Entry Level Quantitative Finance Jobs in California

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Assurance

Management Level

Associate

Job Description & Summary

The Opportunity
As an Assurance Financial Markets and Real Estate Associate, you will engage in finance consulting, providing valuable insights and support to clients in the financial markets and real estate sectors. Within our Assurance practice, you will contribute to enhancing trust and confidence in financial information, helping clients navigate complex financial landscapes with transparency and integrity. 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, building meaningful connections and learning how to manage and inspire others. In increasingly complex situations, you will grow your personal brand by deepening your technical knowledge of firm services and technology resources.
In this role, you will participate in project tasks, develop basic skills and knowledge, and respond effectively to diverse perspectives and needs. You will use a broad range of tools and methodologies to generate new ideas and solve problems, interpreting data to inform insights and recommendations. You are expected to anticipate the needs of your teams and clients, embracing ambiguity and using these challenges as opportunities for growth. This position offers a dynamic environment where you can build your career and contribute to impactful projects.
Responsibilities
- Supporting financial reporting and decision-making processes by providing accurate and timely assessments
- Collaborating with teams to uphold transparency, integrity, and compliance with regulatory requirements
- Engaging in financial statement preparation and analysis to enhance business insights
- Monitoring and analyzing financial trends to identify opportunities for improvement
- Assisting in the development and implementation of financial strategies to drive business growth
- Applying financial accounting and reporting skills to maintain compliance with accounting standards
- Participating in financial risk management activities to safeguard organizational assets
- Contributing to the preparation of financial models to support strategic decision-making
- Utilizing financial management techniques to optimize resource allocation and performance
- Engaging in teamwork to foster a collaborative and productive work environment
What You Must Have
- Currently pursuing or have completed a Bachelor's degree in one of the following fields of study: Accounting, Taxation, Finance, Quantitative Finance, Real Estate
- At least a 3.0 overall GPA
- 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
- 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
- Leveraging AI to create efficiencies, innovate ways of working and deliver distinctive outcomes
- Developing skills in financial statement analysis and preparation
- Excelling in compliance with accounting standards and regulations
- Demonstrating intellectual curiosity and adaptability in fast-paced environments
- Utilizing financial modeling and strategy to drive business decisions

Travel Requirements

Up to 20%

Job Posting End Date

September 26, 2026The 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-glanceAs PwC is anequal 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-workFor 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.