Employment Tax Manager

About the role Be a catalyst for transformation and shape the future at PwC NewZealand. In this role you will join a specialist employment tax team in Auckland, providing high‑quality employment tax advice across advisory and compliance projects—including PAYE, FBT, employee share scheme reporting, and other employer‑compliance matters. Responsibilities Lead or support employment tax advisory and compliance engagements covering PAYE, FBT and ESS reporting, ranging in complexity, with support from senior tax advisors. Provide practical, well‑researched and technically robust tax advice on PAYE, FBT, employee benefits, allowances, employee share schemes, remuneration arrangements, international workforce tax and employer compliance matters. Support employment and payroll tax reviews, voluntary disclosures, Inland Revenue interactions and other employment‑related tax risk management projects. Assist with employee share scheme tax advisory, structuring and reporting, including the tax treatment of equity‑based reward arrangements. Support employment tax and employee share scheme input into transactions, restructures and other business change projects. Coach, delegate to and support junior team members across advisory and compliance work. Leverage GenAI, digital tools, PwC methodologies and quality frameworks to improve efficiency, consistency and client outcomes. Manage and develop strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor and identifying opportunities to support clients with employment tax, reward and workforce‑related tax issues. Qualifications & Experience Significant, proven tax experience (over 4 years) in a professional environment, including handling complex tax advisory projects. Experience in PAYE, FBT, employee share schemes, remuneration or other workforce‑related tax matters is strongly preferred. Strong understanding of tax legislation and revenue authority practices, gained in NewZealand or a comparable jurisdiction with similar tax principles. Proven leadership experience in managing teams or complex projects. Experience in business development and client relationship management. International experience paired with NewZealand tax experience would be advantageous. Willingness to learn new skills and develop in a way that is meaningful for you while working with clients across multiple industries. Benefits Discretionary bonus opportunities; generous referral bonuses; retail discounts and deals. Global network and leadership development opportunities. Access to A.I. tools and training; formal learning pathways. $250 annual well‑being allowance; life and income protection; Sonder/EAP/Headspace support; 15 days’ paid sick leave; group‑rate health insurance (eligibility applies). Flexible working and supportive coaching culture. Two paid recognition days off each year during the annual summer shutdown period; option to purchase up to two extra weeks of annual leave. Paid parental leave for all parents with flexible options; financial planning support. Inclusive networks and paid volunteering leave. #J-18808-Ljbffr