Tax Manager

Specialized Tax Services - Energy Incentives & Credits DirectorThe Opportunity: As a Specialized Tax Services - Energy Incentives & Credits Director, you will focus on providing tax advice and solutions to clients in complex and niche areas of taxation, including accounting methods, fixed-assets, and research and development tax credits. Within our Tax practice, you will play a pivotal role in guiding businesses through intricate tax regulations and optimizing their tax positions. As a Director, you will set the strategic direction and lead business development efforts, making impactful decisions and overseeing multiple projects while maintaining executive-level client relations. You are expected to be a guardian of PwC's reputation, understanding that quality, integrity, inclusion, and a commercial mindset are foundational to our success. In this role, you will cultivate potential in others and actively collaborate across the PwC Network, leveraging collective strength to maximize client satisfaction. You will drive thought leadership by developing new ideas, solutions, and structures, and promote technological advances, creating an environment where people and technology thrive together. Your leadership will be crucial in shaping the direction of client engagements and mentoring the next generation of leaders, fostering a healthy working environment that aligns with our values and brand.Responsibilities:Leading strategic tax planning initiatives to optimize client tax positions in complex areas such as accounting methods and research and development tax creditsOverseeing the development and implementation of innovative tax solutions tailored to client needs within the energy incentives and credits sectorDriving business growth by identifying market opportunities and converting them into successful client engagementsMentoring and developing the next generation of leaders within the tax services team, fostering a culture of inclusion and professional growthCollaborating with executive-level clients to shape and direct engagements, confirming alignment with their strategic objectivesPromoting technological advancements and creating an environment where people and technology thrive togetherTranslating vision into actionable strategies that inspire teams and drive client satisfactionAdhering to and enforcing professional and technical standards, including PwC's code of conduct and independence requirementsUtilizing analytical thinking and systemic approaches to solve complex tax challenges and deliver value to clientsWhat You Must Have:At least a Bachelor's degreeAt least 8 years of experienceAt least one of the following: Certified Public Accountant, Member of the Bar or other tax, technology, or finance-specific credentials may qualify for this opportunityWhat Sets You Apart:Leading strategic initiatives in tax restructuring and incentivesDemonstrating proficiency in IRA energy, manufacturing and infrastructure tax credits and incentives, including eligibility assessment, documentation, monetization, transferability and transaction support, and compliance with bonus credits including domestic content and prevailing wage and registered apprenticeship requirementsUtilizing analytical thinking to drive innovative tax solutionsExcelling in strategic questioning to uncover client needsCultivating relationships through effective communication and influencePromoting systemic thinking to enhance tax policy developmentEmbracing change and fostering a culture of innovation