Tax Senior, Transfer Pricing

Tax Senior, Transfer Pricing

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Mid-Senior level | Full-time | Finance and Accounting/Auditing | Accounting

Job Description

The Tax Senior, Transfer Pricing is responsible for utilizing research skills and working with tax software applications to prepare simple tax returns. In this role, the Tax Senior, Transfer Pricing will gather client information for appropriate tax filings, prepare tax accrual work papers, participate in the tax planning process and recognize and communicate potential risks.

Responsibilities

• Transfer Pricing Studies:
  • Conduct transfer pricing studies involving the planning, documentation, audit defense and compliance stages
  • Scope, design, and conduct financial analysis of intercompany transactions, including industry and client financial data benchmarking
  • Complete supplemental financial analysis such as market penetration scenarios, intangible property valuation, loan analysis, guarantees, insurance transactions
  • Plan, schedule, and execute transfer pricing analyses under direction of STS Senior Director or Manager
  • Manage deadlines and data due dates for assigned projects
  • Use standard databases (Compustat, Amadeus, ktMINE, Edgar, 10-K Wizard, Bloomberg, Lexis‑Nexis) to gather company information
  • Prepare compliance reports of intercompany prices and present consulting advice to clients
  • Participate in scoping calls for proposals and draft proposals and engagement letters under direction of STS leaders
  • Prepare client presentations summarizing analyses and recommendations
  • Conduct client interviews to understand intercompany transaction factors such as corporate structure, functional responsibilities, risk distribution, value drivers, competitive pressure, historical context, and industry information
  • Review benchmarking work completed by STS Transfer Pricing Associates
• Tax Controversy:
  • Apply knowledge of audit, competent authority and APA processes, statutory deadlines and requirements
  • Prepare IDR responses on behalf of clients and collaborate on audit arguments when needed
• Tax Provision and FIN 48:
  • Apply transfer pricing in the context of tax provisions and ASC 740‑10
  • Draft memos for transfer pricing ASC 740‑10 analysis
  • Collaborate with Core Tax and STS Groups
  • Develop deep understanding of technical and practical taxation issues and opportunities
  • Maintain visibility in local offices and region, networking with core tax and assurance managers
• Other duties as required

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervise day‑to‑day workload of STS Transfer Pricing Associates and Interns, review work product
• Ensure Associates and Interns receive training on all relevant tax software
• Provide clarification and guidance on complex concepts to colleagues and clients
• Deliver periodic performance feedback and complete evaluations for Associates and Interns
• Act as mentor to Associates and Interns
• Monitor budgets and billings to manage project profitability

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Economics, Finance or other relevant field (required)
• Advanced degree (preferred)

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and research skills
• Solid organizational skills, ability to meet deadlines with a focus on detail
• Ability to multi‑task independently or in a group environment
• Capability to work in a deadline‑driven environment, handling multiple projects simultaneously
• Capacity to build and maintain strong relationships with client personnel
• Ability to interact with professionals at all levels
• Intermediate understanding of technical and practical taxation issues and opportunities
• Intermediate knowledge of general calculations and causes/effects for taxable conditions
• Experience across various industries

Experience

• More than 2 years of prior work experience (required)
• Experience within a transfer pricing practice (required)
• Prior supervisory experience (preferred)
• Experience reviewing tax provisions from a transfer pricing perspective (preferred)

Software

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Prior exposure to S&P Compustat, Moody’s RiskCalc, 10‑K Wizard, ktMINE, and other financial database products (preferred)

Compensation

• National Range: $73,500 - $131,250
• Maryland Range: $73,500 - $131,250
• NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $73,500 - $131,250
• Washington DC Range: $73,500 - $131,250

Benefits

• Welcoming diverse perspectives and understanding the experience of our professionals and clients
• Empowering team members to explore their full potential
• Our talented team brings varying skills, knowledge and experience to proactively help our clients navigate an expanding array of complex challenges and opportunities
• Celebrating ingenuity and innovation to transform our business and help our clients transform theirs
• Focus on resilience and sustainability to positively impact our people, clients, and communities
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• Benefits may be subject to eligibility requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer

• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
• BDO USA, P.A. is an EO employer M/F/Veteran/Disability