Private Tax Senior Manager

PwC South Africa; Calgary; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Variable incentive pay programs

Inclusive benefits

Flexibility programs

Job summary

PwC South Africa in Calgary is seeking a Senior Manager in Private Tax to help clients navigate their tax issues and risks for long-term success. The role includes advising clients on local tax affairs and mentoring junior tax professionals.

The ideal candidate holds a Canadian CPA or a Master's in Tax. The position offers a competitive salary range of $128,900 - $178,900 and a commitment to an inclusive hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Hold a Canadian CPA or a Master’s in Tax.
• Demonstrate expertise in corporate tax and actionable strategies.
• Thrive under pressure and prioritize effectively.

Responsibilities

• Advising clients on tax issues and managing risks.
• Coaching and mentoring junior tax professionals.
• Leading diverse teams for successful engagements.

Skills

Corporate tax expertise

Mentoring junior professionals

Exceptional problem-solving skills

Effective communication

Time management

Education

Canadian CPA or Master's in Tax

Completed CPA In-Depth Tax Course Levels I-III

Job description

Senior Manager, Private Tax

In this role you’ll help private companies resolve their tax issues and manage risk to achieve long‑term success. You’ll advise clients on local tax affairs, act as a strategic consultant, and help them manage tax obligations.

Responsibilities

• Cut through ambiguity and turn unstructured problems into clear plans.
• Coach, develop, retain, and mentor junior tax professionals.
• Switch seamlessly between big‑picture strategy and precision‑level detail.
• Anticipate stakeholder needs and shape, test, and discuss proactive solutions.
• Contribute deep technical tax knowledge to every engagement.
• Fuse human insight with technology to deliver smarter, faster results.
• Navigate and lead across diverse teams, industries, and complex engagements.
• Initiate and lead candid conversations with teams, clients, and stakeholders to build trust and momentum.
• Manage the efficient delivery to tax consulting and compliance engagements.
• Uphold the firm’s code of ethics and business conduct.

Qualifications

• Hold a Canadian CPA (or CA/other relevant designation) or a Master’s in Tax and have completed Levels I–III of the CPA In‑Depth Tax Course (asset).
• Demonstrate expertise in corporate tax, ideally focused on private corporations, and turn complex rules into clear, actionable strategies.
• Manage, develop, retain, and mentor junior tax professionals while building high‑trust, high‑performance teams.
• Experience in public accounting is an asset, understanding engagement cadence, client dynamics, and how to elevate service.
• Thrive under pressure by prioritizing effectively, juggling multiple assignments, and staying organized without sacrificing quality.
• Show an entrepreneurial and tech‑curious mindset, committed to upskilling for a digital world and open to new tools and ways of working.
• Apply exceptional problem‑solving and communication skills to deliver clarity and impact in conversations, writing, and presentations.

Salary Range

$128,900 - $178,900.

Benefits

Competitive compensation, variable incentive pay programs, inclusive benefits and flexibility programs that help you thrive in work and life.

Commitment to Inclusion

We are committed to cultivating an inclusive, hybrid work environment.