Manager - Valuation & Litigation, Real Estate

What You’ll DoCohen & Co'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 want 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!

Valuation & Analysis Complete cost, sales comparison, and income approach analyses to value commercial real estate properties across the U.S. (and select international engagements)
Apply strong working knowledge of the three approaches to value across a variety of commercial property types

Conduct site inspections and analyze property conditions, market trends, and comparable sales to support defensible conclusions

Stay current on local zoning, economic indicators, and market dynamics impacting commercial property values

Reporting & Compliance Prepare appraisal reports with limited review needed from senior leaders, owning quality, accuracy, and compliance with industry standards and regulations

Ensure all deliverables align with USPAP and Appraisal Institute standards

Maintain thorough documentation and supporting exhibits to back valuation conclusions

Deliver clear, well-organized written reports tailored to client and engagement needs

Quality Review & Data Validation Review and test third-party appraisals for existing clients to support both assurance and tax engagements

Verify the validity of data used in appraisals, including property details, market trends, and comparable sales

Identify inconsistencies or risk areas in external appraisal reports and recommend adjustments

Apply quality control procedures to minimize risk and uphold accuracy across engagements

Collaboration & Practice Growth Collaborate regularly with key stakeholders across our assurance and tax departments

Support the continued growth of a newer, expanding practice with direct access to valuation leadership

Participate in business development activities, both internally and externally

Contribute ideas to help shape processes, tools, and strategy as the team scales

Who You Are

Required:

Bachelor's degree required (preferred: Finance, Economics, or Urban Planning)5+ years of combined real estate appraisal and/or public accounting experience

Licensed real estate appraiser in at least one state (home state preferred)
Active progress toward the MAI designation, ideally at least 50% through Appraisal Institute coursework

Strong working knowledge of the cost, sales comparison, and income approaches to value

Ability to easily transition between projects and engagements

Team player with a desire for continuous learning and an entrepreneurial spirit

Preferred:

MAI designation in progress or near completion

Experience valuing a variety of commercial property types across multiple U.S. markets

Big 4 or middle market background

Locations:

Akron, OH;
Baltimore, MD;
Buffalo, NY;
Chicago, IL;
Cleveland, OH;
Deer Park, IL;
Denver, CO;
Detroit, MI;
Milwaukee, WI;
New York, NY;
Philadelphia, PA;
Pittsburgh, PA;
St. Clair Shores, MI;
Troy, MI;
Westchester, NY;
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