Line of Service
Internal Firm Services

Industry/Sector
Not Applicable

Specialism
IFS - Finance

Management Level
Director

Job Description & Summary
PwC is seeking a Director of Tax Compliance and Advisory to lead the internal tax compliance and advisory function of the firm. This role combines technical tax advisory and compliance expertise with project management, with a focus on building and leading a high-quality tax function within the internal Finance function of PwC.

The Opportunity:

As a Director, Tax Strategy, Compliance & Partner Reporting, unlock your potential and embrace the chance to drive meaningful outcomes that'll elevate your career. Your role will include, but isn't limited to:

• Direct and review PwC's corporate, partnership and trust filings, while overseeing the partner compliance program responsible for preparing and reviewing partners' corporate and personal tax filings to ensure full compliance with Canadian and foreign tax laws
• Oversee global tax information reporting for PwC and its partners, manage responses to tax authority audits, inquiries and notices, and monitor legislative changes to ensure timely implementation by the firm
• Lead PwC's internal tax compliance function, including planning, execution, delivery timelines and resource allocation for engagements across all PwC entities and partners
• Support communications to partners regarding their compliance obligations and responsibilities, monitor adherence to those obligations, and identify opportunities to improve compliance workflows and efficiency through technology-enabled tools
• Serve as the firm's senior internal tax advisor, providing strategic and practical tax guidance to Finance leadership, Business Enablement leaders and other key stakeholders, aligned with the firm's objectives and regulatory requirements
• Build strong relationships within PwC's Business Enablement function, contribute to strategic discussions, and influence decision-making through proactive tax insights and business-focused advice
• Develop and lead the firm's tax strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives and partner needs while advising Finance and Business Enablement leadership on the tax implications of strategic initiatives, investments, restructurings and business changes
• Identify opportunities to enhance tax efficiency while maintaining compliance and managing risk; assess emerging tax legislation and regulatory developments, develop implementation strategies, and establish a robust tax governance framework including controls, policies and risk management practices
• Establish and lead the firm's internal tax function, defining the vision, priorities, organizational design, operating model and service delivery approach while supporting talent development, succession planning and a scalable, sustainable advisory and compliance function
• Provide overall oversight and accountability for the quality, consistency and timely delivery of all tax compliance and advisory activities, acting as the key point of contact for the partner compliance program and developing the capabilities and processes needed to strengthen delivery

What You'll Bring
Your skills, knowledge, and experiences are what set you apart. Here's what we look for:

• CPA, CA designation is an asset
• Extensive experience in public accounting, professional services or a similarly complex environment, with a strong foundation in personal and corporate tax compliance
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement tax strategy within a complex organization, including advising senior executives and influencing business decisions
• Proven success leading transformational initiatives, process modernization and technology-enabled improvements that strengthen efficiency, governance and service delivery
• Experience overseeing partnership taxation, partner reporting and tax information reporting requirements, supported by deep knowledge of Canadian tax legislation and compliance frameworks
• Strong project management, leadership, stakeholder management and analytical skills, with the ability to manage priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes in a dynamic environment

This newly created role reflects our commitment to growth and delivering distinctive value for our clients and stakeholders.

The salary range for this position is $162,000 - $212,000. The posted salary range represents the expected hiring range for PwC locations in major city centres. Given our national recruiting approach, ranges may vary for positions in other locations. At PwC Canada, base salary is determined by your skills, experience, qualifications and work location. In addition to base salary, eligible employees may have opportunities to participate in variable incentive pay programs which are designed to reward individual and firm-wide achievements. We are committed to offering competitive compensation and adhere to all relevant pay transparency legislation. During the hiring process, our Talent Acquisition team will provide details about our comprehensive total rewards package.

Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)
Degrees/Field of Study required:

Degrees/Field of Study preferred:

Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)

Required Skills

Optional Skills
Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Balance Sheet Analysis, Cash Flow Analysis, Coaching and Feedback, Communication, Creativity, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Escalation Management, Financial Budgeting, Financial Forecasting, Financial Management, Financial Modeling, Financial Planning, Financial Policy, Financial Review, Financial Risk Analysis, Financial Statement Modeling, Financial Strategy, Inclusion, Influence {+ 21 more}

Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements
Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?
No

Government Clearance Required?
No

Job Posting End Date