Supports corporate tax compliance by reviewing tax provisions, returns, workpapers, computations, and client data. Researches federal, state, and local tax requirements; interprets financial statements and tax records; coordinates document collection and deadlines; responds to client inquiries; monitors tax law changes; and guides junior team members. The role also contributes to tax planning, filing accuracy, client recommendations, and regulatory compliance.
The Opportunity
As a Corporate Tax Senior Associate you will support corporate tax compliance, review financial data, prepare tax returns, and help clients manage obligations within our Tax practice. As a Senior Associate you will analyze complex issues, build meaningful client relationships, and guide junior team members while developing your technical skills and business understanding. In this role at PwC, you will apply tax compliance knowledge, interpret data to shape recommendations, respond to varied client needs, and contribute to workstreams that support tax planning, filing, and regulatory requirements.
Responsibilities
- Reviewing corporate tax provisions, returns, and supporting workpapers for accuracy and completeness
- Preparing and analyzing tax computations, schedules, and client data submissions across assigned engagements
- Researching federal, state, and local tax requirements to support compliance and planning discussions
- Interpreting financial statements, trial balances, and tax records to identify reporting issues and filing requirements
- Coordinating tax document collection, tracking deliverables, and managing workflow across multiple deadlines
- Developing client relationships by responding to questions, clarifying information requests, and anticipating follow-up needs
- Guiding junior team members through tax preparation tasks, review comments, and technical questions
- Applying tax research tools, digital workpapers, and data analysis methods to support accurate filing outcomes
- Monitoring changes in tax law and industry guidance to inform compliance approach and client communications
What You Must Have
- At least a Bachelor's degree
- At least 2 years of experience
- Before starting full-time at PwC, meet the educational requirements to be eligible to sit for the CPA exam in your intended state of employment (Member of the Bar or other tax, technology, or finance-specific credentials may qualify for this opportunity).
What Sets You Apart
- At least one of the following: Certified Public Accountant, Member of the Bar or other tax, technology, or finance-specific credentials may qualify for this opportunity
- Demonstrating corporate tax compliance experience across client engagements
- Interpreting tax data and turning findings into actionable recommendations
- Navigating complex tax concepts using critical thinking and sound judgment
- Building client relationships while anticipating team and client needs
- Mentoring junior team members and reviewing assigned workstream tasks
- Applying tax tools, methodologies, and guidance to changing business contexts
The salary range for this position is: $77,000 - $214,000. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. All hired individuals are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. 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: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glance
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.
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: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.
Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-work
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.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled or the posting is removed, unless otherwise set forth on the following webpage. Please visit this link for information about anticipated application deadlines: https://pwc.to/us-application-deadlines
As a Corporate Tax Senior Associate you will support corporate tax compliance, review financial data, prepare tax returns, and help clients manage obligations within our Tax practice. As a Senior Associate you will analyze complex issues, build meaningful client relationships, and guide junior team members while developing your technical skills and business understanding. In this role at PwC, you will apply tax compliance knowledge, interpret data to shape recommendations, respond to varied client needs, and contribute to workstreams that support tax planning, filing, and regulatory requirements.
Responsibilities
- Reviewing corporate tax provisions, returns, and supporting workpapers for accuracy and completeness
- Preparing and analyzing tax computations, schedules, and client data submissions across assigned engagements
- Researching federal, state, and local tax requirements to support compliance and planning discussions
- Interpreting financial statements, trial balances, and tax records to identify reporting issues and filing requirements
- Coordinating tax document collection, tracking deliverables, and managing workflow across multiple deadlines
- Developing client relationships by responding to questions, clarifying information requests, and anticipating follow-up needs
- Guiding junior team members through tax preparation tasks, review comments, and technical questions
- Applying tax research tools, digital workpapers, and data analysis methods to support accurate filing outcomes
- Monitoring changes in tax law and industry guidance to inform compliance approach and client communications
What You Must Have
- At least a Bachelor's degree
- At least 2 years of experience
- Before starting full-time at PwC, meet the educational requirements to be eligible to sit for the CPA exam in your intended state of employment (Member of the Bar or other tax, technology, or finance-specific credentials may qualify for this opportunity).
What Sets You Apart
- At least one of the following: Certified Public Accountant, Member of the Bar or other tax, technology, or finance-specific credentials may qualify for this opportunity
- Demonstrating corporate tax compliance experience across client engagements
- Interpreting tax data and turning findings into actionable recommendations
- Navigating complex tax concepts using critical thinking and sound judgment
- Building client relationships while anticipating team and client needs
- Mentoring junior team members and reviewing assigned workstream tasks
- Applying tax tools, methodologies, and guidance to changing business contexts
The salary range for this position is: $77,000 - $214,000. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. All hired individuals are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. 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: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glance
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.
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: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.
Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-work
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.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled or the posting is removed, unless otherwise set forth on the following webpage. Please visit this link for information about anticipated application deadlines: https://pwc.to/us-application-deadlines
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