Tax Associate (Entry Level)

About This Role

PwC is hiring Tax Associates for its Tax practice through campus recruiting. You will prepare federal and state tax returns, support tax planning projects, and develop technical skills in corporate taxation, partnership structures, or international tax, depending on your practice group.

Job Overview

• Job Title: Tax Associate (Entry Level)
• Company: PwC
• Location: New York, NY / Washington, DC / Charlotte, NC / San Francisco, CA / Detroit, MI
• Job Type: Full-time
• Experience Level: Entry-level (0–2 years)
• Salary Range: $27–$36/hr
• Posted Date: 2026-06-03
• Application Deadline: 2026-07-03

Role Context

Tax Associates at PwC sit within a specific tax practice — Corporate Tax, Private Business, Real Estate, or International — and focus on a concentrated client base rather than rotating. This model helps new hires develop deep expertise quickly. You will be supervised by a senior associate or manager and expected to take ownership of tax return preparation by your second busy season.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare federal and multi-state corporate income tax returns using Go System or OneSource
• Research tax questions and draft technical memos summarizing findings
• Assist with tax provision calculations under ASC 740
• Gather and organize client tax documents and support schedules
• Identify potential planning opportunities and communicate to senior staff
• Maintain organized digital workpapers meeting PwC quality standards

Requirements & Skills

• Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting or Taxation (150 credits preferred)
• Coursework in federal taxation, corporate tax, or partnership tax preferred
• Proficiency in Excel; tax software experience is a bonus
• Research skills for IRC code and Treasury regulations
• Willingness to work extended hours during tax busy season (Jan–April)
• CPA eligibility; PwC provides exam support and a pass bonus

Benefits & Work Conditions

• $27–$36/hr with annual reviews and tax season overtime pay
• CPA exam fee reimbursement and passing bonus
• PwC Digital Fitness app and 200-hour annual learning budget
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Student loan paydown contribution and 401(k) with match

Who Should Apply

Accounting or taxation graduates who want a specialized tax career with structured CPA support at a globally recognized firm. You should be curious about tax law, comfortable with tax software, and able to manage high-volume work during the spring busy season.

About the Company

PwC is a Big Four professional services network with 45,000 US employees. Its Tax practice serves corporations, partnerships, high-net-worth individuals, and multinational groups, handling everything from compliance and provision to cross-border structuring.

How to Apply

Apply through PwC's campus recruiting portal. Select Tax as your service area and pick your preferred location. The interview process includes an online video screen followed by a half-day office visit with individual and group interview components.