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Cost Segregation Jobs in Washington (NOW HIRING)

Tax Partner - Real Estate

Rockville, MD · On-site

$113K - $148K/yr

Serve real estate clients across a range of asset classes and ownership structures, delivering sophisticated tax planning and compliance solutions including cost segregation, 1031 exchanges ...

Procurement Manager

Washington, DC · On-site

$130K - $160K/yr

... cost efficiency and protecting the firm from financial leakage, regulatory risk, and reputational ... Design policies for purchasing authority, onboarding, and segregation of duties. * Support audits ...

Sr. Financial Services Manager

Fairfax, VA · On-site

$91K - $119K/yr

Perform system admin duties, including user access, segregation of duties reviews, and seat license management. * Participate in evaluating and revising the indirect rate structure. * Maintain cost ...

Government Cost Accounting and Compliance * Timekeeping and labor cost allocation discipline ... company: segregation of duties, approval thresholds, and documentation standards. * Systems ...

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How much do cost segregation jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for cost segregation in Washington is $109,916.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $91,700.00 and $129,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is cost segregation?

A Cost Segregation job involves analyzing commercial or residential real estate properties to identify assets that can be depreciated more quickly for tax purposes. Professionals in this field examine building components, construction costs, and IRS guidelines to reclassify assets into shorter depreciation categories. This helps property owners maximize tax savings by accelerating depreciation deductions. Cost Segregation specialists often work for accounting firms, real estate consulting firms, or directly with property owners.

How to become a cost segregation specialist?

To become a cost segregation specialist, individuals typically need a background in engineering, accounting, or real estate, along with knowledge of tax laws and depreciation methods. Earning professional certifications such as the Certified Cost Segregation Professional (CCSP) from the American Society of Cost Segregation Professionals can enhance credibility. Gaining experience through training programs or on-the-job work with engineering or accounting firms is also common.

What skills and qualifications are needed for cost segregation?

Excelling in Cost Segregation requires a solid background in accounting, tax law, commercial real estate, and construction cost analysis, often supported by a degree in accounting, finance, engineering, or a related field. Familiarity with cost estimation software, Excel, CAD tools, and a solid understanding of IRS guidelines are highly valuable, as is obtaining relevant certifications such as a CPA or CCSP. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and clear communication skills help professionals effectively evaluate assets and explain findings to clients or team members. These qualifications are essential to identify tax-saving opportunities accurately, ensure regulatory compliance, and deliver comprehensive reports in a timely manner.

What does a cost segregation specialist do?

A Cost Segregation specialist usually spends their day analyzing construction documents, blueprints, and financial records to identify and categorize building components for optimal tax savings. This process involves collaborating closely with clients, accountants, and sometimes engineers to gather the necessary information and ensure all project details are accounted for. Regular tasks include preparing detailed reports, conducting site visits, and communicating technical findings in an accessible way to non-experts. The work is a blend of independent analysis and teamwork, offering opportunities to build relationships with stakeholders and continually expand one’s industry knowledge.

Can anyone do a cost segregation?

Cost segregation is typically performed by qualified professionals such as engineers, CPAs, or specialized consultants with knowledge of tax laws and construction. While technically anyone can attempt to conduct a cost segregation, accurate results require expertise, proper documentation, and understanding of IRS guidelines to ensure compliance and maximize tax benefits.
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Infographic showing various Cost Segregation job openings in Washington as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 96% Full Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 78% In-person, 4% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $109,916 per year, or $52.8 per hour.

Energy Credits Senior Manager - TCIA

Cherry Bekaert

Tysons Corner, VA

$138K - $215K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

As a Senior Manager in our Tax Credits and Incentives Advisory (TCIA) Practice, you will draw on experience in accounting and taxation to provide tax equity investment consulting services for clients. You will be a leader in a team comprised of professionals with significant experience in the credits and incentives space. We are looking for someone with Inflation Reduction Act Energy Credits experience.

