Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Assurance

Management Level

Associate

Job Description & Summary

At PwC, our people in sustainability focus on integrating environmental, social, economic, and governance considerations into business strategies and operations. They provide guidance and support to organisations by managing sustainability risks, identifying opportunities, and driving positive social and environmental impact.

Those in sustainability reporting at PwC will focus on increasing the capability of clients' reporting function to meet regulation and stakeholder need for trusted transparent reporting, performance measurement and value-creation. You will analyse client needs (scoping, materiality and gap assessments), offer technical interpretation of respective (regulatory or voluntary standards) and use technology to design and embed data and reporting systems, processes and controls in a target operating model.

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 Sustainability - Reporting & Assurance Associate, you will engage in sustainability reporting, focusing on environmental, social, and governance issues. You will contribute to the development of sustainability strategies and reporting frameworks, helping organizations disclose non-financial performance information. As an Associate, you will be driven by curiosity and adaptability, participating in client engagements and projects while developing your skills and knowledge to deliver quality work. You will build meaningful client connections, learn to 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 chance to work within the Sustainability Reporting team, where you will support client needs through data analysis, materiality assessments, and climate finance initiatives. You will use a broad range of tools and methodologies to generate new ideas and solve problems, interpreting data to inform insights and recommendations. Embrace the opportunity to navigate complex situations, anticipate the needs of your team and clients, and use these challenges as opportunities for growth. Join us in making a positive impact on sustainability practices and reporting standards.

Responsibilities

- Conducting sustainability materiality assessments to identify significant environmental, social, and governance issues
- Supporting the implementation of sustainability reporting frameworks and standards
- Collaborating with teams to analyze data and generate insights for sustainability reporting
- Engaging in climate finance and nature finance initiatives to support sustainable development goals
- Utilizing technical accounting skills to address complex sustainability reporting issues
- Participating in the preparation and review of climate reporting in line with established standards
- Assisting in the evaluation of internal controls to ensure accuracy and compliance in sustainability reporting
- Developing data models to organize and structure sustainability information effectively
- Communicating findings and recommendations to diverse audiences through various media
- Applying intellectual curiosity to explore innovative solutions for sustainability challenges
- Analyzing maturity assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of sustainability processes and capabilities
- Collaborating with assurance teams to deliver quality sustainability reporting and assurance services
- Engaging in teamwork to foster an inclusive and supportive work environment
- Implementing technical solutions to address specific sustainability reporting needs

What You Must Have

- Currently pursuing or have completed a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Sustainable Resource Management, Environmental Science, or Finance
- 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.

What Sets You Apart

- Preference for a 3.3 overall GPA
- Demonstrating skills in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Reporting
- Utilizing data analysis and data modeling techniques effectively
- Conducting sustainability materiality assessments with precision
- Applying technical accounting principles to complex transactions
- Engaging in climate finance and nature finance strategies
- Excelling in communication and teamwork within client support environments

Travel Requirements

Up to 20%

Job Posting End Date

Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-work

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.

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. 

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

The salary range for this position is: $53,500 - $104,000, 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. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glance