Senior Cost Segregation Associate: Tax & Depreciation

Andersen; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off - 160 hours annually + H

12 holidays per year

Job summary

Andersen Tax in Los Angeles is seeking a Senior Associate to join the Cost Segregation practice, supporting tax planning and asset valuation for diverse clients. You will engage in engineering analyses, depreciation studies, and audit-ready documentation.

The role involves travel, mentoring junior staff, and opportunities for professional development within a leading global firm. Compensation includes base salary in a competitive range along with bonus potential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years relevant work experience, with at least 2 years in Cost Segregation.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering (Civil or Structural), Construction Management, Architecture, Accounting, or a related field (minimum GPA: 3.0).
• Significant understanding of the construction lifecycle, including scheduling, cost ledgers, and contractor pay applications.
• Ability to read and interpret construction blueprints;
• Experience using cost estimating databases, including RS Means and Marshall; Valuation Service, as well as takeoff estimating software, such as Bluebeam, vu360, or similar;
• Self-starter with the initiative to seek out opportunities and ability to work successfully in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment;
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail;
• Complete tasks with thoughtful attention to detail and accuracy;
• Ability to collaborate and effectively work with diverse team members;
• Proficient at multi-tasking and prioritizing; and
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

Responsibilities

• Perform full analyses within cost segregation models, including cost estimating, indirect cost allocations, and electrical load calculations;
• Perform cost estimating on buildings, plants, individual assets, and equipment;
• Research, organize and track project data and prepare supportable, audit-ready files;
• Participate in client meetings and conduct in-person or property tours;
• Utilize advanced modeling techniques and draft supporting project reports;
• Develop a solid understanding of the Modified Accelerated Cost Recovery System (MACRS), state conformity, and the Cost Segregation Audit Techniques Guide, as well as tangible property regulations;
• Conduct research skills utilizing tax authority databases such as RIA Checkpoint, CCH, and Bloomberg Tax to address project issues;
• Supervise, train, mentor and provide feedback on Associates and Interns;
• Travel locally and across the U.S. approximately 15% of the year;
• Engage in business development activities; and
• Be given the opportunity to pursue additional training through internal and external resources.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Excel

Team collaboration

Multi-tasking

Reading blueprints

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering/Construction/Architecture/Accounting

Tools

RS Means

Marshall Valuation Service

Bluebeam

vu360

Job description

Andersen Tax in Los Angeles is seeking a Senior Associate to join the Cost Segregation practice, supporting tax planning and asset valuation for diverse clients. You will engage in engineering analyses, depreciation studies, and audit-ready documentation.

The role involves travel, mentoring junior staff, and opportunities for professional development within a leading global firm. Compensation includes base salary in a competitive range along with bonus potential.