Senior Associate – Tax Controversy and Dispute Resolution – Tax – Hong Kong

A career in Corporate Tax Services offers the opportunity to play a pivotal role in helping clients meet their tax obligations while strategically managing the impact of taxation on their business operations. As part of our dynamic team, you will provide expert advice on local and international tax matters across a range of industries, acting as a trusted advisor for integrated business and tax solutions.

PwC’s Tax Controversy and Dispute Resolution (TCDR) team supports clients in navigating and resolving complex tax disputes. Our team includes former IRD officers and industry specialists who work closely with PwC’s global network to resolve both local and cross-border tax controversies.

Key Responsibilities

As a Senior Associate, you will play an important role in helping clients prevent, manage, and resolve tax disputes. You will apply your technical expertise and advisory skills to support clients in substantiating their tax filing positions, responding to audits, and mitigating potential tax exposures. This is a unique opportunity to work alongside experienced tax professionals and former tax authorities, while gaining exposure to high-profile and complex tax dispute cases.

PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this level include but are not limited to:

Contribute to business tax compliance and tax advisory engagements

Assist in preparing and reviewing documentation to support clients’ tax positions during IRD audits and investigations

Identify and mitigate potential tax controversy risks by aligning with commercial substance and applicable regulations

Support clients in applying for tax exemption claims, treaty benefits, advance rulings and other dispute prevention measures

Collaborate with internal specialists and liaise with clients and IRD to facilitate dispute resolution

Monitor tax regulatory developments and contribute to managing multiple client engagements to deliver timely, high-quality services

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field

Professional certification from a recognized accounting body (e.g., CPA, ACCA) is advantageous

2-5 years of relevant tax experience

Experience working on tax audits, investigations, or controversy cases is an advantage

Demonstrated project management skills and a strong business acumen

Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex tax concepts clearly to clients and stakeholders

Proficiency in both written and spoken English and Chinese, including Cantonese and Mandarin.