Corporate Tax – Associate / Senior Associate

JobSpace; Auckland; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus opportunities

AI tools and training

Life & income protection

Sonder/EAP/Headspace

Paid sick leave

Group-rate health insurance

Flexible working

Two paid recognition days off

Job summary

PwC New Zealand is seeking an Associate or Senior Associate to join its Corporate Tax team in Auckland. You will deliver high-quality tax advice on corporate tax matters for a diverse range of clients, with coaching and support to grow your technical and commercial capability.

You will collaborate across the business, work with global clients, and use AI and digital tools to enhance client service, efficiency, and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Tax experience in a professional services, commercial or revenue authority environment.
• Developing understanding of NZ tax legislation and revenue authority practices.
• Strong analytical, research and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Clear communication skills and the confidence to build relationships with clients and colleagues.
• For Senior Associate, experience taking ownership of workstreams or coaching juniors would be valuable.
• International experience, particularly with NZ tax, would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Use GenAI, digital tools, PwC methodologies and quality frameworks to improve efficiency and client outcomes.
• Support and, at Senior Associate level, coach junior team members across advisory and compliance work.
• Build trusted client relationships and communicate clearly with stakeholders.
• Spot opportunities to add value for clients and contribute to business development and portfolio growth.
• Research and prepare practical, technically sound tax advice on matters including acquisitions, divestments, tax reviews and other advisory assignments.
• Deliver tax advisory and compliance engagements with guidance from Managers and Tax Partners; Senior Associates may own defined workstreams and coordinate delivery.
• Build future-focused skills while working with global clients across multiple industries.

Skills

Tax advisory

Analytical thinking

Client relationship management

Communication skills

Mentoring juniors

Digital proficiency

Tools

GenAI tools

Data analysis tools

Job description

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Corporate Tax – Associate / Senior Associate

Be a catalyst for transformation. Shape the future at PwC New Zealand.

At PwC, our purpose is clear: to build trust in society and solve important problems.

This is a place to keep growing. You'll learn from the best, take on meaningful challenges, and make a lasting impact for our clients, our communities, and Aotearoa.

About the role

Build your career delivering high-quality tax advice by joining PwC as an Associate or Senior Associate in Tāmaki Makaurau / Auckland. As our Corporate Tax practice continues to grow, we are looking for an Associate or Senior Associate to join our collaborative team. You will work alongside experienced tax professionals on strategic tax reviews, corporate tax matters and innovative client solutions, with coaching and support to grow your technical and commercial capability.

You will collaborate across the business and contribute fresh thinking while working with a diverse range of high-value global clients. We use AI and digital tools to deliver high-quality, efficient client service, so curiosity about technology and a willingness to build your digital skills will help you succeed.

If you are curious, passionate about tax and eager to learn, you will thrive in this supportive and rewarding environment.

Your day-to-day could include:

• Use GenAI, digital tools, PwC methodologies and quality frameworks to improve efficiency, consistency and client outcomes
• Support and, at Senior Associate level, coach junior team members across advisory and compliance work
• Build trusted client relationships and communicate clearly with stakeholders
• Spot opportunities to add value for clients and contribute to business development and portfolio growth
• Research and prepare practical, technically sound advice on tax matters, including acquisitions, divestments, tax reviews, corporate tax issues and other advisory assignments
• Deliver tax advisory and compliance engagements of varying complexity, with guidance from Managers and Tax Partners; Senior Associates may take ownership of defined workstreams and coordinate delivery
• Build future-focused skills in a way that is meaningful to you while working with global clients across multiple industries

Skills you will bring or develop in this role

• Relevant tax experience gained in a professional services, commercial or revenue authority environment; we welcome candidates at both Associate and Senior Associate level
• A developing or strong understanding of tax legislation and revenue authority practices, gained in New Zealand or a comparable jurisdiction with similar tax principles
• Strong analytical, research and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and a commitment to high-quality work
• Clear communication skills and the confidence to build effective relationships with clients and colleagues
• For Senior Associate candidates, experience taking ownership of workstreams, reviewing work or supporting the development of junior team members would be valuable
• International experience, particularly when paired with New Zealand tax experience, would be advantageous

If you don't meet every requirement, we still want to hear from you - your skills and potential may be a great fit.

Highlights of working at PwC NZ

• Rewards - Discretionary bonus opportunities; generous referral bonuses; retail discounts & deals
• Growth - Global network; leadership development; A.I. tools and training; formal learning pathways
• Wellbeing - $250 annual wellbeing allowance; Life & income protection; Sonder/EAP/Headspace; 15 days'paid sick leave; group-rate health insurance (eligibility applies)
• Reputation - PwC is known for shaping tomorrow. Join us and you'll accelerate your career while helping clients and communities solve their most important problems.
• Flexibility - Flexible working; supportive coaching culture
• Time off - Two paid recognition days off provided each year during our annual summer shutdown period; purchase up to two extra weeks' annual leave
• Whānau & community - Paid parental leave for all parents with flexible options and financial planning support; inclusive networks; paid volunteering leave

Belong to a community of problem solvers where differences are embraced. We'll empower you with technology, coaching, flexibility and trust to make a meaningful difference.

Grow here. Go further.

This role may close before the listed date if we identify a suitable candidate.

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