Position Overview

As a Senior Tax Associate within PNC's Finance organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh, PA.

The Tax Compliance Team is a core function within PNC Corporate Tax that is responsible for ensuring the organization’s compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws. This includes preparing all necessary tax calculations to conform with all relevant laws and regulations as well as maintaining appropriate documentation to support audits, assessments, and regulatory reviews. The team consistently works with other areas of the organization (Finance, Accounting, Legal, etc.) to provide insight and guidance as it relates to tax planning and strategy.

You would be joining a team of individuals with various backgrounds in both Accounting and Finance. This position offers a unique blend of both project-based and cyclical work due to the inherent deadlines associated with the position as well as specific ad-hoc projects that arise due to legislative changes or corporate initiatives. This role would allow you to become a subject matter expert in various areas of Corporate Tax as well as learn about the fundamental principles of corporate taxation.

Responsibilities:
• Contribute to organizational tax reporting and planning
• Gather, reconcile, and validate data used in tax calculations
• Oversee completion of accurate and complete tax returns for the organization
• Coordinate, facilitate, and resolve all taxing authority inquiries and audits
• Analyze legislative developments and advise others of organization-related impacts at federal, state, and local levels.
• Formulate and implement tax strategies that meaningfully contribute to PNC’s tax liability and risk profile
• Manage special projects and process improvements

PNC is an in-office company that fosters a supportive culture where employees can thrive and achieve balance. We encourage candidates to connect with their recruiter and hiring manager to understand workplace expectations and ensure the role aligns with their goals.

PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.

Job Description

• Strong contributor to organizational tax reporting, tax planning and compliance function.
• Oversees the completion of accurate tax returns to manage risk and minimize the tax obligations of the organization, utilizing general ledger and related financial documents as applicable. May also complete or assist with the completion of tax accounting entries and account reconciliations.
• Shows initiative and demonstrates autonomy in managing technical tax areas. Coordinates, facilitates and resolves all taxing authority inquiries and audits.
• Mentoring junior staff on appropriate regulations, filing procedures and internal communication needs. Keeps up-to-date with and advises others of company-related tax regulations at the federal, state and local levels.

PNC Employees take pride in our reputation and to continue building upon that we expect our employees to be:

• Customer Focused - Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and able to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions.
• Managing Risk - Assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with their business objectives and activities to ensure they adhere to and support PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework.

Qualifications

Successful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities for a role. Listed below are skills, competencies, work experience, education, and required certifications/licensures needed to be successful in this position.

Preferred SkillsData Analytics, Expense Controls, Financial Analysis, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Tax Audits, Tax Regulations, Tax Research

CompetenciesAccuracy and Attention to Detail, Audit And Compliance Function, Consulting, Decision Making and Critical Thinking, Effective Communications, Flexibility and Adaptability, General Ledger (G-L), Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Problem Solving, Tax Management

Work ExperienceRoles at this level typically require a university / college degree, with 3+ years of relevant / direct industry experience. Certifications are often desired. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered.

EducationBachelors

CertificationsNo Required Certification(s)

LicensesNo Required License(s)

Benefits

PNC offers a comprehensive range of benefits to help meet your needs now and in the future. Depending on your eligibility, options for full-time employees include: medical/prescription drug coverage (with a Health Savings Account feature), dental and vision options; employee and spouse/child life insurance; short and long-term disability protection; 401(k) with PNC match, pension and stock purchase plans; dependent care reimbursement account; back-up child/elder care; adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement; educational assistance, including select programs fully paid; a robust wellness program with financial incentives.

In addition, PNC generally provides the following paid time off, depending on your eligibility: maternity and/or parental leave; up to 11 paid holidays each year; 9 occasional absence days each year, unless otherwise required by law; between 15 to 25 vacation days each year, depending on career level; and years of service.

To learn more about these and other programs, including benefits for full time and part-time employees, visitpncthrive.com.