Role Summary
The Transfer Pricing Manager will lead the development, implementation, and oversight of global transfer pricing strategies across the company’s manufacturing, engineering, and service entities. This role ensures compliance with OECD guidelines and local tax regulations, manages risk, and supports strategic tax planning initiatives. The manager will collaborate cross-functionally with finance, operations, legal, and external advisors to optimize intercompany pricing and maintain audit-ready documentation.
Responsibilities:
Strategic Oversight & Policy Development
Design and maintain global transfer pricing policies aligned with OECD standards and evolving international tax frameworks (e.g., BEPS 2.0, Pillar Two).
Lead the development of intercompany pricing models for tangible goods, services, royalties, and intellectual property.
Oversee the preparation of Master Files, Local Files, and Country-by-Country Reports.
Operational Execution
Manage quarterly and annual transfer pricing calculations and true-ups across global entities.
Coordinate with cost accounting and FP&A teams to validate cost bases and ensure accurate markups and allocations.
Supervise ERP postings (e.g., SAP) for intercompany transactions and ensure financial control compliance.
Risk Management & Audit Support
Identify and mitigate transfer pricing risks related to IP transfers, intercompany flows, and policy misalignment.
Provide audit defense support and coordinate with external advisors on MAP, APA, and litigation strategies.
Monitor regulatory changes and assess their impact on the company’s transfer pricing framework.
Stakeholder Engagement
Collaborate with regional tax, finance, and treasury teams to ensure timely billing and documentation.
Educate business units on transfer pricing impacts and promote accuracy in cost structures and burden rates.
Build relationships across departments to support tax planning and operational alignment.
Serve as a key liaison with external advisors and tax authorities.
Requirements:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Taxation.
Minimum 7-10 years of experience in transfer pricing, preferably in a global manufacturing environment.
Strong knowledge of OECD guidelines, BEPS initiatives, and local tax regulations
Excellent analytical, communication, and project management skills.
Preferred skills:
Manufacturing experience preferred
Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle and Great Plains preferred)
Experience with Alteryx workflows and data modeling is a plus.