Former IRS Industry Director Joins PwC National Tax Services Practice

Thomas Wilson, former Large and Mid-Size Business Division industry director for the telecommunications, media, high technology, publishing, entertainment, sports and gaming industries at the Internal Revenue Service, has joined PricewaterhouseCoopers as a managing director in the Washington National Tax Service's IRS Service Team, the Big Four firm said.

In his new role, Wilson will work with the IRS and provide clients with insight on examinations and appeals processes, international controversy resolution, and employment tax.

During his 36 years at the IRS, Wilson served as assistant commissioner of examinations and as national director of corporate examinations, and received over 50 awards, including several IRS Commissioner Awards and the Presidential Rank Award for Meritorious Service.

"Tom's extensive experience in negotiations and issues resolution will be a tremendous asset to our clients and the overall firm," said Tim Throndson, PricewaterhouseCoopers' partner and IRS Service Team leader.

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