Sr. Spclst, Transfer Pricing

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Tax COE (Center of Excellence) Analyst specializing in Transfer Pricing. The ideal candidate will have excellent Excel skills, a basic understanding of transfer pricing concepts, and a passion for continuous improvement in financial and operational processes. This role will support various aspects of transfer pricing, including global profitability monitoring and adjustments, research and development and other Ad-Hoc related tasks/reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Support various aspects of Transfer Pricing processes

• Monitor and analyze global profitability

• Assist in calculating and implementing transfer pricing adjustments

• Develop and maintain efficient financial models and reports related to transfer pricing

• Continuously improve processes to enhance productivity and data quality

• Implement automation solutions to reduce manual work and minimize errors

• Collaborate with team members to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.

• Minimum of five years of professional experience in tax and/or transfer pricing.

• Fluency in English is required; proficiency in additional languages is an advantage.

• Experience working in an organization that provides services across multiple markets or geographies.

• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills, with a proactive work ethic.

• Ability to work independently and effectively manage multiple projects and competing deadlines simultaneously.

Key Skills and Qualifications

Required Skills

• Advanced Excel Proficiency (Must Have)

  • Thorough understanding of functions including:

    • V, H & X-Look Ups

    • PIVOT Tables

    • SUM-IFS

    • Nested IFS

    • Dynamic Workbook creation

  • Intermediate to advanced keyboard shortcut knowledge

• Automation Focus

  • Demonstrated experience with at least one efficiency/automation project

Preferred Skills

• SAP Business Objects (Priority skill)

• SharePoint or other database management tools

• Alteryx / PowerBI

• VBA Macros

• Ongoing professional development in cutting-edge tools

Background Knowledge

• General Finance, Accounting, and Tax concepts, including:

  • Transfer Pricing principles and methodologies

  • Global profitability monitoring

  • Purpose of Finance & Accounting functions

  • Income Statements (Profit & Loss)

  • Materiality

  • Legal Results vs GAAP / Non-GAAP

  • Allocation concepts

  • Accounting adjustments & Journal Entry concepts

  • Data Sources (FCCS / SAP / FSA, etc.)

Core Competences

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• A genuine interest in process improvement and professional growth

• Analytical thinking with a focus on efficiency and quality

• Proactive problem-solving approach to independently diagnose and resolve issues

• Attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy

• Ability to adapt to evolving processes within the organization

Required Skills:

Analytical Thinking, Analytical Thinking, ASC 740, Business Administration, Business Management Software, Data Quality Test Automation, Detail-Oriented, Financial Acumen, Financial Analysis, Indirect Taxes, Language Assessments, Manage Resources, Multi-Management, Preparation of Financial Reports, Process Improvements, Production Operations, Productivity Improvements, Profitability Management, Profit and Loss (P&L), Tax Analysis, Tax Audits, Tax Compliance, Tax Law, Tax Legislation, Tax Strategies {+ 2 more}

Preferred Skills:

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Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:

No

Travel Requirements:

No Travel Required

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Hybrid

Shift:

Not Indicated

Valid Driving License:

No

Hazardous Material(s):

no

Job Posting End Date:

05/22/2026

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