Independent Contractor - Cost… at McGuire Sponsel · Remote

Who We Are McGuire Sponsel is a national specialty tax consulting firm founded in 2007. We serve 500+ CPAs and businesses across the country. We pride ourselves on combining technical expertise with exceptional client service. We have 5 offices throughout the United States: Indianapolis (HQ), Atlanta, Dallas, Phoenix, & Detroit. We are a rapidly-growing consulting firm and pride ourselves on finding and cultivating the best talent! Read about our GREAT culture below... Core Values Growth Mindset: We embrace challenges as opportunities to learn and evolve. With a deep desire to continuously level up, we approach our work with curiosity, humility, and a willingness to fail forward. Progress is built on iteration, not perfection. Relationship Focus: We invest in authentic, trusting relationships — with our clients, our teammates, and ourselves. We lead with honesty, communicate openly, and collaborate with intentionality. Strong relationships are our foundation for great work and long-term success. Strives for Excellence: We hold ourselves to the highest standards of integrity, quality, and intelligence. From strategic thinking to technical execution, we take pride in delivering exceptional work. Excellence is not an outcome — it's a mindset we bring to everything we do. Awareness: We operate with emotional intelligence and self-awareness, understanding how our actions impact others and the broader team. We’re committed to personal growth, constructive feedback, and leading ourselves before leading others. Tenacity: We show up with resilience, grit, and determination — especially when the work gets hard. We’re solutions-oriented, driven, and persistent in pursuing the best outcomes for our clients and our team. We don’t give up; we level up. Role Overview When acquiring, renovating or building real estate, most taxpayers tend to overstate the amount of 39-year real property. This limits the depreciation deductions available to taxpayers in the early stages of their investment. A cost segregation solves this problem by reclassifying assets by maximizing the property eligible for treatment as 5-, 7- or 15-year property. This depreciation optimization frees up substantial cash flow. McGuire Sponsel’s unique approach to cost segregation employs civil, structural and architectural engineering knowledge coupled with tax law experience to identify components that qualify for accelerated depreciation. Our team’s blend of engineering and tax code expertise provides tremendous value throughout a project. The professionals at McGuire Sponsel perform a site inspection for every study and all costs, along with their classifications, are then documented to withstand IRS scrutiny. Read more about the Cost Segregation Practice here. Department: Fixed Assets Services, Cost Segregation Practice Reports to: Manager, Cost Segregation Type: Independent Contractor Responsibilities Conduct on-site inspections of commercial and other real estate properties on behalf of McGuire Sponsel. Notate and document the nature, location, condition, and use of depreciable property observed during site visits. Take detailed photographs of building components, improvements, and other property relevant to the cost segregation study. Gather measurements, dimensions, quantities, and other field information as directed by the Cost Segregation team. Identify and document building components, site improvements, personal property, and other assets observed during the inspection. Review available property information and drawings, when provided, to assist with the site inspection. Follow McGuire Sponsel’s established site inspection procedures and documentation requirements. Clearly organize and communicate field observations, photographs, notes, and other information collected during the site visit. Communicate with McGuire Sponsel team members regarding questions or items identified during an inspection. Represent McGuire Sponsel professionally when interacting with clients and property representatives. Complete site visits accurately and within established project timelines. Travel independently to client properties across the U.S. as assigned. Role Competencies Critical Thinking: Identifies critical relationships in information and recognizes relevant property components. Detail-Oriented: Demonstrates concern for thoroughness and accuracy when documenting site conditions. Effective Communication: Listens and clearly presents information to clients, property representatives, and McGuire Sponsel team members. Project Management: Manages well-defined site inspection assignments and completes work within established deadlines. Professionalism: Represents McGuire Sponsel in a professional and client-focused manner. Role Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in accounting, architecture, construction, engineering, business, or a related field preferred; candidates with cost seg experience will be considered regardless of educational background. Experience in accounting, engineering, construction, architecture, property inspection, facilities, cost segregation or a related analytical field preferred. Strong observational and analytical skills. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to effectively document physical property conditions through written notes and photographs. Strong written and verbal communication abilities. Strong interpersonal skills and comfort in client-facing situations. Ability to work independently and manage assigned site visits. Reliable laptop and wifi for electronic communication on projects. Valid U.S. driver’s license and reliable transportation. Ability to travel independently to client sites across the U.S. as assignments require. Ability to access and safely navigate commercial properties and construction sites, including walking, standing, climbing stairs, and navigating active or unfinished areas when applicable. EEO Statement McGuire Sponsel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.