Associate - Corporate and International Taxation

PriceWaterhouseCoopers Pvt Ltd ( PWC ); Bengaluru; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

PwC in Bengaluru seeks an Associate in Corporate and International Tax to support transfer pricing and domestic/international tax advisory work. You'll conduct research, prepare memos, assist with compliance, and contribute to client deliverables under supervision.

Ideal candidates are CA with 0-2 years of experience, strong communication, analytical skills, and familiarity with tax concepts. The role offers exposure to cross-border matters and growth within a leading professional services firm.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience or more for CA route; relevant tax exposure is welcomed.
• Strong grasp of Direct Tax and Corporate Tax concepts; familiarity with international tax and transfer pricing is advantageous.
• Ability to prepare memos, reports, and client-ready documents with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Conduct technical research on tax laws, including domestic and international tax commentary and OECD publications.
• Assist with transfer pricing guidance, compliance, and documentation.
• Support tax advisory engagements, including pre- and post-acquisition work and cross-border taxation analysis.
• Prepare client memos and presentations and help update tax colleagues and clients.

Skills

Transfer Pricing

Written & Verbal Communication

Analytical Skills

MS Office

Education

Chartered Accountant (CA)

Commerce Degree / Other Professional Qualification

Tools

MS Office

Job description

IN_Associate_Corporate & International Tax_CIT_TRS_Bengaluru Line of Service Tax Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism Operations Management Level Associate

Job Description & Summary

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 transfer pricing at PwC, you will focus on providing guidance and support to clients on transfer pricing matters. In this field, you will help businesses establish and maintain appropriate pricing for transactions between related entities, maintaining compliance with tax regulations and minimising the risk of disputes.

Why PWC

At PwC, you will be part of a vibrant community of solvers that leads with trust and creates distinctive outcomes for our clients and communities. This purpose-led and values-driven work, powered by technology in an environment that drives innovation, will enable you to make a tangible impact in the real world. We reward your contributions, support your wellbeing, and offer inclusive benefits, flexibility programmes and mentorship that will help you thrive in work and life. Together, we grow, learn, care, collaborate, and create a future of infinite experiences for each other. Learn more about us.

At PwC, we believe in providing equal employment opportunities, without any discrimination on the grounds of gender, ethnic background, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, religion or other beliefs, perceived differences and status protected by law. We strive to create an environment where each one of our people can bring their true selves and contribute to their personal growth and the firm’s growth. To enable this, we have zero tolerance for any discrimination and harassment based on the above considerations.

Job Description & Summary

Provides comprehensive advice on domestic corporate income tax, international taxation, cross-border transactions and business models, entry strategies and multi-jurisdictional tax analysis. Handles complex tax issues involving interpretation of domestic law, income-tax treaties, multilateral instrument and emerging tax issues such as Pillar 1 and Pillar 2, taxation of new business models, etc . Supports clients on complex tax litigation matters before Tribunals and Courts.

Responsibilities

• Conducting technical research on tax laws, including domestic and international tax commentaries, OECD publications, papers, and reading through internal knowledge management databases.
• Analyzing and interpreting provisions under the Income Tax Act and provisions pertaining to international tax and dealing with interpretation of tax treaties.
• Reading and understanding of allied laws, such as exchange control, etc.
• Advising clients on complex corporate tax matters, such as permanent establishments, general anti-avoidance rules, place of effective management, significant economic presence, and double tax treaties.
• Supporting the team on pre/post-acquisition corporate tax advisory work, such as group tax restructuring, diligences and documentation reviews.
• Supporting the team on key advisory projects like entry strategies, funding options, cross-border transaction taxation and ETR analysis.
• Preparation of memos, presentations, opinions etc. as per client’s needs and based on detailed analysis of the issues involved.
• Handling assessment proceedings and supporting the litigation team in appellate proceedings with CIT(A), DRP, ITAT and other authorities. This includes data analysis, preparing legal arguments, paper books, submissions, notes to counsel, Interface with the tax department etc.
• Responsible for supporting clients on ongoing compliances such as income tax returns, TDS computations and taking support of our delivery center teams and tax technology tools for execution of such engagements.
• Effective implementation and review of work programs and updating the manager proactively on various work-related aspects.
• Updating clients on ongoing matters in a prompt and regular basis and keeping track of industry developments.
• Attending and participating in internal Learning and Education (L&E) sessions.
• Overseeing the work of Analysts and Senior Analysts

Mandatory skill sets

• Qualified Chartered Accountant with 0-2years of relevant work experience or a Commerce or a relevant field graduate with at least five years of relevant experience.
• Article ship in Big 4 or prior experience in corporate tax will be an added advantage Thorough knowledge of Direct Tax, Corporate Tax (Income Tax & DTAA) Corporate Law & International Tax FEMA and Transfer Pricing.

Preferred skill sets

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Well-rounded commercial and economic awareness and understanding of the industry / economy.
• Good interpersonal and networking skills.
• Passion for client servicing.
• Number crunching ability.
• Excellent eye for detail.
• Efficiency in MS office and report writing skills.
• Motivated, creative and decisive in approach to problem solving.
• Ownership and responsibility of clients/tasks delegated.
• Demonstrating innovative and critical thinking in managing projects.
• Capability to nurture the team below, in effective execution of engagements.

Years of experience required

0-2 years of experience

Education qualification

CA ,Any Additional Professional Qualification or International tax certifications will be an added advantage

Degrees/Field of Study required

Chartered Accountant DiplomaDegrees/Field of Study

Degrees/Field of Study preferred

Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)

Required Skills

Transfer Pricing

Optional Skills

Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, AI Fluency, AI-Human Collaboration, Base Erosion and Profit Shifting (BEPS), Business Tax, Communication, Consolidated Tax Returns, Corporate Structuring, Digital Tooling, Economic Translation, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Financial Modeling, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Structuring, Inclusion, Intellectual Curiosity, International Taxation, Legal Document Review, Macroeconomics (Economics), Optimism, Structured Transactions, Tax Accounting {+ 9 more}

Desired Languages

(If blank, desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements

Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship

No

Government Clearance Required

No

Job Posting End Date

July 28, 2026