Tax JD Associate - Summer / Fall 2026

PricewaterhouseCoopers•Rosemont, IL

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. Those in tax compliance at PwC will focus on validating clients' compliance with tax laws and regulations. You will review and analyse financial data, prepare and file tax returns, and assist businesses in meeting their tax obligations while minimising risks of non-compliance. 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 Tax JD Associate, you will engage in tax compliance and client support, contributing to the delivery of exceptional tax services. You will be part of a dynamic team that assists clients in navigating complex tax laws and optimizing their tax positions. As an Associate, you will focus on learning and contributing to client engagements, developing your skills and knowledge to deliver quality work. You will build meaningful client connections, manage and inspire others, and grow your personal brand by deepening your technical knowledge of firm services and technology resources. This role offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of tax services, where you will conduct tax research, prepare tax documents, and analyze financial trends. You will be exposed to a fast-paced environment that encourages curiosity and adaptability, allowing you to develop a deeper understanding of the business context and how it is evolving. You will be expected to anticipate the needs of your team and clients, embracing ambiguity and using challenges as opportunities for growth. Join us in shaping the future of tax services and make a significant impact on our clients' success.

Requirements

Currently pursuing or have completed a Juris Doctorate
Before starting full-time at PwC, meet the educational requirements and demonstrate a commitment to undertaking and passing Bar exam.
At least a 3.0 overall GPA
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 skills in corporate tax planning
Engaging in drafting and preparing tax documents
Utilizing project management skills in tax compliance
Analyzing financial statements for tax purposes
Monitoring and analyzing financial trends
Conducting tax research and regulatory compliance consulting

Responsibilities

Supporting client engagement by contributing to tax compliance projects
Preparing and drafting tax documents, including tax returns and regulatory submissions
Analyzing financial statements to provide insights for corporate tax planning
Monitoring and analyzing financial trends to identify opportunities for tax optimization
Conducting tax research to stay updated on tax laws and regulations
Assisting in the preparation of tax audits and financial reviews
Collaborating with team members to deliver quality tax services
Utilizing accounting practices to maintain accurate financial records
Engaging in project management tasks to meet deadlines and project goals
Providing regulatory compliance consulting to ensure adherence to tax laws
Developing skills in tax accounting and tax preparation
Participating in the analysis of financial data to support tax credit applications
Building relationships with clients to understand their tax needs and provide tailored solutions
Applying intellectual curiosity to explore innovative tax strategies
Contributing to the Industry Tax Practice by sharing knowledge and insights

Benefits

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

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