| Location | Winston-Salem, NC |
| Salary | $57,574.40–$66,210.56 Per Year |
Tax Manager
Salary
$57,574.40 - $66,210.56 Annually
Location
Government Center, 201 N. Chestnut Street, Winston-Salem, NC
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
09199
Department
Tax Administration
Opening Date
11/06/2026
Closing Date
11/16/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
General Statement of Duties
Forsyth Countys Tax Administration has an excellent opportunity for someone looking to become a part of the Tax Departments management team. The Tax Administration Department has an open Tax Manager position. The Tax Manager plans and coordinates the work for the listing, appraisal, and collections functions. You will be able to use your knowledge of the laws and policies pertaining to listing, appraisal, personal property, and the billing and collections of taxes on a daily basis. This position is responsible for supervising staff operations. Independent judgment and initiative are required as are tact and courtesy in dealing with the public. This Tax Manager position will primarily manage our Commercial Appraisal group.
Distinguishing Features
A successful candidate should have the following knowledge, skills and abilities:
Working knowledge of operations and procedures in listing, appraisal and collections division in Tax.
Maintain effective working relationships with other employees.
Communicate courteously with the public.
Maintain accurate records and balance accounts.
Minimum Education and Experience
Graduation from a two-year college with an Associates degree in business, accounting, public administration or closely related area and one year of supervisory experience.
Two years experience in a county tax environment to include real estate, personal property tax assessment and collections preferred.
Or
Graduation from high school or GED with one year of supervisory experience or two years of experience as a tax office lead, senior or equivalent and four total years of experience in tax environment in any of the following areas including real estate, personal property tax assessment and/or collections.
A valid drivers license is required.
A higher education level may be considered as a substitution for all or part of the experience requirement.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Supervises annual business personal property and individual personal property listing workflow and management of all deferment programs.
Supervises collection of current and delinquent taxes and other non tax revenues.
Supervises the appraisals of real estate during on going and reappraisal activities for tax purposes and ensures compliance with laws and regulations.
Trains staff on tax policy, tax software systems and all department policies.
Sets department work schedules and work assignments.
Evaluates the performance of employees and address issues involving disciplinary action.
Assists with the development of department policies and manuals.
Defends appeals of real estate, personal property and business personal property values and other related matters to the Board of Equalization and Review and the North Carolina Property Tax Commission.
An employee in this position may at any time be responsible to oversee staff and have oversight of the operations in any area of the tax office.
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The following supplemental questions may be used as a scored evaluation of your knowledge, skills and experience. Be certain that the choices you make correspond to the information you have provided on your application. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during a hiring interview. By completing this supplemental evaluation you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any information you provide may be reviewed by the hiring manager. Any misstatements or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or may result in dismissal. "See resume" is not an acceptable answer to the questions.
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What best describes your level of completed education?
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Do you have an Associates degree in Business, Accounting, Public Administration?
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Which best describes your years of supervisory experience?
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Which best describes your years of project management experience?
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Please explain your project management experience and where you gained this experience:
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What best describes your experience as a tax office lead, senior or equivalent?
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What best describes your experience in a county tax environment to include listing, appraisal and collections?
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Please explain your tax experience and where you gained this experience:
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Will you be able to attend training that may require you to spend one or more nights away from home?
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Do you have a valid drivers license?
Required Question
Employer Forsyth County (NC)
Address 201 N. Chestnut St.
Winston Salem, North Carolina, 27101
Phone 336-703-2400
Website http://www.forsyth.cc