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Cost Segregation Senior Associate

Withum Smith+Brown

New York City, New York

Job description

Overview

In this role you will perform engineering-based cost segregation studies for diverse real estate assets, collaborating with a cross-functional team to maximize client tax savings. You will review cost and asset documentation, conduct site visits, and prepare IRS-compliant reports while staying current on regulatory changes. You'll manage multiple engagements and mentor junior staff, contributing to the growth of a specialized practice. This hybrid, client-focused position offers meaningful impact and growth within a respected firm.

Compensation / Benefits
  • competitive benefits package
  • bonus program
  • hybrid work schedule (3 days in office)
  • career growth opportunities
  • exposure to a specialized practice
  • equal opportunity employer
Responsibilities
  • Perform cost segregation studies for new, constructed, renovated, and existing properties
  • Review construction documents, depreciation schedules, appraisals, engineering reports, and fixed asset records
  • Conduct property site visits and document asset classifications
  • Prepare engineering-based cost segregation reports meeting IRS guidelines
  • Research federal tax regulations related to depreciation, capitalization, bonus depreciation, and tangible property rules
  • Identify fixed asset planning opportunities and provide tax-saving recommendations
  • Manage multiple engagements; collaborate with clients, contractors, engineers, and internal professionals
  • Review staff work and provide coaching, mentorship, and technical guidance
  • Assist Managers and Partners with client relationship management and business development
  • Stay current on technical and industry developments and evaluate impact on clients' tax positions
  • Participate in training initiatives and contribute to practice growth
Key requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in relevant fields
  • 3-5 years of cost segregation, fixed asset consulting, real estate tax, valuation, or related experience
  • CPA, EA, CCSP, PE, or related credentials preferred but not required
  • Strong understanding of MACRS depreciation, cost segregation methodologies, and tangible property regulations
  • Experience analyzing construction costs, fixed asset records, and building component classifications
  • Ability to interpret architectural, engineering, and construction documentation
  • Excellent project management and organizational skills; ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
  • Experience mentoring junior team members preferred
  • Willingness to travel for site inspections and meetings
  • Compensation range: $90,000-$110,000
  • Benefits package and bonus program information available on company site
  • Strong communication skills
  • Mentoring and coaching ability
  • Project management
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel
  • MACRS depreciation rules
  • Cost segregation methodologies

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