Deals – Diligence Analytics Associate

About This Role

PwC is hiring entry-level Deals – Diligence Analytics Associates for Summer/Fall 2026. You will support M&A due diligence engagements by analyzing financial and operational data to identify risks and opportunities in acquisition targets — developing deep expertise in deal analytics at one of the Big Four's most active Deals practices.

Job Overview

• Job Title: Deals – Diligence Analytics Associate (Summer/Fall 2026)
• Company: PwC
• Location: Atlanta, GA / New York, NY / San Francisco, CA / Chicago, IL / Dallas, TX
• Job Type: Full-time
• Experience Level: Entry-level (less than 1 year of experience)
• Salary Range: $29–$48/hr ($61,000–$100,000/year)
• Posted Date: 2026-05-31
• Application Deadline: 2026-06-30

Role Context

PwC's Deals practice is one of the most active M&A advisory practices globally. As a Diligence Analytics Associate, you will join engagement teams supporting buy-side and sell-side due diligence — working on financial analysis, operational assessments, and data-room reviews for deals ranging from mid-market acquisitions to billion-dollar transactions.

Key Responsibilities

• Support M&A due diligence by analyzing financial, operational, and commercial datasets
• Build analytical models and visualizations to identify risks and opportunities in target companies
• Gather and synthesize large datasets from multiple sources for due diligence workstreams
• Collaborate with senior managers on client-facing deliverables and engagement reports
• Communicate analytical findings clearly in written reports and verbal presentations
• Develop proficiency in PwC's proprietary analytics platforms and methodologies

Requirements & Skills

• Bachelor's in Finance, Accounting, Business Analytics, Economics, or a related field
• Less than one year of relevant full-time work experience (entry-level)
• Must complete PwC's required assessment after submitting application
• Proficiency in Excel; SQL, Python, or BI tool experience preferred
• Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail
• Authorization to work in the U.S.; willingness to travel for client engagements

Benefits & Work Conditions

• $29–$48/hr ($61,000–$100,000/year) with annual discretionary bonus
• Hybrid schedule with client-site travel depending on deal activity
• PwC Digital Fitness training and professional certification reimbursement
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match
• PwC well-being credits and access to Be Well, Work Well programs

Who Should Apply

This is an excellent entry point for finance or analytics graduates who want exposure to M&A deals from day one. If you are detail-oriented, comfortable with financial data, and want to develop deep diligence expertise at a top advisory firm, PwC's Deals practice offers real transaction experience early in your career.

About the Company

PwC is one of the Big Four professional services firms with 65,000+ U.S. employees. Its Deals practice is among the most active M&A advisory operations globally, advising on thousands of transactions annually across financial services, healthcare, technology, and industrials.

How to Apply

Apply via the PwC jobs link above. After submitting, complete PwC's required online assessment. The interview process typically includes a recruiter screen, a technical or case round, and a final partner interview. Apply early — Deals Associate roles for Summer/Fall 2026 fill quickly.