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PwC
San Francisco, CA

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 technologyenabled
tax advisors who provide benefits through digitization, automation, and increased
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

Learn more about how we work:

PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy:

As PwC is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law. 

For only those qualified applicants that are impacted by the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable, arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with these laws. At PwC, we recognize that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to responsibilities such as accessing sensitive company or customer information, handling proprietary assets, or collaborating closely with team members. We evaluate these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace for all.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled or the posting is removed, unless otherwise set forth on the following webpage. Please visit this link for information about anticipated application deadlines:

The salary range for this position is: $150,000 - $438,000, plus individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. For roles that are based in Maryland, this is the listed salary range for this position. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link:
Posted 2025-10-15

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