Personal Property Tax Analyst - Beachwood, OH

About Us

Master Builders Solutions is a global brand of advanced chemical solutions for construction. Our comprehensive portfolio includes sustainable concrete admixtures and underground construction solutions. We constantly strive to solve tomorrow’s challenges through our talented people, sound science, innovation, and communication with our global partners. We provide new solutions to satisfy industry demand for specific structure strengths while understanding the need for sustainability and environmental consciousness.

Role Overview

The Personal Property Tax Analyst reports directly to the Indirect Tax Manager and is responsible for managing and supporting the company’s personal property tax compliance, reporting, and audit processes across multiple jurisdictions with key decisions made under managerial oversight. This role ensures accurate reporting of business assets, timely filing of returns, and proper application of valuation and depreciation methods while minimizing tax exposure and maintaining compliance with applicable laws.  The analyst works closely with the Indirect Tax Manager to create and refine processes through cross-departmental collaboration, while providing guidance and support to the Tax Administrator on Sales & Use Tax matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and file personal property tax returns for multiple states and local jurisdictions
• Analyze fixed asset records to identify taxable personal property and applicable exemptions
• Apply appropriate depreciation schedules, valuation methods, and situs rules
• Reconcile personal property tax filings to fixed asset and general ledger records
• Review assessment notices for accuracy and identify opportunities for appeal or correction
• Assist with preparation and support of personal property tax audits and assessments
• Coordinate with third-party tax advisors, consultants, and local taxing authorities
• Track filing calendars, payment deadlines, and jurisdictional requirements
• Maintain accurate documentation, workpapers, and asset support schedules
• Monitor changes in personal property tax laws and reporting requirements
• Assist with sales & use tax questions
• Assist Indirect Tax Manager on SUT refund claims and adhoc projects

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or related field required. Additional years of experience would be considered om 
• 4+ years of experience in personal property tax compliance or related tax functions
• Working knowledge of personal property tax laws, asset valuation, and depreciation methods
• Experience working with tax compliance processes
• Strong analytical, reconciliation, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, data analysis)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with multi-jurisdictional personal property tax filings
• Familiarity with Personal Property Tax (PPT) & ERP software (e.g.,S4/Hana, SAP, Oracle, PTMS, or similar systems)
• Experience supporting personal property tax appeals
• Exposure to sales & use tax or property tax compliance

Core Competencies

• Attention to detail and data accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and jurisdictions
• Independent work with minimal supervision
• Cross-functional collaboration with accounting, finance, and operations
• Professional judgment and confidentiality

Work Environment

• Corporate office with partial hybrid work environment
• Collaboration with internal stakeholders and external tax advisors
• Periodic peak workloads during filing and assessment seasons

What We Offer

As an employee of Master Builder Solutions, you will enjoy competitive health and insurance plans, robust retirement benefits with company-matching contributions, and continuous opportunities for learning and growth. Our work environment fosters collaboration, teamwork, and safety. We reward our employees with challenging and rewarding experiences, ongoing educational development, and a commitment to lifelong learning. Join our team and take ownership of your role while positively impacting our global organization.

We believe in empowering our employees to make informed decisions based on their experiences, taking ownership of their responsibilities, and driving positive action towards rewarding goals. Regardless of your role, we encourage you to provide leadership and contribute to the success of our company.

Build your career with Master Builders Solutions and be part of a dynamic and rewarding journey!

Note

Master Builders Solutions is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status