Tax opportunities

At PwC, our tax professionals focus on providing advice and guidance to clients on tax planning, compliance, and strategy. These individuals help businesses navigate complex tax regulations and optimize their tax positions:

• Compliance: We prepare and file tax returns across all relevant jurisdictions, confirming that our clients meet their tax obligations accurately and on time.
• Consulting: We provide strategic tax planning and advisory services, helping clients understand the tax impact of business decisions—from reorganizations and acquisitions to cross-border operations and evolving regulatory requirements.
• Provision: We calculate and audit the tax amounts that appear in our clients’ financial statements, ensuring accuracy and alignment with accounting standards.

Preferred fields of study:

• Accounting
• Accounting with STEM
• Masters in Taxation

Certifications:

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.

Vertical Opportunities:

Industry Tax: PwC provides consulting, planning, compliance, and tax accounting services tailored to the unique needs of companies across a wide range of industries. We combine deep sector knowledge with technical tax expertise to help clients manage risk, meet regulatory requirements, and uncover opportunities for efficiency and growth. Whether preparing tax returns, auditing provisions, or advising on strategic planning, we help businesses navigate today’s complex tax landscape with confidence. Learn more about the industries we serve.

International Tax: PwC’s International Tax team helps multinational companies manage the complexities of cross-border taxation in a rapidly evolving global landscape. We advise on international tax planning, reporting requirements, and foreign tax legislation to help businesses optimize their global tax position. Whether clients are expanding into new markets, restructuring, or responding to inquiries from foreign tax authorities, we support their ability to act with confidence across jurisdictions. Learn more about International Tax Services.

Mergers & Acquisitions Tax: PwC’s Mergers & Acquisitions Tax team supports clients through the tax complexities of transformative business transactions—from mergers and acquisitions to divestitures, restructurings, and insolvencies. We provide strategic tax guidance that helps clients identify opportunities, mitigate risks, and structure deals for long-term value. Our professionals analyze tax implications, model outcomes, and align transaction strategy with broader business and treasury goals. Learn more about M&A Tax Services.

Private Tax: PwC’s Private Tax team delivers personalized tax planning and compliance services for privately held businesses, entrepreneurs, and high-net-worth individuals. We support clients through every stage of the business life cycle—from startup and growth to succession and transition—while helping preserve personal and family wealth. Our specialists offer tailored solutions for wealth management, equity planning, cash flow optimization, and exit strategies, all powered by technology and deep industry insight. Learn more about Private Tax Services.

Specialized Tax: PwC’s Specialized Tax team brings deep technical expertise to complex areas of federal taxation—including accounting methods, fixed assets, research credits, and domestic transaction services. We combine advanced technology, data analytics, and tax knowledge to help clients identify savings opportunities, improve compliance, and drive long-term value. Our work focuses on achieving sustainable tax benefits and optimizing effective tax rates through tailored strategies and solutions. Learn more about Specialized Tax Services.

State and Local Tax: PwC’s State and Local Tax (SALT) team helps clients navigate the complex and ever-changing landscape of state and local taxation. We provide guidance on the tax implications of business changes, help companies stay compliant with evolving regulations, and identify opportunities to align tax strategies with their broader business goals. From restructuring and new legislation to day-to-day compliance, we deliver practical solutions that optimize tax positions and manage risk across jurisdictions. Learn more about State and Local Tax Services.