Solar Tax Consultant; Remote

Solar Tax Consultant (Remote Contract – 6 Months)

Sol America Energy is looking for a seasoned property tax specialist to provide consulting services on solar property tax, navigating complex regulations and delivering estimates, work orders, and a 6‑month engagement of roughly 10 hours per week within the EST time zone.

Sol America Energy will supply site data. Deliverables include:

• Overview of statewide solar property tax codes (market assessment)
• Summary of local solar property tax codes (project assessment)
• 40‑year property tax forecast and roll‑back taxes (project assessment)
• PILOT assistance on negotiation and cost estimation

• Appraisal methods and cost analysis for a solar facility
• Assessment procedures and depreciation schedules (if defined at the state level)
• Options for Payment in Lieu of Tax (PILOT) agreements
• Solar tax exemptions or potential tax reduction opportunities

• Applicable property tax rates
• Appraisal methods, including a cost breakdown for a solar facility, if relevant
• Exemption/abatement ratios (if applicable)
• Assessment processes
• Depreciation schedules (if determined locally)
• Local tax abatement/exemption options for solar facilities
• Calculations for roll‑back taxes, where applicable
• Availability of Payment in Lieu of Tax (PILOT) agreements
• Solar tax exemptions or opportunities for tax reductions

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field (preferred)
• Minimum five years estimating property taxes for renewable energy facilities; solar experience preferred
• Proficiency researching tax codes and regulations to develop tax forecasts
• Expertise uncovering PILOT programs, abatements, exemptions, and related opportunities

This is a consulting engagement with no standard employee benefits; offers flexible, independent work and valuable experience.