PwC Private, Philanthropic Tax, Manager

PwC; Southwestern Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 73,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm in Canada is seeking a Philanthropic Tax Manager. This role involves working with private companies to improve their business strategies and tax compliance. Candidates should possess a Master’s degree in Tax and a CPA designation, alongside strong analytical and communication skills. This position offers a salary range of $73,400 - $122,400, plus an annual bonus and a flexible hybrid work environment.

Benefits

Annual bonus

Flexible work programs

Continuous development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in public accounting or law firms.
• Understanding of Canadian tax rules facing high net worth clients.
• Experience with philanthropic plans and responsible investing.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a team to tackle complex business issues.
• Encourage open communication among team members.
• Contribute technical knowledge in the area of specialism.
• Lead conversations with stakeholders to build trust.

Skills

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Client service

Education

Master’s degree in Tax

Canadian CPA or equivalent designation

Trust and Estate Practitioner (TEP)

Job description

Overview

Description summary: A career within PwC Private provides the opportunity to help private companies with business advisory needs such as audit, tax compliance, and planning to improve operational efficiency and 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 personalised service plans unique to privately owned entities, entrepreneurs, and high net worth individuals. You’ll assist the team on issues like wealth management, compliance, cash flow management, equity expansion, divestiture and exit strategies. PwC Private teams help entrepreneurs, private business owners and family enterprises manage ownership and growth at every stage in today’s changing global landscape.

Responsibilities

• As a PwC Private Philanthropic Tax Manager, work as part of a team of problem solvers to tackle complex business issues from strategy to execution.
• Encourage everyone to have a voice and invite opinions from all team members, including quieter staff.
• Deal effectively with ambiguous and unstructured problems and situations.
• Initiate open and candid coaching conversations at all levels.
• Move easily between big picture thinking and managing relevant detail.
• Anticipate stakeholder needs and develop and discuss potential solutions, even before the stakeholder realises they are required.
• Contribute technical knowledge in the area of specialism.
• Contribute to an environment where people and technology thrive together to accomplish more than they could apart.
• Navigate the complexities of cross-border and/or diverse teams and engagements.
• 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

A Master’s degree in Tax, a qualified Canadian CPA or equivalent designation, and a Trust and Estate Practitioner (TEP) designation, or pursuit of any of these, are assets. Experience in public accounting or law firms with a good understanding of Canadian tax rules and issues facing high net worth clients with corporations and trusts and engaging with complex tax legislation is an asset. Experience assisting with designing and governance of philanthropic plans, including understanding of philanthropic structural options and the use of endowments, restricted/unrestricted gifts, and working with qualified and non-qualified donees and pooled granting. Strong understanding of responsible investing and social impact of investing. Superior problem solving skills, excellent verbal, written and presentation skills. Strong analytical capability, sound business sense and creativity with a track record of client service excellence. Ability to manage, develop, retain and mentor junior tax professionals.

Qualifications

PwC Canada is committed to cultivating an inclusive, hybrid work environment. Exact expectations for your team can be discussed with your interviewer. This role has the option of being based out of our other Canadian offices.

Salary and Benefits

• The salary range for this position is $73,400 - $122,400, plus eligibility for an annual bonus. Actual compensation within the range depends on skills, experience, qualifications and geographic location.
• Note: Salary range reflects British Columbia region; national recruitment may hire in other regions with different ranges.

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 clients build trust and deliver sustained outcomes. The environment supports continuous development, rewarding impact, and providing flexible programs to thrive at work and life. Accommodations are available during the application, interview, and employment process.

Additional Information

PwC Canada acknowledges the lands of the First Nations, Métis and Inuit Peoples. We are committed to inclusion and allyship and strive to create an equitable and inclusive community of solvers. If you require accommodations at any stage of the process, please let us know.

Education: Degrees/Field of Study required or preferred. Certifications: Required Skills. Optional Skills: Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Corporate Tax Planning, Communication, Embracing Change, Inclusion, Travel: Not Specified, Availability for Sponsorship: No, Government Clearance: No.

Job Posting End Date: At PwC Canada, our most valuable asset is our people. We are committed to an equitable and inclusive community of solvers and provide accommodations throughout the application process. For more information on inclusion and diversity at PwC Canada, be part of The New Equation.