Operational Transfer Pricing - Senior Associate

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Global Mobility Services

Management Level

Senior Associate

Job Description & Summary

At PwC, our people in tax services focus on providing advice and guidance to clients on tax planning, compliance, and strategy. These individuals help businesses navigate complex tax regulations and optimise their tax positions.

In transfer pricing at PwC, you will focus on providing guidance and support to clients on transfer pricing matters. In this field, you will help businesses establish and maintain appropriate pricing for transactions between related entities, maintaining compliance with tax regulations and minimising the risk of disputes.

A career in our Tax Acceleration Centre is the natural extension of PwC’s leading class global delivery capabilities. We provide premium, cost-effective, high-quality services that support process quality and delivery capability in support for client engagements.

Senior Associate – Operations Transfer Pricing

The Senior Associate in Operational Transfer Pricing supports the development and execution of operational transfer pricing ("OTP") strategies by analyzing client processes, systems, and data and translating transfer pricing policy into practical, scalable operating procedures. This role contributes to client deliverables, supports workstreams, leverages technology and firm methodologies, and helps develop junior team members.

The opportunity

Our tax function is constantly evolving, and it's here you'll find everything you need to grow as we do. It's all about taking on new skills and responsibilities as they arise and making the most of our dedicated mentors and training programs.

Key responsibilities

• Support the development and execution of operational transfer pricing strategies, including process design, controls, and data requirements.
• Execute defined engagement workstreams and deliverables; identify issues, escalate risks, and propose solutions.
• Conduct assessments of clients’ transfer pricing processes, governance, systems, and data flows; document findings and recommend improvements.
• Assist in evaluating and advising on relevant technology solutions to enable OTP (e.g., ERP/reporting tools, data management, workflow/controls).
• Perform and review detailed analyses and independently solve moderately complex problems using structured approaches.
• Apply firm methodologies, templates, and technology resources to deliver consistent, high-quality work.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with client counterparts; communicate status, issues, and outcomes clearly.
• Mentor and review the work of associates/analysts, providing timely feedback and supporting team development.

What You Must Have (Minimum Qualifications)

• Bachelor’s degree
• 2+ years of relevant experience (transfer pricing, tax, finance transformation, controllership, or related consulting/industry roles).

What Sets You Apart

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Processing/Analytics/Science, Computer and Information Science & Accounting, or Computer and Information Science
• CA, CPA, Member of the Bar, or other tax, technology, or finance-related credentials
• Experience with Business Intelligence tools or analytics platforms, such as SQL, Power BI/Tableau, Alteryx, SAP’s SAC or PaPM, Oracle’s PCMCS or OAC
• Experience in client assessment and consultative problem-solving
• Exposure to finance or tax technology implementations and/or process transformation initiatives, including drafting business requirement documents, key design decisions, functional specifications and test scripts, and user documentation.
• Interest or experience in interpreting large and complex data sets, and developing reports for internal and client stakeholders.
• Familiarity with industry practices for tax data management (data quality, controls, documentation, lineage)
• Ability to manage day-to-day task plans and coordinate with team members to meet deadlines
• Strong communication skills and a demonstrated ability to mentor junior staff

Years of Experience

• Senior Associate 1: 3 – 6 yrs overall relevant exp with at least 1 year of relevant reviewer experience

We're looking for people with initiative who speak up confidently, with a genuine desire to make things better across the business. If you're ready to further build on your reputation as an OTP professional, this role is for you.

The Opportunity

When you join PwC Acceleration Centers (ACs), you step into a pivotal role focused on actively supporting various Acceleration Center services, from Advisory to Assurance, Tax and Business Services. In our innovative hubs, you’ll engage in challenging projects and provide distinctive services to support client engagements through enhanced quality and innovation. You’ll also participate in dynamic and digitally enabled training that is designed to grow your technical and professional skills.

As part of the Operations Transfer Pricing team you will support the development and execution of innovative operational transfer pricing strategies that improve client processes. As a Senior Associate, you will analyze client systems and data, mentor junior staff, and contribute to exceptional deliverables while embracing the evolving landscape of tax services.

Responsibilities

- Support the creation and implementation of innovative transfer pricing strategies

- Analyze client data and systems to identify enhancement opportunities

- Mentor junior staff to enhance their skills and knowledge

- Confirm exceptional deliverables that meet client expectations

- Adapt to the evolving landscape of tax services

- Collaborate with teams to streamline operational processes

- Maintain compliance with relevant regulations and standards

- Contribute to the development of innovative practices in transfer pricing

What You Must Have

- Bachelor's Degree

- 3 years of experience

- Oral and written proficiency in English required

What Sets You Apart

- Master's Degree in Computer Science, Data Processing/Analytics/Science, Computer and Information Science & Accounting, or Computer and Information Science preferred

- Certified Public Accountant, CA, or other finance-related credentials preferred

- Experience with Business Intelligence tools or analytics platforms

- Experience in client assessment and consultative problem-solving

- Exposure to finance or tax technology implementations

- Interest in interpreting large and complex data sets

- Familiarity with industry practices for tax data management

- Ability to manage day-to-day task plans and coordinate with team members

Travel Requirements

Not Specified

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