Job Overview & Organization Mission

Deliver strategic M&A tax due diligence, debt-equity structuring, and cross-border tax advisory for major corporate transactions.

PwC Australia’s Corporate & International Tax practice in Sydney is recruiting a Senior Tax Manager. In this client-facing advisory role, you will advise private equity funds, multinationals, and ASX-listed entities on landmark mergers, acquisitions, tax consolidation, and cross-border restructuring.

As a key member of the team at PwC Australia in Sydney, NSW, you will play a central role in driving excellence, upholding top-tier Australian industry standards, and contributing directly to the strategic milestones of one of the nation’s premier employers.

Key Duties & Core Responsibilities

In this critical role, your operational duties and key performance responsibilities will encompass:

• Lead buy-side: Lead buy-side and sell-side tax due diligence for large-scale corporate and private equity transactions.
• Structure tax-efficient: Structure tax-efficient acquisition and divestment vehicles under Australian tax law.
• Analyze transfer: Analyze transfer pricing, thin capitalization, and foreign income tax offset (FITO) implications.
• Draft ruling: Draft ruling applications, objection submissions, and engage with the Australian Taxation Office (ATO).
• Lead, develop,: Lead, develop, and mentor teams of managers, senior associates, and graduate accountants.

Required Qualifications, Licenses & Experience

To be successful in this position at PwC Australia, candidates are expected to satisfy the following essential selection criteria:

• Mandatory Qualification: Bachelor of Laws / Commerce & Chartered Accountants (CA) or CTA Accreditation.
• Relevant Experience: Minimum 5+ Years of verified industry experience in Australia or recognized overseas equivalence.
• Degree in Law, Commerce, or Accounting.
• CA ANZ qualification, Master of Taxation, or Chartered Tax Adviser (CTA) designation.
• 6+ years corporate tax advisory experience with a Big 4 or national tier-1 firm.
• Deep technical knowledge of the Income Tax Assessment Acts (ITAA 1936 & 1997).

Core Competencies & Key Technical Proficiencies

The successful applicant will possess demonstrated capabilities across the following domain skill sets:

Salary, Compensation & Employee Benefits

At PwC Australia, we understand that our people drive our achievements. An outstanding remuneration and wellbeing package is provided in line with Australian benchmarks:

• Competitive Remuneration: AU$160,000 – AU$200,000 per year + standard Australian Superannuation (11.5%).
• Remuneration $160,000 – $200,000 + 11.5% super + firm performance bonus.
• Stunning Barangaroo harbourside offices with agile, flexible work environments.
• Clear partnership track and international secondment opportunities.
• Leave Entitlements: 4 weeks annual leave (with 17.5% annual leave loading where applicable) plus 10 days paid personal/carer’s leave.
• Flexible Work: Progressive work-life balance options with supportive corporate culture and leadership development pathways.

About the Employer: PwC Australia

PwC Australia delivers audit, tax, and consulting services to build trust in society and solve important problems.

PwC Australia is deeply committed to building diverse, equitable, and culturally inclusive work environments. We proudly celebrate diversity and welcome applications from all qualified individuals including First Nations Australians, people with disabilities, and candidates from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Application Process & Next Steps

Applications for this position are currently open and being reviewed on a rolling basis. Suitable candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible before the published closing date.

Please prepare an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) and a tailored Cover Letter highlighting your relevant experience against the key selection criteria outlined above.

To proceed with your application, click the Apply on Employer Site button to access the official PwC Australia careers gateway.