Manager Valuation & Litigation (Real Estate)

: Manager Valuation & Litigation (Real Estate)

Cohen & Co AKM Global's Valuation & Litigation practice is growing, and we're looking for a manager to add to our real estate appraisal team. The practice is expanding, the work is varied, and there's real room to help shape where we go next. You'll get exposure to a wide range of commercial property types and engagements and have a real say in how the team and processes evolve as we scale. Beyond the work, you'll be part of a team that's genuinely invested in each other and wants to see you grow in your career. If you're a real estate appraiser looking for a place where your expertise is valued and your ideas are heard, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

Valuation & Analysis

1. Complete cost, sales comparison, and income approach analyses to value commercial real estate properties across the U.S. (and select international engagements).
2. Apply strong working knowledge of the three approaches to value across a variety of commercial property types.
3. Conduct site inspections and analyze property conditions, market trends, and comparable sales to support defensible conclusions.
4. Stay current on local zoning, economic indicators, and market dynamics impacting commercial property values.

Reporting & Compliance

1. Prepare appraisal reports with limited review needed from senior leaders, owning quality, accuracy, and compliance with industry standards and regulations.
2. Ensure all deliverables align with USPAP and Appraisal Institute standards.
3. Maintain thorough documentation and supporting exhibits to back valuation conclusions.
4. Deliver clear, well-organized written reports tailored to client and engagement needs.

Quality Review & Data Validation

1. Review and test third-party appraisals for existing clients to support both assurance and tax engagements.
2. Verify the validity of data used in appraisals, including property details, market trends, and comparable sales.
3. Identify inconsistencies or risk areas in external appraisal reports and recommend adjustments.
4. Apply quality control procedures to minimize risk and uphold accuracy across engagements.

Collaboration & Practice Growth

1. Collaborate regularly with key stakeholders across our assurance and tax departments.
2. Support the continued growth of a newer, expanding practice with direct access to valuation leadership.
3. Participate in business development activities, both internally and externally.
4. Contribute ideas to help shape processes, tools, and strategy as the team scales.

Required:

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Get Hired

1. Bachelor's degree required (preferred: Finance, Economics, or Urban Planning).
2. 5 years of combined real estate appraisal and/or public accounting experience.
3. Licensed real estate appraiser in at least one state (home state preferred).
4. Active progress toward the MAI designation, ideally at least 50% through Appraisal Institute coursework.
5. Strong working knowledge of the cost, sales comparison, and income approaches to value.
6. Ability to easily transition between projects and engagements.
7. Team player with a desire for continuous learning and an entrepreneurial spirit.

Preferred:

1. MAI designation in progress or near completion.
2. Experience valuing a variety of commercial property types across multiple U.S. markets.