Join PwC's Tax team as a Summer Intern or Graduate in New Zealand. Advise clients on tax rules and implications while gaining practical experience.
About the role
- Tax Director leading and managing construction industry tax services for a fast-growing CPA firm. Guiding clients on tax strategies while overseeing engagements and staff development.
Responsibilities
- Lead and review complex income tax engagements for construction clients, including partnerships, S corporations, and C corporations.
- Manage and mentor engagement teams, ensuring high-quality deliverables and adherence to project deadlines.
- Provide strategic tax consulting related to job costing, revenue recognition (ASC 606), UNICAP, percentage-of-completion accounting, and multi-state nexus issues.
- Advise clients on entity structure, succession planning, ownership transitions, and tax-efficient strategies for mergers, acquisitions, and reorganizations within the construction industry.
- Identify and address opportunities for tax savings, credits, and incentives, including R&D, energy efficiency, and equipment depreciation.
- Oversee compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations impacting construction operations, including payroll tax, sales and use tax, and gross receipts tax.
- Collaborate with assurance and advisory teams to deliver integrated solutions that align with clients’ operational and financial goals.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to C-level executives, providing insights on the financial and operational tax implications of construction projects and business strategies.
- Drive growth by developing new client relationships and expanding services to existing clients.
- Participate in industry events and thought leadership efforts to enhance the firm’s visibility in the construction market.
Requirements
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) required.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; Master’s degree in Taxation highly preferred.
- 10+ years of progressive experience in public accounting, with a focus on federal and state tax compliance and consulting for the construction industry.
- Strong technical expertise in S-Corporation & Partnership taxation and multi-entity structures.
- In-depth knowledge of construction industry accounting and tax issues, including long-term contracts (Section 460, bonding, and state nexus.
- Proven leadership and client relationship management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to explain complex tax concepts clearly.
- Experience with CCH Axcess, GoSystems, and related tax software preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple engagements, lead teams, and contribute to firm growth initiatives.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance on the first day of employment
- Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account
- 401k with Profit Sharing
- 9+ holidays and discretionary time off structure
- Parental Leave – coverage for both primary and secondary caregivers
- Tuition Assistance Program and CPA support program with cash incentive upon completion
- Discretionary incentive compensation based on firm, group and individual performance
- Incentive compensation related to origination of new client sales
- Top rated wellness program
- Flexible working environment including remote and hybrid options
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