Cost Segregation Senior Associate

Rehmann; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Rehmann in Cleveland, OH is seeking a cost segregation specialist to prepare and manage studies for diverse real estate holdings. The role coordinates information with clients and internal professionals and involves costing components using RS Means and Marshall & Swift.

You will travel up to 30% to sites, develop technical expertise in this niche area, and build strong internal relationships to deliver a remarkable client experience and contribute to client success.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of cost segregation experience in public accounting or related fields.
• Strong understanding of building construction principles.
• Proficient with Excel and Word; knowledge of RS Means and Marshall & Swift estimating guides.
• Reading blueprints and construction drawings.
• Excellent communication and client service skills.
• Able to self-manage and work independently.
• Knowledge of federal income tax depreciation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage cost segregation studies for clients with diverse real estate holdings.
• Coordinate and collect information from clients and internal professionals.
• Cost components of architectural, site, mechanical and electrical construction using pricing guides.
• Travel up to 30% and occasional overnight site inspections.
• Develop and maintain technical expertise in this tax specialty.
• Build internal relationships to support teamwork and collaboration.
• Deliver a outstanding client experience.
• Contribute to clients' organizational success.

Skills

Cost segregation experience

Building construction principles

Microsoft Excel

Reading blueprints

Client communication

Self-management

Continuous learning

Entrepreneurial mindset

Integrity

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting OR construction management OR architecture OR engineering

Tools

RS Means

Marshall & Swift estimating guides

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Job Description

• Prepare and manage cost segregation studies for clients with diverse real estate holdings in varied industries.
• Coordinate and collect information from our clients and our internal professionals relating to these studies.
• Costing of all components of architectural, site, mechanical and electrical construction utilizing pricing manuals such as RS Means and Marshall & Swift as well as industry accepted techniques and methods.
• Willingness to travel in and out of state, up to 30% and comfortable with occasional overnight travel for site inspections.
• Learn and maintain technical expertise in this specialty tax area.
• Build relationships internally to foster a culture of teamwork and collaboration.
• Providing a "wow" experience to every client.
• Contributing to the success of our clients’ organizations.

Desired Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• 2+ years of relevant cost segregation experience in public accounting or industry such as a boutique tax firm. Consideration will be given for experience in other disciplines such as architecture, construction management, engineering or appraisal fields also.
• Strong understanding of building construction principles.
• Proficient in Microsoft software including Excel and Word. Possess a working knowledge on RS Means and Marshall & Swift estimating guides.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, construction management, architecture, or engineering.
• Able to read blueprints and construction drawings including electrical, mechanical, civil and architecture.
• Ability to communicate effectively with client personnel and other Rehmann professionals.
• Able to effectively self-manage.
• Knowledge of the federal income tax depreciation aspects would be desired.
• Outstanding client service and communication skills.
• Commitment to continuous learning and development.
• Out-of-the-box thinking and an entrepreneurial spirit.
• Unwavering integrity in all situations.

Benefits

We Put People First in all that we do. Our associates are our greatest assets and we provide programs and benefits that encourage growth and development and align with their needs and goals. This includes benefits focused on physical and mental health, paid time off for volunteering and diversity-related activities, flexible work arrangements, and more.

Rehmann is an Equal Opportunity Employer.