Sales & Use Tax Senior Manager

About this role

Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism State & Local Tax (SALT) Management Level Senior Manager Job Description & Summary The Opportunity

As a Sales & Use Tax Senior Manager, you will guide clients through the complexities of indirect tax regulations, focusing on value-added tax (VAT), goods and services tax (GST), and sales tax. Within our Tax practice, you will provide strategic advice and guidance to optimize clients' tax positions, helping them navigate intricate tax landscapes. As a Senior Manager, you will leverage your skills and professional network to deliver quality results, motivating and coaching teams to solve complex problems. You will apply sound judgment, recognizing when to take action and when to escalate, while developing and sustaining diverse and inclusive teams.

In this role, you will craft and convey clear, impactful messages that tell a holistic story, applying systems thinking to identify underlying problems and opportunities. You will validate outcomes with clients, share alternative perspectives, and act on client feedback. Your ability to direct teams through complexity, demonstrating composure in challenging situations, will contribute to the success of our firm. This position offers the chance to deepen your skills and evolve your professional capabilities, focusing on staying relevant in the ever-changing tax landscape.

Responsibilities

• Leading indirect tax advisory projects, focusing on sales and use tax compliance and strategy
• Guiding clients through complex indirect tax regulations to optimize their tax positions
• Developing and implementing innovative tax planning strategies to address client needs
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver comprehensive tax solutions
• Utilizing analytical thinking to identify opportunities for tax savings and risk mitigation
• Managing client relationships and providing strategic input to enhance service delivery
• Overseeing the preparation and review of VAT returns and other indirect tax documentation
• Coaching and mentoring team members to foster a culture of continuous learning and development
• Applying systems thinking to identify underlying tax issues and opportunities for improvement
• Validating outcomes with clients and incorporating feedback to refine tax strategies

What You Must Have

• At least a Bachelor's degree
• At least 6 years of experience
• At least one of the following: Certified Public Accountant, Member of the Bar or other tax, technology, or finance-specific credentials may qualify for this opportunity

What Sets You Apart

• Demonstrating advanced skills in indirect tax controversies
• Utilizing AI fluency to enhance tax technology solutions
• Applying analytical thinking to complex tax modeling scenarios
• Excelling in strategic questioning to drive business tax planning
• Leveraging influence to navigate customs regulations and tariffs
• Embracing change through rapid experimentation and digital tooling
• Building relationships to foster inclusion and teamwork

Travel Requirements Up to 20% Job Posting End Date

The salary range for this position is: $124,000 - $335,000. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. All hired individuals are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glance

As PwC is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law.

PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.

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