Specialized Tax Services - Research & Development Tax - Senior Manager

PricewaterhouseCoopers•Washington DC, DC

52d•Remote

About The Position

As a Specialized Tax Services - Research & Development Tax - Senior Manager, you will focus on providing tax advice and solutions to clients in complex and niche areas of taxation, including accounting methods, fixed-assets, and research and development tax credits. Within our Tax practice, 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 high-performing, diverse, and inclusive teams. In this role at PwC, 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. Directing the team through complexity, you will demonstrate composure through ambiguous, challenging, and uncertain situations. Your commitment to excellence contributes to the success of our firm, as you deepen and evolve your skills with a focus on staying relevant in the ever-changing tax landscape.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Leveraging influence in strategic advising
Innovating processes for operational excellence
Applying systems thinking to identify opportunities
Directing teams through complex situations
Crafting impactful and engaging messages
Validating outcomes with client feedback
Developing high-performing, diverse teams

Responsibilities

Leading strategic tax planning initiatives to optimize client tax positions in complex areas such as research and development tax credits
Guiding teams through intricate tax compliance processes, confirming adherence to professional and technical standards
Applying systems thinking to identify underlying tax-related challenges and opportunities for clients
Crafting and conveying clear, impactful messages that tell a holistic story to clients and stakeholders
Validating outcomes with clients, sharing alternative perspectives, and acting on client feedback to enhance service delivery
Directing teams through complex tax restructuring projects, demonstrating composure in ambiguous situations
Developing and sustaining high-performing, diverse, and inclusive teams to drive operational excellence
Initiating open and honest coaching conversations to foster team growth and effectiveness
Making informed decisions and taking action to resolve issues hindering team performance
Modeling and reinforcing the firm's code of conduct and independence requirements in all client interactions