Cost Segregation Associate

Why We Stand Out:

Seeking a new challenge where your professional and personal aspirations are not only possible but supported? Kaufman Rossin might be just the place for you!

As one of the top accounting firms in the country, our foundation is “people first”. In the words of James Kaufman, “We prioritize our people, their development, and their well-being. Our values are translated into action every day."

Celebrated as the Best Place to Work in South Florida over a dozen times, Kaufman Rossin has grown to over 600 employees, with offices spanning the tri-county area, including sister entities Kaufman Rossin Wealth and Kaufman Rossin Alternative Investment Services.

Think you have what it takes?

How You’ll Contribute:

Kaufman Rossin has an exciting career opportunity for a Cost Segregation Associate to join our dynamic Tax practice, in South Florida.  This is a great growth opportunity for a detail-oriented professional interested in construction, architecture, and cost estimation.  You will work closely with a dedicated team of engineers to analyze different types of buildings, develop cost estimates, and classify building architectural components and systems in their proper asset classes.  Your work will be used by our tax accountants to determine the proper depreciation of our clients’ real properties and related assets. In your role of Cost Segregation Associate, you will:

• Analyze full sets of construction drawings including Architectural, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Life Safety and Civil plans
• Analyze and reconcile contractor payment applications and construction cost ledgers
• Conduct site inspections on various types of buildings including multifamily properties, retail strips, restaurants, hotels, professional offices, warehouses, manufacturing plants, etc.
• Review real estate documents including property records, appraisals, site surveys and property condition assessments
• Develop quantity takeoffs using construction documents or findings from site inspections.
• Estimate unit costs using industry standard techniques and recognized construction manuals and software such as RS Means
• Prepare replacement cost new (RCN) analyses
• Prepare detailed calculations to support the allocation of buildings’ electrical and plumbing distribution systems
• Coordinate and collect information from building owners, architects, engineers, and contractors
• Actively contribute to the development of the cost segregation practice

What Skills You’ll Bring: 

• Undergraduate degree (or near completion of degree) in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or other relevant fields

• Ability to understand and analyze construction blueprints
• Strong skills in Microsoft Excel
• This position may require some local and national travel

How You’ll Stand Out:

• Excellent verbal communication and strong writing skills

• Enjoy complex and challenging project work

• Ability to work overtime when needed

We embrace authenticity. Kaufman Rossin is an equal opportunity employer.  We are committed to creating a culture that reflects the diversity of our firm and clients. We encourage understanding, acceptance, and celebration among all people. That includes lifestyle, education, experience, race, ethnicity, age, religion, physical ability, sexual orientation, and gender identity.  Differences make unique varieties.