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Responsibilities:

• Assisting with the implementation of BEPS-compliant TP systems, as well as preparation and filing of related TP documents, i.e. Master Files and Local Files;
• Continuous global monitoring of deadlines and filing obligations according to statutory law and OECD requirements;
• Assisting in the purchase of benchmark-studies as well as their quality review. Preparation of license benchmark-studies with RoyaltyStat or ktMINE;
• Assisting in the development and roll-out of intercompany agreements that supports transfer pricing transactions and provide multinational guidance on their implementation;
• Analyzing and calculating tax additions, e.g. because of unbilled recharges;
• Training of Freudenberg Group personnel in TP governance related topics, like TP documentation or intercompany agreements;
• Ad-hoc support to Freudenberg Group’s Senior Manager Transfer Pricing Compliance and Director Transfer Pricing and Global Tax Processes.

Qualifications:

• University Degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance or Tax Law;
• At least three years relevant work experience in a transfer pricing role either with a large multinational group or an established tax consultancy firm, preferably in “Big 4” environment;
• A qualification in international tax and a good knowledge of OECD and country-specific transfer pricing regulations and mechanisms are required;
• Understanding of and affinity for IT systems – like ERP systems, consolidation systems or Operational Transfer Pricing solutions – as well as Business Process Mapping software such as Signavio;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint;
• Knowledge TP documentation systems and software (e.g. PwC globalDoc) as well as database-solutions like TP Catalyst or RoyaltyStat are beneficial;
• Ability to translate TP insights into regular business language of finance, accounting and tax stakeholders;
• Competence for effective process organization and committed to process improvement through technology, with the ability to use own initiative and work independently with limited day-to-day supervision;
• Takes over responsibility through specialist knowledge. Manages his or her own performance to ensure that tasks are accomplished. Able to work on complex projects and prioritize workflows to ensure deadlines are met;
• High level of personal integrity and comfortable dealing with ambiguity – capable in balancing good governance and high quality service level;
• Strong communication skills, ability to explain complex topics clearly and simply with intercultural sensitivity to TP non-experts;
• Excellent English language skills, German language will be a plus.

The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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