Tax Innovation - Tax Data Transformation - Senior Manager

About the position

At PwC, our people in tax services focus on providing advice and guidance to clients on tax planning, compliance, and strategy. These individuals help businesses navigate complex tax regulations and optimise their tax positions. In tax reporting strategy at PwC, you will assist clients in developing tax reporting strategies and maintaining compliance with tax regulations. In this field, you will analyse financial data, interpret tax laws, and provide guidance on tax reporting requirements, aiming to optimise tax positions and minimise risks for businesses. Growing as a strategic advisor, you leverage your influence, expertise, and network to deliver quality results. You motivate and coach others, coming together to solve complex problems. As you increase in autonomy, you apply sound judgment, recognising when to take action and when to escalate. You are expected to solve through complexity, ask thoughtful questions, and clearly communicate how things fit together. Your ability to develop and sustain high performing, diverse, and inclusive teams, and your commitment to excellence, contributes to the success of our Firm. Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to: Craft and convey clear, impactful and engaging messages that tell a holistic story. Apply systems thinking to identify underlying problems and/or opportunities. Validate outcomes with clients, share alternative perspectives, and act on client feedback. Direct the team through complexity, demonstrating composure through ambiguous, challenging and uncertain situations. Deepen and evolve your expertise with a focus on staying relevant. Initiate open and honest coaching conversations at all levels. Make difficult decisions and take action to resolve issues hindering team effectiveness. Model and reinforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements. The Opportunity As part of the Tax Services team you will lead tax technology projects and manage client expectations, making sure project objectives are achieved on time and within budget. As a Senior Manager, you will serve as a strategic advisor, utilizing your knowledge to guide multidisciplinary teams and deliver quality solutions that align with clients' business and tax strategies. This role offers the chance to promote team development, encourage innovation, and maintain close communication with clients to understand their evolving needs and deliver exceptional service.

Responsibilities

  • Guide multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative tax solutions
  • Secure projects are executed within budgetary constraints
  • Provide strategic advice based on industry trends and leading practices
  • Uphold exceptional standards of quality in every deliverable

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Management Information Systems, Accounting, Finance
  • At least 6 years of experience in a tax technology or project management role
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Member of the Bar or other tax, technology, or finance-specific credentials may qualify for this opportunity
  • Ability to travel and work in a hybrid environment.

Nice-to-haves

  • Master's Degree preferred
  • Excelling in leadership and client management capabilities
  • Managing multiple projects in dynamic environments
  • Working with technical specialists on tax technology
  • Demonstrating exceptional organizational and planning skills
  • Thinking strategically with problem-solving abilities
  • Communicating complex information clearly to diverse audiences
  • Basic familiarity with programming languages and technologies such as Python, SQL, Power BI, Microsoft Azure, and automation tools

Benefits

  • PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more.
  • To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glance
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