PwC Global

Indirect Tax Manager

3 Locations
Full-time
Posted Aug 21, 2026

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Communication
Compliance
Data Analysis
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Leadership
Problem Solving
Recruiting

Job description

Management Level

Manager

Job Description & Summary

Kia ora,

Be a catalyst for transformation. Shape the future at PwC New Zealand.

At PwC, our purpose is clear: to build trust in society and solve important problems.

This is a place to keep growing. You’ll learn from the best, take on meaningful challenges, and make a lasting impact for our clients, our communities, and Aotearoa.

Ngā k ōrero mo tēnei tūranga / About the role

W e are looking for a Manager or Senior Manager to join our market-leading Indirect Tax team within Tax and Legal Services in Tāmaki Makaurau / Auckland .

Our Indirect Tax team is passionate about helping clients navigate complex GST and Customs issues while unlocking value through practical, commercial solutions. We work across a broad range of industries, supporting clients with cross-border transactions, property acquisitions and developments, financial transactions, business sales and restructures, GST compliance, risk management, and tax governance.

As a Manager or Senior Manager, you’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality GST advisory and compliance services, leading client engagements, and developing trusted relationships with clients and colleagues. You’ll work alongside experienced indirect tax specialists locally and across the PwC global network, helping clients solve complex challenges while building your own technical and leadership capabilities.

Your role responsibilities will include:

•Leading GST advisory engagements and providing practical, commercially focused advice to clients.

•Researching and applying tax legislation to complex GST issues and preparing high-quality written and verbal advice.

•Managing GST compliance and review assignments, including oversight of GST return preparation and review processes.

•Helping clients identify , assess, and manage indirect tax risks through reviews, controls assessments and data analytics solutions.

•Building strong client relationships by understanding client objectives and delivering tailored solutions.

•Supporting and mentoring junior team members, fostering their technical development and career growth.

•Collaborating with specialists across PwC’s Tax, Deals, Assurance and Consulting businesses to provide integrated client solutions.

•Contributing to business development initiatives, thought leadership and market engagement activities that strengthen PwC’s presence in the indirect tax market.

N gā pūkenga ka kawea mai e koe , ka whakawhanakehia rānei i tēnei tūranga   / Skills you will bring or develop in this rol e

•Significant experience in indirect tax, including technical GST/VAT advisory work, gained either in New Zealand or internationally.

•Experience within a Big Four, professional services, advisory, legal, or corporate tax environment.

•Proven ability to manage client relationships and deliver high-quality outcomes across multiple engagements.

•Strong technical problem-solving skills with the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly and practically.

•Experience leading projects, managing stakeholders, and supporting junior team development.

•Degree qualified, with a relevant professional qualification (or working towards one) such as CAANZ, CPA, ACCA, ICAEW or equivalent.

•A legal background would be advantageous but is not essential.

•Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

N gā āhuatanga hirahira o te mahi ki PwC / Highlights of working at PwC N Z

•Rewards - Discretionary bonus opportunities; generous referral bonuses; retail discounts & deals

•Growth - Global network; leadership development; A.I. tools and training; formal learning pathways

•Wellbeing - $250 annual wellbeing allowance; Life & income protection; S onder/EAP/Headspace; 15 days paid sick leave; group-rate health insurance (eligibility applies)

•Reputation - PwC is known for shaping tomorrow. Join us and you’ll accelerate your career while helping clients and communities solve their most important problems.

•Flexibility - Flexible working; supportive coaching culture

•Time off - T wo paid recognition days off provided each year during our annual summer shutdown period ; p urchase up to two extra weeks’ annual leave

•Whānau & community - Paid parental leave for all parents with flexible options and financial planning support; inclusive networks; paid volunteering leave

M ō te aha tāu e tatari ana? / What are you waiting for ?

Discover a life that works for you with our diverse, inclusive, and flexible culture - and a range of financial and non‑financial rewards. Explore how you can grow at PwC on our careers site at https://www.pwc.co.nz/careers.html .

Grow here. Go further.

Ngā whakautu ki o pātai / Your questions answered

M otuhake / Independence: Maintaining independence is fundamental to demonstrating that PwC has not been influenced by any relationships or situations that undermine our objectivity. This role requires an independence review process .

Tono tika mai / Please apply directly: We’re not currently partnering with recruitment agencies for this role. If you’d like to be considered, please apply directly - we’d love to hear from you.

Nau mai ngā tono wawe / We encourage early applications: This role may close before the listed date if we identify a suitable candidate.

A tamai h angahanga / A.I. usage: Please note that secure, A.I.-enabled tools may support parts of our recruitment process, but all applications are reviewed and decisions made by our people .

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Up to 20%

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