Indirect Tax Director

Overview

Join PwC New Zealand as an Indirect Tax Director in Auckland, focusing on GST advisory services. This leadership role involves working with some of New Zealand's premier organizations on complex GST transactions and issues. You will contribute to the growth and shaping of PwC's GST advisory practice, collaborating within New Zealand and the global PwC network.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead analysis, research, and application of tax legislation to provide clear, commercial advice on complex GST issues, including preparing and delivering both written and verbal client communications.
• Offer expert technical support for indirect tax reviews, engaging as necessary in specialist roles.
• Engage directly with clients to understand their business challenges and tailor effective solutions to meet their GST and indirect tax needs.
• Collaborate across PwC teams and service lines to ensure exceptional client experiences.
• Support the team and PwC's external network in shaping indirect tax law reforms and maintain ongoing interaction with policy officials.
• Develop the PwC brand through identifying and executing business development opportunities with current and prospective clients.
• Focus primarily on GST advisory and transactional services rather than GST compliance.

Skills and Qualifications

• Extensive experience with complex GST/VAT matters, possessing strong technical knowledge gained from professional services, tax authorities, legal practice, or senior in-house tax roles.
• A bachelor’s degree is required, with relevant tertiary qualifications and, if applicable, accounting or legal professional credentials.
• A legal background is advantageous but not mandatory.
• Demonstrated success in managing client relationships effectively.
• Excellent proficiency in spoken and written English communication.

Work Environment and Benefits

• Competitive discretionary bonuses and referral rewards, plus a variety of retail discounts.
• Access to global networks, leadership programs, AI training tools, and structured learning paths.
• Wellness benefits include an annual wellbeing allowance, life and income protection insurance, mental health support services, paid sick leave, and optional group health insurance.
• Strong organizational reputation fostering career acceleration and impactful work for clients and communities.
• Flexible work arrangements supported by a coaching culture.
• Additional time off provided through annual recognition days, summer shutdown breaks, and options to purchase further leave.
• Inclusive family and community support including paid parental leave, financial planning assistance, inclusive networks, and paid volunteering leave.

Additional Information

• Maintaining independence is a critical requirement, subject to an independence review process.
• Applications must be submitted directly by candidates; no recruitment agencies are involved.
• Early applications are encouraged as the position may close once a suitable candidate is identified.
• AI-enabled tools may assist in the recruitment process, but all decisions are made by PwC personnel.
• Work visa sponsorship is available for this role.