PwC Private, Cross Border Tax, Senior Manager

PwC; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 115,000 - 193,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Winnipeg is seeking a Cross Border Tax Senior Manager focused on assisting high-net-worth families with complex tax issues. The role involves developing personalized service plans and providing strategic advice for clients navigating international tax complexities. The ideal candidate will have relevant degrees and experience in public accounting, strong problem-solving skills, and a commitment to fostering a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Inclusive benefits

Flexible work programs

Qualifications

• Experience in public accounting or law firms handling complex cross-border Canada and US tax planning.
• Understanding Canadian tax rules and engaging with complex tax legislation.
• Strong research and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with cross-border tax issues and estate planning.
• Develop customized service plans for private business owners.
• Lead open conversations with teams and stakeholders.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Analytical capability

Verbal and written communication

Business development

Mentoring ability

Education

Master's degree in Tax

Qualified Canadian CPA

Trust and Estate Practitioner designation or in pursuit

Job description

Overview

Description

A career within PwC Private provides the opportunity to help private companies with a range of business advisory needs such as audit, tax compliance, and planning to help improve their operational efficiency and to free up time for business strategy. You’ll experience the entire business life cycle of a private company from inception to growth, maturity and transition. Our team designs and implements personalized service plans that are unique to privately owned entities, entrepreneurs, and high net worth individuals. You’ll assist the team on wealth management, compliance, cash flow management, equity expansion, divestiture and exit strategies.

Our PwC Private teams help entrepreneurs, private business owners and family enterprises manage ownership and growth at every stage, in a way that fits the needs of their business in today’s changing global landscape.

PwC’s High Net Worth (HNW) practice is a core part of PwC Private, supporting High Net Worth Individuals and some of Canada’s most iconic families with a range of tax and business advisory needs. This cross-border role sits within our HNW practice and focuses on assisting HNW families with cross-border tax issues, including structuring estate planning for families with US citizen members and Canadians with US assets and ties.

Meaningful work you’ll be part of

As a PwC Private Cross Border Tax Senior Manager, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Navigate the complexities of cross-border and / or diverse teams and engagements
• Help clients design and implement personal and customized service plans unique to privately owned entities, entrepreneurs, and high net worth (HNW) individuals
• Assist the team to focus on key issues like wealth management, compliance, equity expansion, divestiture, exit strategies and intergenerational wealth transfers
• Initiate open and candid coaching conversations at all levels
• Move easily between big picture thinking and managing relevant detail
• Develop subject matter expertise in your area of specialization. Stay informed about tax rules, regulations, and complexities in both Canada and the US
• Contribute to an environment where people and technology thrive together to accomplish more than they could apart
• Encourage everyone to have a voice and invite opinions from all, including quieter members of the team
• Initiate and lead open conversations with teams, clients and stakeholders to build trust
• Uphold the firm’s code of ethics and business conduct

Experience and skills you\'ll use to solve

• A Master\'s degree in Tax, a qualified Canadian CPA or equivalent recognized designation, and a Trust and Estate Practitioner (TEP) designation, or being in pursuit of any of these, are considered assets
• Experience in public accounting or law firms, handling complex cross-border Canada and US tax planning for high-net-worth clients, understanding Canadian tax rules, and engaging with complex tax legislation is an asset
• Superior problem-solving skills, excellent verbal, written and presentation skills
• Strong analytical capability, sound business sense and creative mind that have earned you a reputation of providing excellence in client service
• Proven ability to manage multiple assignments, clients, and staff, ensuring efficient and effective project delivery
• Demonstrated business development skills and enthusiasm for contributing to the growth of the high-net-worth practice
• Ability to manage, develop, retain, and mentor junior tax professionals, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented team environment
• Strong research, organizational skills, the ability to work effectively under pressure, and a proactive attitude
• PWC Canada is committed to cultivating an inclusive, hybrid work environment. Exact expectations for your team can be discussed with your interviewer

Salary and qualifications

• The salary range for this position is $115,500 - $192,400, plus individuals may be eligible for an annual bonus payment. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon your skills, experience, qualifications and geographic location.
• Please note that the salary range for this position is reflected for our British Columbia region. Given our national recruiting approach, we recruit (and may hire) in other regions and therefore the salary range may differ depending on the work location. PwC is committed to competitive compensation and sharing salary ranges in accordance with applicable pay transparency legislation as they arise.
• PwC Canada acknowledges we work and live across Turtle Island and recognizes Indigenous lands; we commit to allyship and inclusion.

Why you’ll love PwC

We’re inspiring and empowering our people to change the world. Powered by the latest technology, you’ll be part of diverse teams helping public and private clients build trust and deliver sustained outcomes. This meaningful work, and our continuous development environment, will take your career to the next level. We reward your impact and support your wellbeing through a competitive compensation package, inclusive benefits and flexibility programs that help you thrive in work and life.

Education

Degrees / Field of Study required: Degrees / Field of Study preferred

Certifications

Required Skills

Optional Skills

Contact and notices

Accepting Feedback, Analytical Thinking, Business Tax, Coaching and Feedback, Communication, Compliance Oversight, Corporate Tax Planning, Direct Tax, Embracing Change, Inclusion, Tax Planning

Travel Requirements

Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Government Clearance Required?

No

Job Posting End Date

The posting contains standard PwC Canada equal opportunity and accessibility statements and invites accommodations during the application, interview, and employment process.