Responsibilities
- Financial Model Development & Analysis – 30%
- Client Presentation & Consultation – 30%
- Administrative – 15%
- Research Trends – 15%
- Internal Project Meetings – 10%
We are looking for an Analyst to join our cost segregation practice.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare detailed analyses of building construction project costs and capital asset valuations (cost segregation studies)
- Prepare quantity takeoffs from blueprints, construction cost estimates, and forensic construction cost analyses
- Review and analyze construction project invoices and cost documentation
- Physically inspect client facilities, both locally and nationally
- Calculate depreciation expense
- Research relevant tax authorities and prepare engagement documentation, including client deliverables and reports
- Directly interact with clients, architects, engineers, and contractors in order to facilitate data collection and the reporting of findings
Requirements:
- BA, BS in Architecture, Engineering, or related disciplines
- 1-2 years working in an architecture, engineering, or construction related position
- A construction cost estimating background is preferred
- The ability to proficiently read and understand architectural, electrical, plumbing & HVAC drawings
- Knowledge and/or course work in accounting or finance is helpful but not required
- The position requires the candidate to travel anywhere from 25% to 50% of the time. Almost all travel is domestic
- Proficient computer skills, particularly Microsoft Excel and Word
- Big Four Real Estate Cost Segregation experience is a plus
In order to be considered for a position at Duff & Phelps, you must formally apply via careers.duffandphelps.jobs.
Duff & Phelps is committed to providing equal opportunities in employment. We will not discriminate between applications for reason of gender, gender identity, race, religion, color, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, age or disability.
Duff & Phelps is the premier global valuation and corporate finance advisor with expertise in complex valuation, disputes and investigations, M&A, restructuring, and compliance and regulatory consulting.
Our professionals balance analytical skills, deep market insight and independence to help our clients make sound decisions. As an organization, we think globally—and encourage our people to do the same. That means when you take your place on our team, you’ll discover a supportive and collaborative work environment that enables you to excel. If you’re ready to share your perspective with the world, make a real impact at Duff & Phelps. Find out how our approach will change everything for YOU.
Cost segregation, within our Real Estate Service practice, is the detailed analysis of buildings for federal income tax & financial reporting purposes. The objective of a cost segregation analysis is to identify special building electrical, plumbing & HVAC systems, as well as certain building finishes & fixtures, and site improvements that may be depreciated over shorter-lives than the remainder of the building for tax purposes. This study generates significant deductions for the building owner and greatly reduces income taxes. While the end result of the analysis is a tax benefit, this type of work requires a knowledge base of tax code, court cases & law as well as construction, engineering, or architecture.
Join our team and together we’ll power the sound decisions that enhance value – yours and ours.
