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About the Role

Withum is seeking an experienced Cost Segregation Senior Manager/Principal to join our growing Forensic & Valuation Services Team. This role offers the opportunity to build and lead a national Cost Segregation practice, combining deep technical expertise with strong leadership, operational, and business development capabilities. Our professionals help clients maximize tax savings through engineering-based analyses of real estate assets, offering significant client exposure and professional growth.

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.
Maintaining active participation in business development initiatives, including pipeline management and opportunity tracking.
Tracking, managing, and reporting business development activities and booked revenue.
Building and maintaining relationships with clients, referral sources, and industry organizations.
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 advising clients on the benefits of cost segregation services.
Researching and documenting applicable tax laws, regulations, and IRS guidance.
Providing strategic tax planning recommendations to maximize deductions 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.
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.
Serving as a subject matter expert and resource to firm leadership and team members regarding cost segregation strategies.
Serving as the firm's national technical and strategic leader for Cost Segregation services.
Establishing practice goals, priorities, and growth initiatives in alignment with firm objectives.
Collaborating closely with regional leaders, industry leaders, and national service line leaders.
Driving innovation, scalability, and operational excellence within the practice.
Representing Withum in industry organizations, conferences, and client-facing events.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field required.
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 or business unit.
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.

Skills

Cost Segregation
Tax Consulting
Engineering-based Tax Services
Leadership
Operational Management
Business Development
Client Relationship Management
Project Management
Team Development
Strategic Planning
Process Improvement
Quality Control
Mentoring
Collaboration
Innovation
Client Service
Subject Matter Expertise
Technical Expertise
Analytical Thinking
Problem-Solving
Attention to Detail

Location

East Coast Offices
West Coast Offices

Work Type

Hybrid

Experience Level

10+ years of experience
Senior Manager/Principal

Education Level

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
Master's degree, MBA, CPA, or other relevant professional credential preferred

Salary/Compensations

$150,000-$350,000

Benefits

Competitive benefits package
Bonus program (for eligible roles) based on individual and firm performance

About the Company

Withum is a place where talent thrives - where who you are matters.
It’s a place of endless opportunities for growth.
A place where entrepreneurial energy plus inclusive teamwork equals exponential results.
Explore different industries. Learn new skills. Connect with our diverse teams of professionals to gain insight into the career you envision.
Your Career Starts with You.
Experience the Transformative Power of Withum Plus You - that’s the Power in the Plus!

Equal Opportunity

WithumSmith+Brown, PC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, (including pregnancy), genetic information, marital status, domestic partnership status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, national origin, disability or handicap, veteran status, weight, height, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.