Senior Manager, Transfer Pricing

KPMG LLP Canada; Calgary; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading finance and consulting firm in Calgary is seeking an experienced professional to join their transfer pricing team. This role involves assisting clients in developing defensible transfer pricing policies, drafting necessary reports, and leading a team of junior professionals. The ideal candidate has a background in commerce or economics, along with significant experience in transfer pricing. This position offers opportunities for growth and a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-8 years specializing in transfer pricing practice.
• Ability to work with quantitative methods and interpret results in a qualitative manner.
• Dedication and motivation to achieve high standards of client service.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients in designing and developing defendable transfer pricing policies.
• Draft transfer pricing reports for documentation and audit defense.
• Perform risk analysis of companies identifying potential transfer pricing issues.
• Assist clients with implementation of transfer pricing models.

Skills

Excellent people management skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to manage conflicting demands

Strong project management and organizational skills

Ability to interact effectively with clients

Highly motivated individual with a desire for growth

Experience with tax audits

Ability to research and write utilizing electronic tools

Education

Bachelor of Commerce and/or Economics

Masters of Business Administration or Law

Job description

Overview

At KPMG, you’ll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause: turning insight into opportunity for clients and communities around the world.

You’ll join our dynamic KPMG Calgary tax practice as an experienced member of the Calgary and national transfer pricing team. You will support our Partners in developing sound transfer pricing solutions that integrates with other areas of tax to meet the needs of our clients. You will help lead and oversee a team of dedicated junior transfer pricing professionals on planning initiatives, compliance, and controversy support.

With the support to do things differently, grow personally and professionally and bring your whole self to work, there’s no limit to the impact you can make.

What you will do

• Assisting clients designing and developing defendable transfer pricing policies and models for a variety of types of transactions including sale of tangible goods, services and intangible property, as well as intercompany loan instruments.
• Draft transfer pricing reports for documentation and audit defense purposes, including performing relevant functional and economic/financial analysis.
• Performing risk analysis of companies by reviewing their operations and identifying potential transfer pricing issues.
• Assist client with implementation of the transfer pricing models and policies.
• Assist clients dealing with tax authorities on issues arising from transfer pricing audits.
• Assist in developing strategies for obtaining advance pricing agreements and negotiate with tax authorities.
• Work with our international tax colleagues and other groups on structuring international arrangements.
• Participate in business development pursuits to support the growth of our practice.
• Actively mentor and counsel junior members of the team and seek opportunities to provide constructive feedback to support their development.
• Other duties as assigned.

What you bring to the role

• Candidates must have a bachelor of commerce and/or economics, masters of business administration, economics, law or any other relevant degree.
• An accounting designation (CPA, CMA or CGA) or the completion of the In-depth Tax Course would be an asset but is not required.
• Minimum 5- 8 years specializing in the transfer pricing practice.
• Experience with tax audits; dealing with tax authorities.
• Excellent people management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to research and write utilizing electronic tools.
• Working with quantitative methods and interpreting results in a qualitative manner.
• Ability to manage conflicting demands and priorities.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to interact effectively with clients.
• Highly motivated individual with a desire for growth; willing to take on full ownership of client projects and relationships.
• Ability to work with other team members with business development.
• Dedication and motivation to achieve high standards of client service and professionalism in the performance of duties.

Providing you with the support you need to be at your best

Our Values, The KPMG Way

Integrity, we do what is right | Excellence, we never stop learning and improving | Courage, we think and act boldly | Together, we respect each other and draw strength from our differences | For Better, we do what matters

KPMG in Canada is a proud equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG in Canada as your employer of choice.

Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process

At KPMG, we are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process where all candidates can be themselves and excel. We aim to provide a positive experience and are prepared to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (informal requests), such as extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (formal requests), such as accessible communication supports or technology aids, are tailored to individual needs and role requirements. You will have an opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. If you require support, please contact KPMG’s Employee Relations Service team by calling 1-888-466-4778.