Cherry Bekaert is aware that significant expertise is required in the market to structure clean energy tax credit transactions to maximize monetization of these attributes. You will help to lead and grow a a small team with significant industry deal and modeling experience to build Cherry Bekaert's renewable energy practice. Key items upon which to build this practice include:

1. Understand the post-OB3 credit regime including:

  • ITCs for solar, wind, storage, etc. (Sections 48/48E)

  • Production Tax Credits (Sections 45/45E)

  • Clean Hydrogen (Section 45V)

  • Clean Fuel (Section 45Z)

  • Advanced Manufacturing (Section 45X)

  • Nuclear (Section 45U)

  • Carbon Sequestration (Section 45Q)

  • Clean Fuel (Section 45Z)

2. Experience with the Transferability rules (Section 6418) and experience with prior credit transferability transactions.

3. Experience with the Direct Pay regime (Section 6417)

4. Eligible basis substantiation

5. Cost segregation support

6. Credit adders and enhancers including

  • Prevailing wage & apprenticeship

  • Domestic content

  • Energy Community qualification

7. Foreign Entity of Concern rules

8. Credit recapture risk

9. General understanding of tax equity transaction mechanics

The best candidates will assist in building our market presence through webinars and published articles. They will also work closely with the core tax partners of the firm to proactively bring credit transfer opportunities to them. They will also proactively work with outside brokers and firms offering available tax credits on the transferability market.

What you bring to the role:

  • 7+ years' experience providing tax planning services or preparing and reviewing client work papers and income tax returns

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or other business-related field

  • Knowledge of HLBV Accounting Concepts

  • Certified or in the process of obtaining a CPA, enrolled agent, or other appropriate certification

  • Financial modeling expertise

  • Travel up to 10%

Skills you need for this role:

  • Previous Big 4 experience

  • Experience working in a fast-paced, team environment

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills

  • Knowledge of fund accounting and general ledger accounting

  • Demonstrated basic understanding of Subchapter K and investment partnership taxation

  • Demonstrated knowledge of tax equity investment structures

  • Knowledge of the investment and production tax credits associated with wind, solar, biomass projects

What you can expect from us:

  • Our shared values that foster inclusion and belonging including uncompromising integrity, collaboration, trust, and mutual respect

  • The opportunity to innovate and do work that motivates and engages you

  • A collaborative environment focused on enabling you to further your career growth and continuous professional development

  • Competitive compensation and a total rewards package that focuses on all aspects of your wellbeing

  • Flexibility to do impactful work and the time to enjoy your life outside of work

  • Opportunities to connect and learn from professionals from different backgrounds and with different cultures

Benefits Information:

Cherry Bekaert cares about our people. We offer competitive compensation packages based on performance that recognize the value our people bring to our clients and our Firm. The salary range for this position is included below. Individual salaries within this range are determined by a variety of factors including but not limited to the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education, knowledge, skills, and geographic location. In addition, we offer a comprehensive, high-quality benefits program which includes annual bonus, medical, dental, and vision care; disability and life insurance; generous Paid Time Off; retirement plans; Paid Care Leave; and other programs that are dedicated to enhancing your personal and work life and providing you and your family with a measure of financial protection.

Pay Range:

$138,800-$215,900

About Cherry Bekaert

Cherry Bekaert, ranked among the largest assurance, tax and advisory firms in the U.S., serves clients across industries in all 50 U.S. states and internationally. For more details, visit https://www.cbh.com/disclosure/

Cherry Bekaert provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, citizenship status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. https://careers.cbh.com/legal-disclosures/ contains further information regarding the firm's compliance with federal, state and local recruitment and hiring laws.

This role is expected to accept applications for at least five calendar days and may continue to be posted until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

Candidates must demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States.Cherry Bekaert will not provideworksponsorship for this position.

Cherry Bekaert LLP and Cherry Bekaert Advisory LLC are members of Allinial Global, an accountancy and business advisory global association. Visit us athttps://careers.cbh.com/ and follow us onLinkedIn,Instagram, Twitterand Facebook.

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