Mergers and Acquisitions Tax, Manager (Bilingual FR / EN)

PwC; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading firm as a Mergers and Acquisitions Manager, providing strategic tax consulting services for diverse clients. In this role, you will lead teams, manage complex transactions, and deliver insightful solutions while fostering an inclusive workplace. Competitive compensation and growth opportunities await you.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Flexible benefits program

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in corporate/international tax consulting or compliance is an asset.
• Fluency in French is required for Quebec roles, assets outside Quebec.
• Ability to manage ambiguity and work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to transactions from proposal to closing.
• Identify tax issues during due diligence or propose financing structures.
• Apply technical knowledge to design tax planning solutions.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Client Service

Team Collaboration

Creative Thinking

Education

Qualified Canadian CPA or equivalent designation

Job description

A career in our growing Merger and Acquisition Tax practice, within Tax services, will provide you with the opportunity to help our clients in various industries meet and manage their tax obligations across unique but ever-changing tax specialties. You'll advise clients on their local and cross-border tax affairs, acting as a strategic consultant related to business analysis and M&A tax solutions.

Our team assists with various aspects of merger and acquisition transactions such as transaction structuring, tax due diligence, internal reorganizations, and post-acquisition integration. As part of our team, you'll help assess historical tax risks of potential targets, analyze transactions for unusual tax risks or benefits, advise on tax-efficient restructurings, and perform financial analysis/modeling to evaluate tax consequences.

Meaningful work you'll be part of

As a Mergers and Acquisitions Manager, you'll work with a team of problem solvers to deliver high-quality client service and operational efficiency. Responsibilities include:

1. Contributing to transactions from proposal to closing, collaborating with PwC professionals, legal and investment advisors, and client management.
2. Adding value by identifying material tax issues during due diligence or proposing structures to secure financing.
3. Applying technical knowledge to research, design, and implement tax planning solutions.
4. Anticipating stakeholder needs and developing solutions proactively.
5. Handling ambiguous problems effectively.
6. Balancing big-picture thinking with managing details.
7. Encouraging diverse opinions and fostering open communication.
8. Leading coaching conversations and navigating cross-border and diverse teams.
9. Building trust through open dialogue with teams, clients, and stakeholders.
10. Resolving issues that hinder team effectiveness.
11. Coaching others, recognizing strengths, and encouraging ownership of development.
12. Simplifying complex messages and highlighting key points.
13. Upholding the firm's ethics and conduct standards.

Experience and skills you'll use to solve

• Experience in corporate/international tax consulting or compliance is an asset.
• Qualified Canadian CPA or equivalent designation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Commitment to client service and quality work.
• Valuing diversity and fostering inclusive teams.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multitasked environment.
• Fluency in French required for Quebec roles; assets outside Quebec.

Why you'll love PwC

We're empowering our people to make a difference, leveraging technology, and building diverse teams to help clients build trust and deliver outcomes. We support your career growth with competitive compensation, benefits, and flexibility programs. Learn more about our application process and total rewards at: https://jobs-ca.pwc.com/ca/en/life-at-pwc

We acknowledge the land of the First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Peoples, and are committed to allyship and reconciliation.

Our most valuable asset is our people. We strive to create an inclusive community where everyone belongs, reflecting society's diversity. We provide accommodations throughout the application and employment process. Please inform us if you require an accommodation.