Tax & Assurance - Technology & Innovation Associate - Summer/Fall 2026 Save for Later Remove job

At PwC, our people in tax services focus on providing advice and guidance to clients on tax planning, compliance, and strategy. These individuals help businesses navigate complex tax regulations and optimise their tax positions. In tax reporting strategy at PwC, you will assist clients in developing tax reporting strategies and maintaining compliance with tax regulations. In this field, you will analyse financial data, interpret tax laws, and provide guidance on tax reporting requirements, aiming to optimise tax positions and minimise risks for businesses.

Driven by curiosity, you are a reliable, contributing member of a team. In our fast-paced environment, you are expected to adapt to working with a variety of clients and team members, each presenting varying challenges and scope. Every experience is an opportunity to learn and grow. You are expected to take ownership and consistently deliver quality work that drives value for our clients and success as a team. As you navigate through the Firm, you build a brand for yourself, opening doors to more opportunities.

Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:

• Apply a learning mindset and take ownership for your own development.
• Appreciate diverse perspectives, needs, and feelings of others.
• Adopt habits to sustain high performance and develop your potential.
• Actively listen, ask questions to check understanding, and clearly express ideas.
• Seek, reflect, act on, and give feedback.
• Gather information from a range of sources to analyse facts and discern patterns.
• Commit to understanding how the business works and building commercial awareness.
• Learn and apply professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), uphold the Firm's code of conduct and independence requirements.

The Opportunity

As a Technology & Innovation Associate you will engage in innovative software and product development projects, focusing on software engineering within the realm of tax technology. As an Associate, you will contribute to client engagements and projects, developing your skills and knowledge to deliver quality work. You will be exposed to clients, learning how to build meaningful connections, manage and inspire others, and grow your personal brand by deepening your technical knowledge of firm services and technology resources.

In this role, you will be part of a dynamic team that supports client-facing initiatives, leveraging your skills in software development and project planning. You will have the opportunity to work with a variety of technologies, including SOAP, SwiftUI, and Flutter, to create impactful solutions. This position offers a chance to develop your analytical and adaptable skills in a fast-paced environment, while contributing to the broader objectives of your projects and understanding how your work fits into the overall strategy. Embrace the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, as you navigate complex situations and deliver quality outcomes.

Responsibilities

- Developing software solutions using programming languages such as Java, Python, and C++
- Engaging in software project planning to establish commitments and define work plans
- Participating in tax technology projects, focusing on software engineering and product innovation
- Collaborating with teams to prepare and analyze tax documents and financial statements
- Conducting tax research and consulting to support client engagements
- Utilizing software development methodologies to create and maintain applications
- Applying business requirements analysis to translate client needs into software solutions
- Implementing software testing and quality assurance processes to validate functionality
- Supporting client management through effective communication and teamwork
- Assisting in troubleshooting issues and debugging software to resolve technical challenges

What You Must Have

- Currently pursuing or have completed a Bachelor's degree in at least one of the following field(s) of study: Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, Computer Science, Computer and Information Science, Computer Management, Information CyberSecurity, or Software Engineering
- At least a 3.0 overall GPA
- Currently pursuing or have completed a Bachelor's degree
- Client service associate positions are entry-level roles intended for job seekers who are completing or have recently completed their final academic year of educational requirements

What Sets You Apart

- Preference for a 3.3 overall GPA
- Demonstrating intellectual curiosity and adaptability in fast-paced environments
- Engaging in tax research and documentation with attention to detail
- Utilizing software development skills in tax technology solutions
- Participating in software project planning and execution
- Excelling in teamwork and client support tasks
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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:

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. 

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.

The salary range for this position is: $53,500 - $142,000, plus individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. For roles that are based in Maryland, this is the listed salary range for this position. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. 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: