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Property Tax Representative
Apply Job ID R000002845 Date posted 12/28/2020Chevron is one of the world's leading energy companies, with approximately 48,000 employees working in countries around the world. We explore, produce and transport crude oil and natural gas; refine, market and distribute fuels and other energy products; manufacture and sell petrochemical products; generate power; and develop future energy resources.
Chevron is accepting online applications for the position of Property Tax Representative located in Houston, 11/17 through 12/30 at 11:59 p.m. (Eastern Standard Time).
Responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to:
- Timely preparation and completion of state and local property tax filings for multiple entities and states pertaining to oil and gas producing properties, commercial properties/office buildings, refineries, industrial plants, and pipelines. This involves working with other departments within the company to gather the required information, compile supporting documentation, and use of tax software in the preparation of the tax filings.
- Ensures conformity of company property tax returns, payments and valuation procedures.
- Determines appropriate property tax valuation standards and identifies tax savings opportunities.
- Performs analysis of taxing authority assessed values, rules, regulations, laws and court decisions.
- Initiates appeals and legal challenges on valuations and regulatory issues as directed by Property Tax management.
- Negotiates tax settlements at all stages in the valuation assessment or appeal process.
- Collaborates with internal staff and industry tax committees in analyzing and developing action plans to address adverse state and local property tax regulations.
- Stays current with changes in business operations, regulatory requirements, and accounting system.
- Utilizes new technology and software to streamline and enhance processes, manage large data sets, and enhance analysis.
- Travels as necessary to participate in various property tax activities such as: field tours of company assets/sites, state/local assessment reviews, board/appeal hearings, and industry conferences.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, economics, or engineering disciplines.
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a broad range of property tax matters including: tax filings, compliance and valuation matters, knowledge of various types of taxable properties and valuation methodologies, appeals, and negotiation of settlements.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Working knowledge of SAP or other ERP systems data warehouse/business tools and be a highly competent computer/systems user.
- Hold certified professional designations such as: CMI from Institute of Professionals in Taxation, ASA, or other property tax designations.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.
Travel is required and can be frequent (approximately 25%).
Relocation Options:
Relocation will not be considered.
International Considerations:
Expatriate assignments will not be considered.
Regulatory Disclosure for US Positions:
Chevron is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breast-feeding and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability (including medical condition), military or veteran status, political preference, marital status, citizenship, genetic information or other status protected by law or regulation.
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation, please email us at emplymnt@chevron.com.
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