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Transaction Coordinator, TaxProper

About Mainstay

Are you ready to be a part of something groundbreaking? Mainstay is the leading market intelligence platform purpose-built for buying, managing, and selling homes in the single-family rental industry. We empower informed decision-making and unlock opportunities for owners, operators, and residents by aggregating and standardizing data from over 50 unique sources. Originally founded within Opendoor, Mainstay launched as an independent company in 2024, driven by our mission to simplify the complex and bring clarity and trust to the single-family rental ecosystem. Join us as we reshape the future of the industry!

About the team

Each local government independently designs, administers, and collects what, in aggregate, is the largest single source of revenue for American local governments – property taxes. The result is a patchwork of more than 20,000 unique property tax regimes — a regulatory and compliance nightmare for institutional real estate operators and enterprises with large real estate footprints.

The Tax Proper team builds products that help institutional and enterprise customers manage their property taxes. As a member of the team, you’ll help build our property tax data product and property tax payments product.

What you'll do

As a Transaction Coordinator, you’ll collect and report property tax bill data, facilitate property tax payments, and help customers maintain their property tax accruals and budgeting in our software platform.

You are expected to:

Conduct in-depth research to identify, analyze, and confirm complex property tax information, ensuring compliance with local, state, and national regulations
Leverage advanced tools, online databases, public records, and proprietary systems to gather and validate property tax data
Input, audit and validate property tax details into software systems, prioritizing data accuracy and integrity to minimize errors
Independently investigate, resolve, and manage escalated property tax inquiries from cross-functional teams and customers, providing actionable solutions and insights
Execute proactive strategies to retrieve and verify missing or ambiguous tax data, employing problem-solving and analytical skills
Collaborate with high-performing teams to develop and implement innovative processes, tools, and strategies that enhance the overall customer experience
Proactively identify opportunities to expand and refine responsibilities as the role evolves, driving personal and professional growth

What we're looking for

2-3 years of tax, accounting, operations, transaction coordination, or finance experience
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
Thrive in a fast-paced start-up environment and are excited to create new things
Expertise in using Excel, including proficiency in advanced functions such as pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and data visualization.

Bonus points if you have:

Experience with accruals, month-end journal entries, and other basic accounting concepts.
Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or Economics
Experience interacting with eternal client accounts
Experience with SQL and/or Data Analysis tools

Compensation and Benefits

Mainstay’s compensation varies by U.S. geographic market to align with local labor costs. For most locations, the hourly pay range for this position is $22.31 - $31.32, while the hourly pay range for roles based in the SF Bay Area, Seattle, and New York City Metro area is $27.88 - $34.85. Pay is based on location, skills, and experience, and your recruiter will confirm the specific range for your job location. Please note that remote roles are available in all U.S. states except Hawaii, Alaska, Montana, and U.S. Territories.

Benefits Package (for full-time employees only):

Paid time off and 12 paid holidays annually
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Basic life insurance
401(k) retirement plan

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Mainstay Built on Trust

At Mainstay, trust is at the core of everything we do. We build trust with everyone -- from candidates to employees to partners. We believe in fairness and openness throughout our hiring process, evaluating candidates based on qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status. Our privacy practices describe how we handle applicant information, you can find the policy details for California residents here.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, religious beliefs, or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please contact us at mainstay-recruiting@opendoor.com

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What You Should Know About Transaction Coordinator, TaxProper, Mainstay Labs Inc.

Are you excited about the idea of streamlining the complexities of property tax for a cutting-edge company? As a Transaction Coordinator at TaxProper, you'll play a crucial role in reshaping the landscape of property tax management for institutional and enterprise clients. In this role, you’ll collect and report property tax bill data, facilitating seamless property tax payments while helping clients maintain their tax accruals and budgeting right within our innovative software platform. You’ll dive deep into research, analyzing intricate property tax information to ensure compliance with a range of regulations. Your organizational skills will shine as you input, audit, and validate tax data, while your problem-solving capabilities will come into play when managing escalated inquiries from clients. Collaborating with our talented team, you will contribute to the development of fresh tools and strategies, all aimed at improving the overall customer experience. If you thrive in a fast-paced start-up environment and have a knack for numbers, this is the perfect opportunity for you to grow both personally and professionally while being a vital part of TaxProper's mission to simplify property tax management.

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What are the main responsibilities of a Transaction Coordinator at TaxProper?

As a Transaction Coordinator at TaxProper, your primary responsibilities will include collecting and reporting property tax bill data, facilitating payments, and maintaining accurate tax accruals for clients. You'll conduct thorough research to ensure compliance with various local, state, and national regulations, leveraging advanced tools and databases to validate property tax information. Moreover, you'll manage inquiries from cross-functional teams and clients, ensuring swift resolutions while collaborating with a dynamic team to refine processes and enhance customer experiences.