Vessel Captain/Vessel Mate

Summary: A career within PwC Private will provide the opportunity to help private companies with a range of business advisory needs such as audit, tax compliance, and planning to help improve their operational efficiency and to free up time that can be spent focusing on business strategy. You’ll have the opportunity to experience the entire business life cycle of a private company from inception to growth, maturity and transition. Our team helps our clients design and implement personal and customised service plans that are unique to privately owned entities, entrepreneurs, and high net worth individuals. You’ll be assisting the team focus on key issues like wealth management, compliance, cash flow management, equity expansion, divestiture and exit strategies.

Our PwC Private teams help entrepreneurs, private business owners and family enterprises manage their ownership and growth at every stage, in a way that fits the needs of their business in today's changing global landscape.

PwC’s High Net Worth (HNW) practice is a core part of PwC Private, supporting High Net Worth Individuals and some of Canada’s most iconic families with a range of tax and business advisory needs such as tax and estate planning, tax audit, and tax compliance. The HNW Team acts as trusted advisors, helping our clients free up time that can be spent on growing their wealth and minimizing their total tax and compliance burden.

Meaningful work you’ll be part of:

1. As a PwC Private, High Net Worth Tax, Senior Manager, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
2. Encourage everyone to have a voice and invite opinion from all, including quieter members of the team.
3. Deal effectively with ambiguous and unstructured problems and situations.
4. Initiate open and candid coaching conversations at all levels.
5. Move easily between big picture thinking and managing relevant detail.
6. Anticipate stakeholder needs, and develop and discuss potential solutions, even before the stakeholder realizes they are required.
7. Contribute technical knowledge in the area of specialism.
8. Contribute to an environment where people and technology thrive together to accomplish more than they could apart.
9. Navigate the complexities of cross-border and/or diverse teams and engagements.
10. Initiate and lead open conversations with teams, clients and stakeholders to build trust.
11. Uphold the firm's code of ethics and business conduct.

Experiences and skills you’ll use to solve:

1. Prior experience in a public accounting firm or law firm an asset.
2. The Master of Taxation (Mtax) or equivalent, or completion of Levels I, II and III of the CPA In-depth Tax Course would be an asset.
3. CPA, CA or other relevant professional designation.
4. Trust and Estate Practitioner designation (TEP) would be an asset.
5. Good understanding of Canadian tax rules and issues facing high net worth clients with corporations and trusts.
6. Proven ability to manage multiple assignments, clients and staff. Strong research, analytical, organization, and communication skills, the ability to work effectively under pressure, and a proactive attitude.
7. Demonstrated business development skills and enthusiasm about contributing to the growth of the HNW practice.
8. Ability to manage, develop, retain and mentor junior tax professionals.
9. A demonstrated commitment to valuing differences and working alongside and/or coaching diverse people and perspectives.

PwC BC Region Pay Range Information:

• The salary range for this position is $92,100 - $153,500, plus individuals may be eligible for an annual bonus payment. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon your skills, experience, qualifications and geographic location.
• Please note that the salary range for this position is reflected for our British Columbia region. Given our national recruiting approach, we recruit (and may hire) in other regions and therefore the salary range may differ depending on the work location.

Why you’ll love PwC:

We’re inspiring and empowering our people to change the world. Powered by the latest technology, you’ll be a part of amazing teams helping public and private clients build trust and deliver sustained outcomes. This meaningful work, and our continuous development environment, will take your career to the next level. We reward your impact, and support your wellbeing, through a competitive compensation package, inclusive benefits and flexibility programs that will help you thrive in work and life.

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The most connected firm through activity-based working:

PwC Canada is committed to cultivating an inclusive, hybrid work environment - one that is collaborative, supportive and productive. We work in-person and virtually, as is best suited for our clients, teams and people. We want you to be intentional with your work, how you do it and where it’s done. PwC offices are hubs of connectivity and learning. We strongly encourage our people to prioritize in-person work, whether it’s in the office or at a client site. This means we expect you to be in-person (either with clients or in the office) at least half of your time. We know that hybrid work is all about balance, and capturing the benefits of in-person work is essential to your growth at the firm. Exact expectations for your team can be discussed with your interviewer.

What to consider before applying:

• This role has the option of being based out of our other Canadian offices.
• This role may require travel up to 20%.

Education:

Degrees / Field of Study required: Degrees / Field of Study preferred:

Certifications:

Required Skills:

Optional Skills:

Desired Languages:

Travel Requirements:

Up to 20%.

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

Government Clearance Required?

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