salary range of $97,200 to $108,000, varies based on experience, along with comprehensive benefits package that includes bonus and 401(k).
Primary Purpose of Position
The State and Local Property Tax Senior Analyst (“SALT Senior”) supports the property tax compliance function and assists with property tax planning for Constellation’s companies. The property tax compliance function includes accounting support, forecasting, property tax filings and payments. The Property Tax team utilizes a third-party compliance service provider to accomplish property tax compliance tasks. The property tax planning function includes, but is not limited to, property tax negotiations, the identification and implementation of property tax planning opportunities, due diligence support, identification and mitigation of risks, and audit management. The SALT Senior will support the Property Tax manager on various projects, due diligence, appeals, negotiations, and research.
Primary Duties and Accountabilities
Support property tax manager on litigation matters and with negotiations of property tax agreements. Responsibilities include creation of various scenarios and research.
Support property tax compliance function to ensure all property tax compliance requirements are timely met. Responsibilities include working with third-party compliance service provider to resolve issues involving missing tax payments, tax bills and notices. Supports provider’s information data requests, the property tax payment process, and reviews tax returns.
Assist in identifying property tax planning risks and opportunities, support and assistance in implementation of planning ideas.
Support due diligence and various transaction support associated with property tax. Research various taxing jurisdictions’ property tax laws and tax rates.
Support various business partners including, but not limited to, legal, accounting, finance, business operations, government affairs, and regulatory teams by providing property tax data.
Manage all internal and external information requests related to property tax matters.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Real Estate, or related field.
At least five years of property tax compliance, consulting, and planning experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Certified Member of the Institute for Professionals in Taxation, property tax designation or other professional certification.
PTMS or personal property tax software experience and understanding a plus.
Coursework in Appraisal desired.
Big-4 experience preferred.
Constellation is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and employees or applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to: age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.