Banking & Capital Markets Tax Director

At PwC, our people in tax services focus on providing advice and guidance to clients on tax planning, compliance, and strategy. These individuals help businesses navigate complex tax regulations and optimise their tax positions. Those in tax compliance at PwC will focus on validating clients' compliance with tax laws and regulations. You will review and analyse financial data, prepare and file tax returns, and assist businesses in meeting their tax obligations while minimising risks of non-compliance.

Translating the vision, you set the tone, and inspire others to follow. Your role is crucial in driving business growth, shaping the direction of client engagements, and mentoring the next generation of leaders. You are expected to be a guardian of PwC's reputation, understanding that quality, integrity, inclusion and a commercial mindset are all foundational to our success. You create a healthy working environment while maximising client satisfaction. You cultivate the potential in others and actively team across the PwC Network, understanding tradeoffs, and leveraging our collective strength.

Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:

• Lead in line with our values and brand.
• Develop new ideas, solutions, and structures; drive thought leadership.
• Solve problems by exploring multiple angles and using creativity, encouraging others to do the same.
• Balance long-term, short-term, detail-oriented, and big picture thinking.
• Make strategic choices and drive change by addressing system-level enablers.
• Promote technological advances, creating an environment where people and technology thrive together.
• Identify gaps in the market and convert opportunities to success for the Firm.
• Adhere to and enforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance) the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.

The Opportunity
As part of the Financial Services Tax team you are expected to lead the way as technology-enabled tax advisors who provide benefits through digitization, automation, and increase efficiencies. As a Director you are expected to set the strategic direction, lead business development efforts, and oversee multiple projects while maintaining impactful executive-level client relations. You are expected to provide exceptional technical knowledge and specialization, coupled with the One Firm knowledge that brings everything PwC offers to solve our clients' needs.

Responsibilities
- Set the strategic direction for the Financial Services Tax team
- Lead business development initiatives to drive growth
- Oversee multiple projects maintaining quality delivery
- Maintain executive-level client relationships
- Provide technical knowledge and industry insights
- Foster a culture of digitization and automation
- Equip professionals to succeed in complex transactions
- Leverage One Firm knowledge to address client needs

What You Must Have
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
- 6 years of experience
- CPA, Member of the Bar or other tax, technology, or finance-specific credentials may qualify for this opportunity

What Sets You Apart
- Considerable knowledge of tax issues in banking industry
- Considerable knowledge of public accounting practices
- Significant technical skills including FAS 109 and FIN 48
- Identifying and addressing client needs
- Developing and sustaining meaningful client relationships
- Preparing and presenting complex written and verbal documents
- Leading teams to generate a vision and establish direction
- Utilizing automation and digitization in professional services
- Evaluating and negotiating new and existing contracts

Travel Requirements
Up to 20%