Associate Consultant, Real Estate Tax (Cost Segregation)

Job DescriptionJob Description Who We Are McGuire Sponsel is a national specialty tax and advisory consulting firm founded in 2007. We serve more than 500 CPA and real estate firms across the country, and are recognized for combining our technical expertise with exceptional client service. With five offices throughout the

United States:

Indianapolis (HQ), Atlanta, Dallas, Phoenix, and Detroit, we are a rapidly-growing consulting firm and pride ourselves on finding and cultivating the best talent! Read about our GREAT culture below... Core Values G rowth

Mindset:

We embrace challenges as opportunities to learn and evolve. With a deep desire to continuously level up, we approach our work with curiosity, humility, and a willingness to fail forward. Progress is built on iteration, not perfection. R elationship

Focus:

We invest in authentic, trusting relationships - with our clients, our teammates, and ourselves. We lead with honesty, communicate openly, and collaborate with intentionality. Strong relationships are our foundation for great work and long-term success.

Strives for E xcellence:

We hold ourselves to the highest standards of integrity, quality, and intelligence. From strategic thinking to technical execution, we take pride in delivering exceptional work. Excellence is not an outcome - it's a mindset we bring to everything we do.

A wareness:

We operate with emotional intelligence and self-awareness, understanding how our actions impact others and the broader team. We're committed to personal growth, constructive feedback, and leading ourselves before leading others.

T enacity:

We show up with resilience, grit, and determination - especially when the work gets hard. We're solutions-oriented, driven, and persistent in pursuing the best outcomes for our clients and our team. We don't give up; we level up. Role Overview When acquiring, renovating or building real estate, most taxpayers tend to overstate the amount of 39-year real property. This limits the depreciation deductions available to taxpayers in the early stages of their investment. A cost segregation solves this problem by reclassifying assets by maximizing the property eligible for treatment as 5-, 7- or 15-year property. This depreciation optimization frees up substantial cash flow. McGuire Sponsel's unique approach to cost segregation employs civil, structural and architectural engineering knowledge coupled with tax law experience to identify components that qualify for accelerated depreciation. Our team's blend of engineering and tax code expertise provides tremendous value throughout a project. The professionals at McGuire Sponsel perform a site inspection for every study and all costs, along with their classifications, are then documented to withstand IRS scrutiny. Our Cost Segregation Consultants come from engineering, finance and accounting, real estate, or construction backgrounds. They are process-oriented, attentive to details, methodical, adaptable, and team-oriented individuals who are driven by completing projects from start to finish. Read more about the Cost Segregation Practice here.

Department :

Fixed Assets Services, Cost Segregation Practice Reports to :

Manager, Cost Segregation Type :

Full-time, exempt Responsibilities Conduct on-site inspections to notate and document the nature and use of all depreciable property. Prepare detailed schedules & reports summarizing and supporting the results of our depreciation analysis. Cost estimating using programs such as RSMeans & Marshall Valuation Service when actual costs are not available. Review and analyze all available construction cost documentation for a respective project. Examine any available construction blueprint/drawings to identify and properly classify all depreciable assets. Effectively communicate with CPAs and clients to understand goals and needs and ensure timely delivery of projects.

Role Competencies Critical Thinking:

Identifies critical relationships in information

Detail-Oriented:

Demonstrates concern for thoroughness and accuracy

Effective Communication:

Listens and clearly presents information

Emotional Intelligence:

Recognizes emotions in typical situations and their effects on self and others.

Project Management:

Manages well defined projects Role Qualifications Bachelor's degree in accounting, architecture, construction, engineering, business, or a related field. 1-3 years of accounting, engineering, or analytical experience is a plus (recent graduates encouraged to apply). Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Excellent written and verbal communication abilities. Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Strong interpersonal skills and comfort in client-facing situations. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Valid U.S. driver's license and reliable transportation. Ability to travel up to 40% independently or with a team to client sites across the U.S.

Preferred but not required:

prior Cost Segregation experience, familiarity with tax concepts, and consulting or client-facing experience. Benefits & Perks Health, dental, & vision insurance Pet Wellness (Wagmo) Voluntary STD benefits and company-paid LTD Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance Supplemental Benefits (Accident, Cancer, Hospital Indemnity, & Critical Illness) Savings Marketplace - discounts on hotels, flights, movie tickets, electronics and more 401(k) with employer match 4 weeks of PTO 9 paid holidays & Summer Fridays Wellness programs Professional development opportunities Team-building events and social outings Clear career path and advancement opportunities EEO Statement McGuire Sponsel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.