Real Estate Valuation Advisory - Senior Associate

CohnReznick; Boca Raton (FL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

CohnReznick is seeking a Senior Associate to join its Commercial Real Estate Appraisal team within the Valuation Advisory Services practice in Boca Raton, FL. The role offers exposure to market analyses, multiple valuation approaches, and collaboration across offices.

You will design scope, oversee real estate appraisals, develop Excel models, mentor staff, and work toward professional licensure goals while delivering high-quality client service in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree as required in field related to real estate appraisal.
• 3+ years of experience performing commercial real estate appraisals and analyses.
• Fair value engagements for financial reporting a plus.
• Must hold or be working on a CG appraisal trainee license (CG real estate license a plus).
• Proven experience in financial modeling and real estate incl. ARGUS.
• Familiarity with report writing software, CoStar and MLS.
• Experience and passion for real estate; strong valuation knowledge.
• Analytical and organizational skills; ability to meet client needs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Flexibility of work schedule to meet client needs.

Responsibilities

• Design scope of work for engagements.
• Perform market analyses and all three valuation approaches.
• Oversee and prepare real estate appraisals for various assets.
• Prepare and oversee fair value engagements for financial reporting.
• Ensure quality control of client deliverables.
• Conduct site visits and compile reports on equipment across industries.
• Improve internal processes, models, policies, and analyses.
• Develop Excel models as needed.
• Mentor staff.

Skills

Real estate appraisal

Financial modeling

ARGUS

Report Writing software

CoStar

MLS

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Problem-solving

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

Certified General Appraiser license (trainee or CGA)

Tools

ARGUS

CoStar

MLS

Report Writing software

Job description

As CohnReznick grows, so do our career opportunities. As one of the nation’s top professional services firms, CohnReznick creates rewarding careers in advisory, assurance, and tax with team members who value innovation and collaboration in everything they do!

CohnReznick helps organizations optimize performance, manage risk, and maximize value through CohnReznick LLP (assurance services) and CohnReznick Advisory LLC (advisory and tax services). Together, the firm provides leaders with deep industry knowledge and relationships, solutions to address clients’ unique business goals and risks, and insight on how emerging market forces can drive opportunity. With offices nationwide, the firm serves organizations around the world as an independent member of Nexia.

We currently have an exciting career opportunity for a Senior Associate to join the Commercial Real Estate Appraisal team in our Valuation Advisory Services practice within one of our offices!

CohnReznick is a hybrid firm and most of our professionals are located within a commutable distance to one of our offices. This position is considered hybrid which means team members are expected to be thoughtful and intentional in how they create opportunities for in-person collaboration. While the cadence of in-office presence is determined at the team level, our professionals are encouraged to be in the office/together in person on average 3 days a week.

YOUR TEAM.

This position will support our Valuation Advisory group. This group provides a wide suite of services to clients, giving you the opportunity to learn, grow, and build out your skills. As a member of this team, you’ll interact with team members across all levels within the practice.

WHY COHNREZNICK?

At CohnReznick, we’re united by a common mission to create opportunity, value, and trust for our clients, our people, and our communities. Whether it’s working alongside your peers to solve a client challenge, or volunteering together at the local food bank, there are so many ways to find your “why” at the firm.

We believe it’s important to balance work with everyday life – and make time for enjoyment and fun. We invest in a robust Total Rewards package that includes everything from generous PTO, a flexible work environment, expanded parental leave, extensive learning & development, and even paid time off for employees to volunteer.

YOUR ROLE.

Responsibilities Include But Not Limited To

• Design scope of work for engagements;
• Complete market analyses, and ability to prepare all 3 traditional approaches to value
• Oversee and prepare real estate appraisals that cover a variety of assets and uses
• Prepare and oversee fair value engagements for financial reporting
• Responsible for quality control and accuracy of client deliverables;
• Perform site visits, identify various types of equipment across several industries and prepare subsequent reports;
• Improve internal processes, procedures, policies, analyses, and models;
• Develop Excel models as needed;
• Mentor staff.

Your Experience.

The successful candidate will have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Finance, Business Administration, or related field;
• 3+ years of experience performing a variety of commercial real estate appraisals and consulting analyses;
• Previous experience performing fair value engagements for financial reporting a plus;
• Must hold or be working on a certified general appraisal trainee license at a minimum. Having a Certified General Real Estate Appraiser License is a plus;
• Proven experience in financial modeling and real estate, including experience with ARGUS;
• Familiarity with Report Writing software, CoStar and MLS;
• Experience and passion for Real Estate;
• Comprehensive knowledge of valuation methodologies and real estate terminology;
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
• Flexibility of work schedule to meet client needs required;
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and root cause determination skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills.

In addition, please take a moment to review our Universal Job Standards.

Universal Job Standards.

Studies have shown that we are less likely to apply to jobs unless we meet every single qualification. At CohnReznick, we are dedicated to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or one of our other roles.

"CohnReznick" is the brand name under which CohnReznick LLP and CohnReznick Advisory LLC and their respective subsidiaries provide professional services. CohnReznick LLP and CohnReznick Advisory LLC (and their respective subsidiaries) practice in an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable law, regulations, and professional standards. CohnReznick LLP is a licensed CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients. CohnReznick Advisory LLC provides tax and business consulting services to its clients. CohnReznick Advisory LLC and its subsidiaries are not licensed CPA firms.

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