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Management Level Manager Job Description & Summary Kia ora, Do more than take the next step. Take the next leap. Explore careers at PwC New Zealand. At PwC, our purpose is clear: to build trust in society and solve important problems. Join our diverse whānau of experts and be supported with coaching, flexibility, and a culture where you truly belong. Here, you’ll work with world-leading technology - including A.I. - bringing your people-focussed skills and experience to deliver outcomes that matter. This is a place to keep growing. You’ll learn from the best, take on meaningful challenges, and make a lasting impact for our clients, our communities, and Aotearoa. Ngā Kōrero mo tēnei tūranga / About the role We are looking for a tax specialist to join our Tax & Legal Services team in Kirikiriroa /Hamilton at Manager level. You will work to provide tax consulting and compliance services to a broad base of clients under the direction of senior staff. You will assist in solving a client’s complex business problems by minimising tax and tax compliance costs and managing their strategic and operational tax risks. This is a full time, permanent opportunity, minimum 37.5 hours per week. In this role you will: Manage tax projects - applying an understanding of legislation and the interpretation of case law, producing well researched and analysed tax opinions. Apply an understanding of financial statements and their relevance to the tax function. Review client tax calculations and advise on compliance with tax legal requirements. Conduct tax reviews of corporate clients, looking for tax issues and consultancy opportunities. Assist senior staff in proactively managing client relationships, responding to all client queries in an effective and timely manner. You will formulate solutions to client problems/issues as well as identify value-added opportunities. Address any knowledge gaps through learning and adaptation as appropriate. Contribute to continuous improvement of in-house systems, technology and procedures Provide support to junior staff. Ngā pūkenga kei a koe / Skills and experience 3+ years proven tax experience in a large, global Chartered Accountancy firm. Of those 3+ you will have experience in preparing and reviewing complex income tax returns, interpreting tax legislation and financial information, engaging with tax authorities on behalf of clients and managing client relationships. 7+ years proven experience in a tax specialist role. Of those 7+ years, you will have experience with providing advice on complex tax issues, working to resolve tax disputes with tax authorities, assisting with tax due diligence projects, and you will have proven strong tax research skills. A relevant Bachelor’s degree related to tax, accounting, finance or a closely related subject. It is preferable for the successful candidate to be CA qualified, or have a relevant post graduate qualification in tax Knowledge of tax legislation and experience managing tax projects. Proactive and results oriented approach. Experienced with technology-based solutions. Exceptional communication, influencing, and negotiation skills. Demonstrated ability to build effective relationships with clients and staff. Ability to inspire teamwork, supervise, coach and support team members including assisting with the review and evaluation of staff performance. Ngā āhuatanga hirahira o te mahi ki PwC / Highlights of working at PwC NZ Growth - Global network; leadership development; A.I. tools and training; formal learning pathways Reputation - PwC is known for shaping tomorrow. Join us and you’ll accelerate your career while helping clients and communities solve their most important problems. Wellbeing - Life & income protection; Sonder/EAP/Headspace; 15 days’ paid sick leave; group-rate health insurance (eligibility applies) Flexibility - Flexible working; supportive coaching culture Time off - Purchase up to two extra weeks’ annual leave; two recognition days provided each year; annual summer shutdown period Whānau & community - Paid parental leave for all parents with flexible options and financial planning support; inclusive networks; paid volunteering leave Rewards - Discretionary bonus opportunities; generous referral bonuses; retail discounts & deals Mo te aha tāu e tatari ana? / What are you waiting for? Hit Apply now. To learn how you can grow and shine in your career at PwC, visit our careers site at https://www.pwc.co.nz/careers.html. Grow here. Go further. Ngā whakautu ki o pātai / Your questions answered: Mana motuhake / Independence: Maintaining independence is fundamental to demonstrating that PwC has not been influenced by any relationships or situations that undermine our objectivity. This role requires an independence review process. Tono tōtika mai / Please apply directly: We’re not currently partnering with recruitment agencies for this role. If you’d like to be considered, please apply directly - we’d love to hear from you. Nau mai ngā tono moata / We encourage early applications: This role may close before the listed date if we identify a suitable candidate. Atamai Hangahanga / A.I. usage: Please note that secure, A.I.-enabled tools may support parts of our recruitment process, but all applications are reviewed and decisions made by our people. Travel Requirements Not Specified Available for Work Visa Sponsorship? No Job Posting End Date December 18, 2025 Are you ready to make a difference? Want to unlock new value by applying your unique perspective and talents? You can grow exponentially at PwC. Here, you can uncover hidden talents, build lifelong relationships rooted in trust and empathy and turn challenges into opportunities for innovation. We’ll help you grow your skills through challenging, meaningful work so you can go further.