U.S. Tax, Senior Manager

PricewaterhouseCoopers International; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading global firm as a U.S. Tax Senior Manager. You'll engage in complex tax compliance projects, coach teams, and drive client relationships, utilizing your expertise in U.S. Federal and state taxation. This role fosters an inclusive workplace while enhancing your professional growth and technical knowledge.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in U.S. Federal and state corporate income tax.
• Completion of CPA designation is necessary.
• Experience with domestic and international tax issues is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of clients and plan/review tax compliance projects.
• Support cross-border mergers and acquisitions.
• Participate in business development activities for new client opportunities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Tax compliance knowledge

Education

Masters of US Taxation

US CPA or Canadian CPA

Tools

OneSource

GoSystem

Checkpoint

BNA

CCH

Job description

A career in our International Tax Desk practice within International Tax services offers you the opportunity to assist multinational companies with their cross-border tax needs, managing global tax rates, identifying cost reduction areas, and responding to regulatory inquiries. You will gain a global perspective and an understanding of tax issues arising from evolving business structures and geographic expansions. Our team advises clients on tax laws, reporting, legislation, and planning strategies based on specific geographies and jurisdictions. Your role will involve supporting our team with local tax laws, reporting requirements, statutory filings, corporate strategy, transfer pricing, indirect tax, and other international taxation needs.

Meaningful work you’ll be part of

As a U.S. Tax Senior Manager, you'll collaborate with a team of problem solvers to address complex business issues from strategy to execution. Responsibilities include:

1. Developing new skills outside of your comfort zone.
2. Resolving issues that hinder team effectiveness.
3. Coaching others, recognizing their strengths, and encouraging ownership of personal development.
4. Analyzing complex ideas or proposals and providing meaningful recommendations.
5. Utilizing multiple information sources, including stakeholder views, to develop solutions.
6. Simplifying complex messages and highlighting key points.
7. Upholding the firm's code of ethics and business conduct.
8. Managing a portfolio of clients proactively, reporting to senior members of the US Corporate Tax team across Canada.
9. Planning and reviewing US federal, state, and local tax compliance projects for diverse clients.
10. Assisting clients with US tax needs, including reorganizations, loss limitations, earnings stripping, etc.
11. Supporting cross-border mergers and acquisitions, including due diligence, planning, financing structures, and post-merger integration.
12. Participating in business development activities to identify and research new or existing client opportunities.
13. Enhancing technical knowledge for yourself and your team.
14. Staying updated on local and national business and economic issues affecting clients.
15. Building internal relationships and promoting the PwC brand.

Experience and skills you’ll need to solve

• Experience in US Federal and state corporate income tax.
• US CPA or Canadian CPA or relevant professional designation.
• Completion of a Masters of US Taxation is an asset.
• Experience with US domestic and international tax issues, including research.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Experience with tax software like OneSource or GoSystem and research tools such as Checkpoint, BNA, or CCH is an asset.

PwC Canada is committed to fostering an inclusive, hybrid work environment. Specific expectations can be discussed during interviews.