Commerical / Industrial Analyst

Job Summary:

Kovitz Shifrin Nesbit is growing! A well-established and leading real estate tax firm focusing on the appeal of commercial, industrial, and investment property is seeking a Commercial/Industrial Analyst­­­­­ for our Homewood, IL office. Must have strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills. Must be comfortable working independently yet be a team player. Must be able to efficiently manage multiple projects and exercise good judgment in dealing with highly confidential matters. At KSN, we value the drive to learn and produce results just as highly as past experience.

The starting salary for this position is $68,000, contingent up level of experience. KSN offers a full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, basic life/AD & D coverage, voluntary life insurance, critical illness, accident, hospital, and a retirement plan for those who are eligible.

Business hours for this exempt position are 9:00am. to 5:00pm, Monday through Friday. This is an in-office position, without the potential to work hybrid.

To apply for this position, please submit your application via iHire. If qualified, you will be contacted through our Applicant System, Paylocity. 

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Prepare and timely file property tax appeal complaints and supporting documentation for residential, commercial, and industrial properties.
• Draft factual summaries and preliminary briefs for attorney review, including analysis of income-producing properties and development projects (new construction, rehabilitation, demolition).
• Collect, organize, and submit supporting evidence such as appraisals, rent rolls, vacancy affidavits, and related documentation.
• Manage case dockets to ensure compliance with all filing deadlines, hearings, and evidentiary requirements.
• Review and analyze assessment records, tax histories, and property record cards to identify appeal opportunities or discrepancies.
• Track and assist with tax objection matters in Circuit Court, including court calls and document production.
• Maintain and update case-tracking databases to monitor status and outcomes.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients regarding data requests, case status updates, and general inquiries.
• Coordinate with County officials on hearing schedules, refund processing, and certificate of error applications.
• Draft clear, professional correspondence for clients, attorneys, and government agencies.
• After completion of training, support economic development and tax incentive matters, including Class 6b, 7, and 8 incentive applications, renewal affidavits, and Tax Increment Financing (TIF)-related filings.

Required Qualifications:

• Ability to draft and edit clear, professional business correspondence with strong grammar and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Access, with the ability to quickly learn new software and database systems.
• Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to independently manage a high volume of cases, deadlines, and competing priorities.
• Professionalism, tact, and diplomacy when interacting with clients, attorneys, and government personnel.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree, Associate’s degree, or Paralegal Certificate.
• Prior experience in a law firm, real estate company, or municipal government.
• Familiarity with the Cook County property tax process and procedures.