State and Local Tax Financial Services Senior Associate

PwC•Tampa, FL

About The Position

A career in our State and Local Tax Financial Services practice, within State and Local Tax services, will provide you with the opportunity to help our clients solve their business issues related to business restructuring, adoption of new tax laws, and communicating local tax developments. You’ll help with assessing our client’s state and local tax burden and recommend solutions that support their overall business objectives to ensure that their filling positions are consistent with good business practices and with the states applicable tax laws and rules. Our team helps our Financial Services clients transform risk and compliance related to state and local taxes into a business advantage by aligning their state tax plan with the business strategy. You’ll focus on issues related to abandoned and unclaimed property, income and franchise tax, payroll and employment tax, credits and incentives, and indirect tax. As a Senior Associate, you'll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. As part of the State and Local Tax Financial Services team you are expected to lead the way as technology-enabled tax advisors who provide significance through digitization, automation, and increased efficiencies. As a Senior Associate you are to analyze complex problems, mentor others, and maintain rigorous standards. You are to focus on building client relationships and developing a deeper understanding of the business context, learning how to manage and inspire others while navigating increasingly complex situations.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Taxation
At least 2 years of experience

Nice To Haves

Master's Degree in Accounting or Taxation preferred
Experience in partnership tax compliance and public accounting practices
Knowledge of tax forms, including K-1s, FAS 109, FIN 48
Experience identifying and addressing client needs
Building substantial relationships with clients
Communicating with clients in an organized and knowledgeable manner
Demonstrating flexibility in prioritizing and completing tasks
Providing guidance and feedback to less-experienced staff
CPA or commitment to pass CPA exam before being promoted to Manager and thereafter obtain CPA or Active Member of the Bar.

Responsibilities

Lead and contribute to the strategic vision of the State and Local Tax Financial Services team
Develop solutions and solve intricate tax issues using analytical judgment
Identify opportunities to enhance efficiencies through digitization and automation
Set expectations and create conditions for exceptional work delivery
Model agile and inclusive leadership in various environments
Foster an environment of openness and transparency
Uphold the firm’s code of ethics and business conduct
Mentor and guide junior team members to develop their skills