Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

CMAAS (Capital Markets and Accounting Advisory Services)

Management Level

Intern/Trainee

Job Description & Summary

At PwC, our people in deals focus on providing strategic advice and support to clients in areas such as mergers and acquisitions, divestitures, and restructuring. They help clients navigate complex transactions and maximise value in their business deals.

In capital markets accounting advisory services at PwC, you will focus on providing strategic guidance on a broad range of technical accounting, financial reporting, transaction structures and capital markets topics. You will advise clients on complex accounting advisory and financial reporting issues around deals (both public and private) and other transformational business events that may impact an organisation’s value.

Driven by curiosity, you are a reliable, contributing member of a team. In our fast-paced environment, you will have the chance to work on a variety of assignments, each presenting varying challenges and scope. Every experience is an opportunity to learn and grow. You are encouraged to ask questions, take initiative, and produce quality work that adds value for our clients and contributes to our team’s success. During your time at the Firm, you start to establish your personal brand, paving the way 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 Deals
- Capital Markets & Accounting Advisory Services (CMAAS) Intern, you will immerse yourself in the dynamic world of capital markets and accounting advisory services, gaining exposure to complex financial transactions and strategic accounting guidance. As an Intern, you will support teams by participating in projects, conducting research, and observing professional work environments to learn and develop your personal brand. You will be involved in tasks such as financial modeling, regulatory reporting, and project coordination, contributing to the success of client engagements.
In this role at PwC, you will have the chance to work alongside experienced professionals, applying your learning mindset to understand accounting policies and financial reporting standards. You will be encouraged to ask questions, take initiative, and produce quality work that adds value for clients and contributes to the team's success. This opportunity will allow you to appreciate diverse perspectives and develop your potential in a supportive environment, paving the way for future career opportunities in the field of capital markets and accounting advisory services.

Responsibilities

- Supporting teams in the execution of capital markets transactions and advisory services
- Participating in the preparation and analysis of financial statements and reports
- Assisting with the application of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) in financial reporting
- Engaging in project management tasks to streamline workflow and meet project goals
- Utilizing Alteryx for automation and data analysis to enhance financial insights
- Contributing to the development of accounting policies and procedures for client engagements
- Collaborating on market analysis to identify trends and opportunities in capital markets
- Assisting in the preparation for Initial Public Offerings (IPO) and other regulatory reporting requirements
- Observing and learning about deal structures and organization restructuring processes
- Supporting transaction advisory services by conducting research and gathering information

What You Must Have

- Currently pursuing or have completed a Bachelor's degree in Accounting
- 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.
- Client service intern positions are entry-level roles intended for job seekers who are in their third year of a four-year degree program or fourth year of a five-year program at the time of application. Winter internships typically occur during the spring semester preceding the student's final year of school Summer internships typically take place during the summer preceding the student's final year of school

What Sets You Apart

- Preference for a 3.3 overall GPA
- Demonstrating knowledge in Capital Markets Transactions
- Utilizing Alteryx for data automation and analysis
- Engaging in project management and coordination
- Applying Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
- Participating in organization restructuring initiatives
- Supporting transaction advisory services activities
-Leveraging AI to create efficiencies, innovate ways of working and deliver distinctive outcomes

Travel Requirements

Up to 80%

Job Posting End Date

September 26, 2026

The salary range for this position is: $29.25 - $48.00. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws.

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.