Cost Segregation Senior Manager - National Practice Growth

Withum; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

Withum is seeking an experienced Cost Segregation Senior Manager/Principal to lead a national Cost Segregation practice within the Forensic & Valuation Services Group. The role offers leadership over engagements and business development across East and West Coast offices.

The ideal candidate will combine deep technical expertise in cost segregation with strong leadership, client service, and the ability to scale processes, mentor teams, and expand services nationwide.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field required.
• Master's degree, MBA, CPA, or other relevant professional credential preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in cost segregation, tax consulting, engineering-based tax services, or related field.
• Proven experience leading and growing a professional services practice.
• Demonstrated expertise in cost segregation methodologies, tangible property regulations, and depreciation strategies.
• Strong business development experience with a track record of generating revenue growth.
• Experience building, mentoring, and managing teams.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Exceptional written, verbal, presentation, and client communication skills.
• Experience developing operational processes and implementing best practices.
• Ability to influence and collaborate with senior leadership across multiple geographic markets.

Responsibilities

• Developing and executing a national growth strategy for Cost Segregation services.
• Collaborating with regional, industry, and national leadership teams to identify and prioritize market opportunities.
• Driving expansion and penetration within strategic tax clients and target markets.
• Partnering with Tax Partners and Client Service Leaders to position Withum for success in competitive opportunities.
• Maintaining active participation in business development initiatives, including pipeline management and opportunity tracking.
• Tracking, managing, and reporting business development activities and booked revenue through firm-approved processes and systems.
• Building and maintaining relationships with clients, referral sources, and industry organizations to support growth objectives.
• Leading and managing all aspects of cost segregation engagements from opportunity assessment through final delivery.
• Performing and reviewing cost segregation studies for commercial and residential properties.
• Analyzing potential projects and advise clients regarding the appropriateness and benefits of cost segregation services.
• Researching and documenting applicable tax laws, regulations, and IRS guidance.
• Providing strategic tax planning recommendations designed to maximize deductions, reduce tax liability, and improve client cash flow.
• Identifying additional tax-saving opportunities and value-added services for clients.
• Staying current on legislative, regulatory, and industry developments impacting cost segregation and related tax incentives.
• Developing and implementing best-in-class processes, procedures, and methodologies for delivering cost segregation services.
• Establishing and managing quality control standards across engagements.
• Creating scalable operating procedures and training materials to support future growth.
• Recruiting, training, mentoring, and developing a high-performing team of cost segregation professionals.
• Fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, innovation, and exceptional client service.
• Leading cross-functional teams and coordinating resources across service lines to support client needs and growth initiatives.
• Serving as a subject matter expert and resource to firm leadership and team members regarding cost segregation strategies and opportunities.

Skills

Leadership

Business development

Project management

Cost segregation expertise

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/related field

Master's degree or CPA

Job description

Withum is seeking an experienced Cost Segregation Senior Manager/Principal to lead a national Cost Segregation practice within the Forensic & Valuation Services Group. The role offers leadership over engagements and business development across East and West Coast offices.

The ideal candidate will combine deep technical expertise in cost segregation with strong leadership, client service, and the ability to scale processes, mentor teams, and expand services nationwide.