Senior Associate, Real Estate Valuation & Investigation Services

Aprio • Fairfield, NJ

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About The Position

Aprio is seeking a Senior Associate for its Real Estate Valuation & Investigation Services practice. The role prepares comprehensive narrative appraisal reports and sophisticated income approach models, delivering valuation services for a broad range of commercial property types. Working with experienced onshore leaders, the Senior Associate will develop technical expertise, expand client engagement, and progress toward the Certified General Real Property Appraiser credential. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to a growing specialized practice at a national CPA and advisory firm.

The position includes direct mentorship, exposure to complex commercial valuation engagements, a firm-supported path toward professional credentialing, and cross-functional work with client engagement teams and advisory groups. The Senior Associate also supports and mentors Associates, coordinates with clients and property contacts, and maintains appraisal experience records in coordination with a supervisory appraiser.

Requirements

• Three to five years of commercial real estate valuation experience.
• Ability to draft full narrative appraisal reports across multiple commercial property types.
• Active appraiser credential (Trainee, Licensed, or Certified) in good standing in at least one U.S. state.
• Bachelor's degree in real estate, finance, economics, accounting, or a related field.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Clear, organized writing and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
• Comfort engaging with clients, brokers, and property managers.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel for property inspections.

Nice To Haves

• Certified General Real Property Appraiser credential.
• Enrollment as an Appraisal Institute Candidate for Designation.
• Argus Enterprise experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare full narrative appraisal reports on commercial properties with limited supervision.
• Build income approach models, including direct capitalization and discounted cash flow analyses.
• Analyze leases, rent rolls, operating statements, and development budgets.
• Draft highest and best use, market, and neighborhood analyses.
• Develop financial models for valuation, strategic planning, and transaction purposes.
• Conduct property inspections and research rent, sale, expense, and capitalization rate data.
• Confirm comparable data with brokers, owners, and public records.
• Assist engagement managers with executing valuation engagements.
• Coordinate with clients and property contacts to gather documentation and schedule inspections.
• Contribute to cross-functional client engagement teams.
• Maintain positive, productive, and professional relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Stay current on business and economic developments relevant to clients' industries and markets.
• Mentor and support Associates by reviewing their research and data work.
• Demonstrate teamwork and shared accountability with engagement team members.
• Maintain an accurate appraisal experience log in coordination with the supervisory appraiser.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance beginning on the first day of employment.
• Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account.
• 401(k) with profit sharing.
• Nine or more holidays and a discretionary time-off structure.
• Parental leave for primary and secondary caregivers.
• Tuition Assistance Program and CPA support program with a cash incentive upon completion.
• Discretionary incentive compensation based on firm, group, and individual performance.
• Incentive compensation related to origination of new client sales.
• Wellness program.
• Flexible working environment, including remote and hybrid options.
• Competitive compensation and industry-leading benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior