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Senior Advisor, Property Tax

Invenergy · Chicago, IL · $125,000–$150,000 a year · Full time

Posted Jul 17, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you found an assessment you believed was too high. What did you do about it?

What they are checking: Whether they can build an evidence-based appeal instead of simply accepting or complaining about a valuation.

Describe a time you worked with an outside advisor or consultant on property tax. How did you divide the work?

What they are checking: Whether they manage external advisors actively and own the result rather than handing off judgment entirely.

What would you do

A developer wants to know what a PILOT agreement with a county would look like for their project. How would you help them?

What they are checking: Whether they can translate tax mechanics into terms a non-tax partner can use during local negotiations.

Investors are asking why the property tax line in the model changed late in development. How do you explain it?

What they are checking: Whether they can trace a number back to its assumptions and defend the change clearly to people who care about returns.

You notice an error in a property tax filing your team already submitted. What happens next?

What they are checking: Whether they correct mistakes openly and quickly, which matters more to a tax team than never making one.

About the work

Walk me through how you would model property tax for a new utility-scale solar project before it reaches construction.

What they are checking: Whether they understand that property tax estimates feed project economics and investor returns long before a bill ever arrives.

How do the property tax rules for a wind farm differ from those for a gas plant or a battery storage site?

What they are checking: Whether they know that assessment methods, exemptions and depreciation schedules vary by asset type and by state.

How do you keep track of filing deadlines and renditions across dozens of jurisdictions in different states?

What they are checking: Whether they have a real compliance calendar habit, since one missed rendition can bring penalties or lost exemptions.

What do you look at to decide whether a state abatement or incentive program is worth pursuing for a project?

What they are checking: Whether they weigh savings against conditions, clawbacks and timing rather than chasing every incentive on paper.

How have you used Excel or other tools to build a property tax model that someone else could pick up and use?

What they are checking: Whether their models are clear and auditable, since a growing team needs work others can check and reuse.

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The full job description

As published by Invenergy.

Invenergy is North America’s largest privately held developer, owner, and operator of power infrastructure. With 25 years of trusted execution, we deliver reliable, affordable energy through a diverse portfolio that includes natural gas, solar, land-based wind, energy storage, transmission, and domestic manufacturing. Headquartered in Chicago, we develop, own, and operate large scale projects that power communities and support the energy future. This position will be open for application for at least 3 calendar days from the posting date. This position will remain open for application based on business need, which may be before or after the 3-day posting window. Job Description Senior Advisor, Property Tax As Senior Advisor, Property Tax, you will work with our expanding tax team and play a key role in achieving Company and investor tax objectives. Join a dynamic, growing company and experience a broad range of challenging tax advisory and compliance issues in the renewable energy industry. The Senior Property Tax Advisor supports property tax planning, modeling, and compliance activities while partnering with a cross-functional team of tax professionals. Engage with a cross functional team of tax professionals, project developers, and external advisors to meet ongoing obligations and uncover new opportunities. This role is located in our downtown Chicago office. Responsibilities • Lead high impact property tax planning, modeling, and compliance initiatives that shape project outcomes. • Steer and coordinate with top advisors and law firms across the country. • Act as the go-to property tax expert, connecting insights across teams and driving alignment. • Represent the organization in discussions with state and local tax authorities on key project matters. • Champion process and technology enhancements that streamline operations and elevate quality. • Take the reins on important processes and projects—charting the course, tracking progress, and delivering meaningful results. Minimum Qualifications • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; • 5+ years of multi-state property tax experience. • Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future. Preferred Qualifications • Juris Doctor, CPA, or CMI preferred. • A curious, solutions‑driven thinker with strong analytical skills who can independently drive work while partnering effectively across functions. • Technical rigor with exceptional attention to detail. • Sharp communicator, with clear, confident writing and the ability to articulate complex issues in a way that lands with the audience. • Adept at independently navigating tax and legal research platforms. • Eagerness to build and grow technical tax knowledge in a dynamic environment. Base Pay $125,000.00 - 150,000.00 USD Annual 20-30% Bonus The base pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target salary for the position. Invenergy considers a number of factors when determining base pay offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education and skills. In addition to base pay, the total annual compensation package may also include eligibility to participate in our bonus program(s) which are designed to reward individual and company performance. Your recruiter can share more about bonus eligibility for this position during the hiring process. Invenergy offers a variety of other benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k, paid time off, etc. Invenergy LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.

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