PwC
Denver - Digital Assurance & Transparency (DAT) - Associate - Summer/Fall 2027
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Supports client assurance engagements by applying auditing methodologies, IT controls, process assurance, risk identification, and internal control evaluation. Assists with regulatory compliance, governance framework development, and financial reporting accuracy while using artificial intelligence platforms to improve audit efficiency. Collaborates with engagement teams and clients, develops tailored solutions, and builds foundational expertise in digital assurance, IT governance, and risk mitigation.
The Opportunity
As a Digital Assurance and Transparency Associate, you will engage with clients to enhance their financial reporting and decision-making processes. You will contribute to projects within our Assurance practice, focusing on delivering independent and objective assessments that uphold transparency, integrity, and compliance with regulatory requirements. As an Associate, you will develop your skills and knowledge by participating in client engagements and projects, building meaningful connections, and learning how to manage and inspire others. You will navigate increasingly complex situations, growing your personal brand and deepening your technical knowledge of firm services and technology resources.
In this role, you will be part of a dynamic team that values curiosity, adaptability, and reliability. You will be expected to anticipate the needs of your teams and clients, embracing ambiguity and using challenges as opportunities for growth. Your contributions will support the broader objectives of your projects, helping clients focus on driving their business forward. This position offers a unique opportunity to develop a deeper understanding of the business context and how your work fits into the overall strategy, while reinforcing professional and technical standards.
Responsibilities
- Supporting client engagement by applying auditing methodologies and IT controls
- Developing skills in process assurance and risk identification to enhance client support
- Utilizing artificial intelligence platforms to streamline auditing processes
- Collaborating with teams to uphold compliance and governance standards
- Engaging in active listening to understand client needs and provide tailored solutions
- Participating in the evaluation of internal controls to maintain regulatory compliance
- Applying intellectual curiosity to explore innovative solutions for client challenges
- Contributing to the development of IT governance frameworks to improve operational efficiency
- Assisting in the identification and mitigation of potential risks within client operations
- Building foundational knowledge in digital assurance to support financial reporting accuracy
What You Must Have
- Currently pursuing or have completed a Bachelor's degree in one of the following fields of study: Accounting, Management Information Systems, Business Analytics, Computer and Information Science, Information Technology
- At least a 3.0 overall GPA
- 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 or the educational requirements for licensure as a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
- Client service associate positions are entry-level roles and job seekers have completed or are in the process of completing their final academic year of educational requirements
What Sets You Apart
- Preference for a 3.5 overall GPA
- Leveraging AI to create efficiencies, innovate ways of working and deliver distinctive outcomes
- Demonstrating intellectual curiosity and a passion for learning
- Utilizing auditing methodologies to enhance process assurance
- Applying IT governance and internal controls effectively
- Engaging in teamwork and active listening for client support
- Excelling in risk identification and compliance and governance
The salary range for this position is: $53,500 - $104,000. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. All hired individuals are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. 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
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.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled or the posting is removed, unless otherwise set forth on the following webpage. Please visit this link for information about anticipated application deadlines: https://pwc.to/us-application-deadlines
As a Digital Assurance and Transparency Associate, you will engage with clients to enhance their financial reporting and decision-making processes. You will contribute to projects within our Assurance practice, focusing on delivering independent and objective assessments that uphold transparency, integrity, and compliance with regulatory requirements. As an Associate, you will develop your skills and knowledge by participating in client engagements and projects, building meaningful connections, and learning how to manage and inspire others. You will navigate increasingly complex situations, growing your personal brand and deepening your technical knowledge of firm services and technology resources.
In this role, you will be part of a dynamic team that values curiosity, adaptability, and reliability. You will be expected to anticipate the needs of your teams and clients, embracing ambiguity and using challenges as opportunities for growth. Your contributions will support the broader objectives of your projects, helping clients focus on driving their business forward. This position offers a unique opportunity to develop a deeper understanding of the business context and how your work fits into the overall strategy, while reinforcing professional and technical standards.
Responsibilities
- Supporting client engagement by applying auditing methodologies and IT controls
- Developing skills in process assurance and risk identification to enhance client support
- Utilizing artificial intelligence platforms to streamline auditing processes
- Collaborating with teams to uphold compliance and governance standards
- Engaging in active listening to understand client needs and provide tailored solutions
- Participating in the evaluation of internal controls to maintain regulatory compliance
- Applying intellectual curiosity to explore innovative solutions for client challenges
- Contributing to the development of IT governance frameworks to improve operational efficiency
- Assisting in the identification and mitigation of potential risks within client operations
- Building foundational knowledge in digital assurance to support financial reporting accuracy
What You Must Have
- Currently pursuing or have completed a Bachelor's degree in one of the following fields of study: Accounting, Management Information Systems, Business Analytics, Computer and Information Science, Information Technology
- At least a 3.0 overall GPA
- 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 or the educational requirements for licensure as a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
- Client service associate positions are entry-level roles and job seekers have completed or are in the process of completing their final academic year of educational requirements
What Sets You Apart
- Preference for a 3.5 overall GPA
- Leveraging AI to create efficiencies, innovate ways of working and deliver distinctive outcomes
- Demonstrating intellectual curiosity and a passion for learning
- Utilizing auditing methodologies to enhance process assurance
- Applying IT governance and internal controls effectively
- Engaging in teamwork and active listening for client support
- Excelling in risk identification and compliance and governance
The salary range for this position is: $53,500 - $104,000. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. All hired individuals are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. 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
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.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled or the posting is removed, unless otherwise set forth on the following webpage. Please visit this link for information about anticipated application deadlines: https://pwc.to/us-application-deadlines
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