Manager / Senior Manager - U.S. Tax

PwC; Zürich; On-site; CHF 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

PwC Switzerland is seeking a Manager/Senior Manager for U.S. Tax to lead complex engagements for high-net-worth private clients in Zürich. You will drive planning, compliance and advisory services, collaborating across teams and guiding multiple engagements.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s degree in Accounting/Taxation/Law, with 5+ years of U.S. tax experience in an international firm, and CPA or Enrolled Agent status.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Accounting, Taxation or Law from an accredited university.
• Minimum 5 years of U.S. taxation experience in an international firm or similar.
• CPA qualification or IRS Enrolled Agent designation.
• Strong technical expertise in U.S. tax compliance, consulting and planning for private clients.
• Proven ability to identify client needs and develop new business opportunities.
• Experience leading teams and proficiency with U.S. tax software and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Build trusted relationships with private clients and deliver tailored tax solutions.
• Develop and implement U.S. tax planning strategies for long-term wealth planning.
• Review complex U.S. tax returns and ensure regulatory compliance and quality standards.
• Advise clients on complex U.S. tax matters with practical guidance.
• Analyze tax and financial data to generate insights for decision making.
• Shape team development and contribute to practice growth through coaching and cross-functional collaboration.

Skills

U.S. tax compliance

U.S. tax planning

Team leadership

Client relationship management

Business development

Private clients advisory

Education

Master's degree in Accounting/Taxation/Law

CPA or IRS Enrolled Agent

Tools

U.S. tax software

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Manager / Senior Manager - U.S. Tax

We are seeking a highly skilled U.S. Tax Manager or Senior Manager to lead and manage complex tax engagements for our private clients. Our U.S. Tax team specializes in delivering strategic tax planning and compliance services to high-net-worth individuals and private clients. Leveraging deep expertise in U.S. tax regulations and financial planning, we help clients navigate complex and evolving tax requirements with confidence. By combining technical excellence with a client-centrik approach, we provide tailored solutions that address each client's unique circumstances and support informed financial decision-making in an increasingly dynamic tax landscape.

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Your Impact

• Build trusted relationships with private clients and deliver tailored tax solutions that address their unique financial objectives.
• Develop and implement U.S. tax planning strategies that maximise tax efficiencies and support long-term wealth planning goals.
• Review complex U.S. tax returns and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal quality standards.
• Advise clients on complex U.S. tax matters, providing practical guidance in an evolving tax landscape.
• Analyse tax and financial data to generate insights and recommendations that support informed decision‑making.
• Shape team development and contribute to practice growth through coaching, business development and cross‑functional collaboration.

Your Skill Set

• Master's degree with a specialization in Accounting, Taxation or Law from an accredited university.
• Minimum 5 years of U.S. taxation experience within an international accounting firm or similar environment, focusing on compliance and consulting for high-net-worth individuals.
• CPA qualification or IRS Enrolled Agent designation.
• Strong technical expertise in U.S. tax compliance, consulting and planning for private clients.
• Proven ability to identify client needs, develop new business opportunities and collaborate across teams.
• Experience leading teams and proficiency in U.S. tax compliance software as well as Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Your Contact

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About PwC

At PwC Switzerland, we help clients build trust and reinvent so they can turn complexity into competitive advantage. We're part of a tech-forward, people-empowered network and help clients build, accelerate and sustain momentum across audit, assurance, tax, legal, workforce, deals and consulting.