Tax & Assurance - Technology & Innovation Associate - Summer/Fall 2026

PwC•Tampa, FL

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

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

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