Tax Financial Markets & Real Estate (FMRE) Associate - Summer / Fall 2026

Finance Consulting Generalist At PwC

At PwC, our people in finance consulting specialise in providing consulting services related to financial management and strategy. These individuals analyse client needs, develop financial solutions, and offer guidance and support to help clients optimise their financial performance, improve decision-making, and achieve their financial goals. As a finance consulting generalist at PwC, you will possess a broad understanding of various aspects of finance consulting. Your work will involve providing comprehensive guidance and support to clients in optimising their financial performance, improving decision-making, and achieving their financial goals. You will be responsible for analysing client needs, developing financial solutions, and offering recommendations tailored to specific business requirements. 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 Financial Markets & Real Estate (FMRE) Associate, you will engage in dynamic finance consulting projects, providing valuable insights and support to clients in the financial markets and real estate sectors. Your role will involve analyzing financial trends, preparing financial statements, and advising on compliance with accounting standards, all while contributing to the strategic financial management of client portfolios. As an Associate, you will focus on learning and contributing to client engagements, developing your skills and knowledge to deliver quality work. You will be exposed to clients, learning how to build meaningful connections and manage complex situations, while growing your personal brand and deepening your technical expertise. This opportunity allows you to work within a collaborative environment where curiosity and adaptability are key. You will participate in project tasks, engage in research, and support senior staff, all while developing a deeper understanding of the business context and how it is evolving. You will use critical thinking to break down complex concepts and interpret data to inform insights and recommendations. This role is perfect for those who are driven by curiosity and eager to build a career in finance consulting, contributing to impactful projects and client success.

Responsibilities

What You Must Have

Currently pursuing or have completed a Bachelor's degree in at least one of the following field(s) of study : Accounting, Taxation, Finance, Quantitative Finance, or Real Estate. 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.

What Sets You Apart

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. Preference for a 3.3 overall GPA. Demonstrating skills in financial modeling and analysis. Engaging in economic forecasting and market trend analysis. Utilizing financial risk management techniques. Complying with financial regulations and accounting standards.

Salary Range

The salary range for this position is : $53,500 - $142,000, plus individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. For roles that are based in Maryland, this is the listed salary range for this position. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more.