Business Tax Services - Federal Tax Advisory- Cost Segregation - Analyst
About The Position
The Analyst will support EY’s Federal Tax Advisory Cost Segregation group by performing cost segregation studies, with a primary focus on developing detailed estimates from construction drawings. The role also involves gathering client data from sources such as invoices, fixed asset system details, construction-in-progress downloads, and other documentation, then organizing and summarizing it in Microsoft Excel. Compiled data is uploaded to and analyzed using DART, EY’s proprietary Access-based database tool. The Analyst translates information from varied sources into client deliverables, reviews construction documents to determine efficient study approaches, researches tax authorities and case law to support asset classifications and tax positions, and prepares engagement documentation. The role calls for adaptability across teams and management styles, attention to risk and process improvement, and the ability to apply case law to relevant facts and circumstances.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field, such as architecture, engineering, or construction.
- At least 2 years of work experience in architecture, engineering, construction, or a consulting/accounting firm.
- Experience at a professional cost segregation firm.
- Ability to read blueprints, estimate construction costs, and use cost-estimating manuals.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Access, DART, and Bluebeam, including the ability to create custom outputs.
- Knowledge of the Cost Segregation Audit Technique Guide and relevant case law.
- Efficient project management skills, attention to detail, and self-review ability.
- Strong communication, organizational, managerial, and leadership skills.
- Ability to collaborate and negotiate effectively and to challenge senior colleagues with confidence.
- Flexibility to meet client demands and extremely tight deadlines.
- Ability to work overtime when needed to meet client needs.
- Willingness to travel for client or engagement work and internal meetings.
Nice To Haves
- Professional license in architecture, engineering, green incentives, accounting, valuation, or law.
- MBA or Master of Taxation degree.
- Enrolled Agent credential.
Responsibilities
- Assist project teams with cost segregation studies, including preparing detailed estimates using construction drawings.
- Gather client data from invoices, fixed asset system details, construction-in-progress downloads, and other documentation.
- Summarize and organize client data in Microsoft Excel and upload and manipulate it in DART for further analysis.
- Translate complex data from a range of sources into client deliverables.
- Review construction documents, including invoices, pay applications, drawings, appraisals, and Google Earth information, to determine an efficient approach to studies.
- Research relevant tax authorities and case law to support asset classifications, tax positions, and engagement documentation.
- Identify and respond to risks and opportunities to improve services and processes.
- Apply case law to other situations by evaluating the relevant facts and circumstances.
- Adapt to different team structures, management styles, and the working styles of internal and client team members.
- Develop subject-matter expertise and collaborate effectively with colleagues and engagement managers.
Benefits
- Medical and dental coverage.
- Pension and 401(k) plans.
- Paid time off options under a flexible vacation policy.
- Time off for designated EY paid holidays, winter/summer breaks, personal/family care, and other leaves of absence.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
