As a Tax Controversy and Dispute Resolution Manager you will support clients as they navigate audits, investigations, appeals, and other tax disputes, while helping them manage tax positions and regulatory demands within our Tax practice. As a Manager you will lead teams, coach junior staff, and take ownership of project planning, budgeting, execution, and completion while bringing sound judgment, business awareness, and a focus on quality to each engagement. In this role at PwC, you will use tax knowledge, dispute resolution skills, and technology-enabled approaches to guide workstreams, review deliverables, address issues with clients and stakeholders, and contribute to the Firm's broader tax planning and compliance services.
Responsibilities
- Managing tax controversy and dispute resolution workstreams for clients facing audits, investigations, and appeals
- Advising on tax positions, disclosures, and risk issues across domestic and international tax matters
- Coordinating case strategy, timelines, and deliverables across client service teams and subject matter specialists
- Reviewing technical analyses, issue papers, and supporting documentation for accuracy and consistency
- Developing responses to tax authority inquiries and preparing materials for administrative proceedings
- Leading research on tax legislation, regulations, and authority positions to support dispute planning
- Coaching team members through case execution, review feedback, and skill development
- Identifying process improvements and using technology tools to support efficient case management
What You Must Have
- At least a Bachelor's degree
- At least 4 years of experience
- At least one of the following: Certified Public Accountant, Member of the Bar or other tax, technology, or finance-specific credentials may qualify for this opportunity
What Sets You Apart
- Tax controversy and dispute resolution experience supporting client matters
- Leading planning, budgeting, execution, and completion of projects
- Coaching teams and developing junior professionals through work review
- Addressing client issues and difficult conversations with sound judgment
- Leveraging technology and innovation in tax delivery approaches
The salary range for this position is: $99,000 - $266,000. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. All hired individuals are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glance
As PwC is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law.
PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.
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For only those qualified applicants that are impacted by the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable, arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with these laws. At PwC, we recognize that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to responsibilities such as accessing sensitive company or customer information, handling proprietary assets, or collaborating closely with team members. We evaluate these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace for all.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree
- At least 4 years of experience
- Certified Public Accountant, Member of the Bar, or another qualifying tax, technology, or finance-specific credential
PwC Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Multiple medical plan options, prescription coverage, virtual care, preventive programs, and access to Headspace and Talkspace indicate robust health support. Feedback suggests well-being coaching and digital therapy add meaningful value to the U.S. package.
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Retirement Support — A firm-funded Wealth Builder plan alongside a 401(k) match and financial coaching signals strong long-term savings support. Student-loan paydown assistance and other financial-wellbeing tools further enhance the package.
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Parental & Family Support — Advertised 12 weeks of parental leave for all parents, plus adoption/surrogacy support, caregiver resources, and backup care highlight comprehensive family benefits. A phased return-to-work option offers additional support to new parents.
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