Us Tax Specialist | Senior Manager | Us Tax Advisory Services

Pwc Australia; City of Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global consulting firm in Melbourne is seeking a US Tax Specialist. In this role, you will deliver tailored tax planning and compliance advice for high-net-worth clients. The position requires expertise in US tax advisory services, strong problem-solving, and research skills. You'll manage a portfolio of clients and ensure the accuracy of tax-related documentation. The firm offers an environment of growth with generous leave entitlements and a world-class parental leave policy.

Benefits

Generous leave entitlements

World-class parental leave policy

Continuous learning opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a law firm or private client's division of a Big 4 accounting firm.
• Ability to deliver insights and technical advice on US tax matters.
• Skills in managing client relationships and ensuring accuracy in tax forms.

Responsibilities

• Provide US tax advisory services to high net worth clients.
• Manage a portfolio of clients and establish long-term relationships.
• Ensure accuracy in tax forms submitted to authorities.

Skills

US tax advisory

Compliance services

Problem-solving skills

Research skills

Education

IRS Enrolled Agent certification

Job description

At PwC Australia, every big idea starts with someone willing to ask 'what if?' As a US Tax Specialist, you'll play a vital role in delivering tailored tax planning and compliance advice that helps high-net-worth clients navigate complex international tax challenges. You'll be working with clients across family offices, privately owned businesses, and multi-jurisdictional residents. As a manager, you'll play a vital role in our US Tax Advisory team working with clients across Australia and overseas.

Why PwC?

At PwC Australia, your skills meet purpose. We tackle big challenges across industries like finance, technology, energy, and health—giving you the chance to make a real impact. Here, your growth is our priority. You'll work with leading teams, explore new technologies, and unlock your full potential.

Join a global community of more than 370,000 people who value bold ideas, collaboration, and lasting change. Together, we're rebuilding trust and shaping the future.

What you’ll do:

• US tax advisory and compliance services for executives, high net worth individuals, family offices, and privately owned businesses.
• Experience gained in a law firm or in a private client's division of a Big 4 accounting firm or mid‑tier firm. Having previously signed‑off US tax returns.
• Information reporting forms in respect of companies, trusts and partnerships.
• Having an eye for detail and strong research skills and problem‑solving abilities.

What we’re looking for:

• Deliver insights and top‑quality US tax technical advice to high net worth clients on a range of matters, including US Income tax planning, Asset structuring, Entity classifications and US Gift / Estate tax planning.
• Manage a portfolio of clients and establish trusting and long‑term relationships.
• Help clients plan through the complex maze of tax issues arising from being residents in multiple jurisdictions.
• Ensure that tax forms and related schedules provided to the tax authorities are accurate, complete and can be trusted.
• IRS Enrolled Agent certification is preferred, but not essential.

What you’ll gain:

The opportunity to work with leading organisations and cutting‑edge technology that challenges and expands your expertise.

Flexibility means trusting you to choose when, where, and how you work—balancing what’s best for you, your team, and your clients to grow and thrive together.

Clear paths for career progression supported by continuous learning and leadership development.

Generous leave entitlements including four weeks’ annual leave and float public holidays to support your work‑life balance.

A world‑class parental leave policy offering up to 26 weeks of leave for caregivers, supporting your family and personal life.

We know that perks are as important as your financial rewards. Explore all the benefits that PwC has to offer here.

Ready to grow here and go further? Join PwC Australia as a Senior Manager and make an impact that goes beyond the expected. Apply now and take your next step with a team shaping the future.

We’re committed to treating all our job applicants fairly and with respect, irrespective of their actual or assumed background, disability, neurodivergence, or any other protected characteristic. We want you to have every opportunity to thrive in our selection process. In the application form, you can let us know what adjustments you require during our recruitment process and/or any workplace accommodations you anticipate needing to help you perform your role.

No agencies please: We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not submit CVs in response to this advertisement. We are only accepting applications directly from individuals.

Between 19th December and 4th January, we encourage our people to take time to recharge and log off for their own wellbeing. As such, the firm is in shutdown mode between these dates, and our teams will pause reviewing applications or holding interviews. We will resume normal operations on January 5th.