Transfer Pricing Manager

AAB; Kingswells; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Private medical insurance (PMI)

Employee assistance programme (EAP)

Death in service benefit

Competitive pension scheme

Job summary

AAB, a leading professional services firm, seeks a Transfer Pricing Manager to lead end-to-end transfer pricing projects for UK and international clients. You will design policies, conduct economic benchmarking, and prepare robust documentation while working with cross-functional teams.

The role emphasizes client relationship management, business development, and mentoring junior staff within a hybrid Aberdeen-based environment leveraging AI tools to improve workflows.

Qualifications

• Professionally qualified in a recognized accounting/tax regime.
• Demonstrable experience in transfer pricing advisory (practice or industry).
• Strong knowledge of UK transfer pricing legislation and OECD guidelines.
• Experience in documentation, functional analysis, and economic benchmarking.
• Experience in intercompany financing and thin capitalisation analysis.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end delivery of transfer pricing projects (scoping, planning, execution, billing).
• Design and review transfer pricing policies for international clients.
• Lead interviews and oversee preparation of Local/ Master Files in line with UK law and OECD guidance.
• Prepare benchmarking studies and economic analyses.
• Draft clear, concise client reports and deliverables.
• Maintain strong client relationships and provide commercially focused advice.

Skills

Transfer pricing analysis

Client relationship management

Project management

Communication skills

Team leadership

Education

ACA/CA/ACCA/CTA/ADIT or equivalent

Job description

Transfer Pricing Manager

Application Deadline: 27 November 2026

Department: Corporate Tax

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: Aberdeen

Description

DISCOVER YOUR POTENTIAL. BUILD YOUR CAREER. JOIN US AT AAB.

AAB is a leading professional services firm operating across the UK, Ireland, and the USA. We specialise in the mid-market, supporting individuals, family businesses, and organisations with a full suite of services including audit, tax, corporate finance, payroll, people consultancy, and wealth management. With 1,000+ team members, we deliver expert support to clients all over the world.

EVERYONE HAS THE AABILITY TO SUCCEED- WE’LL HELP YOU GET THERE.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. We succeed together as one team, building strong client relationships through passion, empathy, and straightforward advice. That’s what makes AAB different. We invest in brilliant talent across every area of the business, offering tailored training, professional qualifications, and continuous support to help you grow.

Our growth matters to us. We’ll give you the tools, encouragement, and opportunities to lead, learn, and make an impact. Guided by our six core values, we foster a culture where collaboration, trust, and enthusiasm thrive.

AABSOLUTELY DEDICATED TO HELPING YOU ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS

At AAB, your career is what you make it. We are here to help you turn ambition into action, whether that’s becoming a technical expert, a future leader, or someone who simply makes a difference every day. If you're ready to be part of a team that’s united by purpose and driven by values, we’d love to hear from you.

ESG COMMITMENT

We take our responsibility seriously. From reducing our environmental impact, to supporting education through training and talent programmes, to giving back to our local communities with our charitable initiative ABBIE- ESG is part of who we are.

ROLE PURPOSE

Key duties & responsibilities:

Client Delivery & Project Management

• Manage the end-to-end delivery of transfer pricing projects, including scoping, planning, execution, and billing
• Design, implement, and review transfer pricing policies for international clients
• Lead functional analysis interviews and oversee the preparation of transfer pricing documentation (e.g. Local Files, Master Files) in accordance with UK legislation and OECD guidelines
• Manage economic analyses and preparation of benchmarking studies
• Support cross-border financing engagements, including thin capitalisation analysis and interest benchmarking
• Draft clear, concise, and technically robust reports and client deliverables

Client Relationship Management

• Act as a primary point of contact for clients, maintaining strong and proactive relationships
• Provide practical, commercially focused transfer pricing advice
• Translate complex technical concepts into clear and actionable insights for clients

Business Development

• Support the leadership team in identifying and securing new business opportunities
• Contribute to proposals and the development of client solutions
• Identify opportunities within the existing client base to expand service offerings

Collaboration & Leadership

• Work closely with colleagues across Tax, Audit, and Corporate Finance to deliver integrated client solutions
• Train, mentor, and support the development of junior team members
• Contribute to the development and improvement of internal methodologies and processes

Practice Development

• Support the growth and strategic development of the transfer pricing practice
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of UK transfer pricing legislation and OECD developments
• Drive continuous improvement in technical capability and service delivery

Experience & qualifications

• Professionally qualified (ACA, CA, ACCA, CTA, ADIT or equivalent)
• Demonstrable experience in transfer pricing advisory, either in practice or industry
• Strong understanding of UK transfer pricing legislation and OECD guidelines
• Experience in transfer pricing documentation, functional analysis, and economic benchmarking
• Experience in intercompany financing and thin capitalisation analysis

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Commercial awareness and strategic thinking
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Confident user of AI to generate efficiencies and automate workflows
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritise effectively
• Strong client relationship and stakeholder management skills
• Collaborative approach with the ability to work across teams
• High level of attention to detail and professional judgement
• Proactive approach to learning and development

Personal Attributes

• Professional and client-focused approach
• Ability to operate effectively in a dynamic and evolving environment
• Takes ownership and accountability for deliverables
• Demonstrates integrity and alignment with organisational values

Career Development

This role offers clear opportunities for progression, including:

• Increased responsibility for client relationships and complex engagements
• Involvement in strategic growth initiatives for the transfer pricing practice
• Ongoing professional development and technical training

WHAT AAB OFFER

We want you to feel supported inside and outside of work. That’s why we offer a benefits package designed for your wellbeing, lifestyle, and career.

Time Off & Family Support

• Annual leave (plus public holidays), with the option to buy or carry over leave
• Enhanced parental leave (maternity, paternity, adoption)
• Paid volunteering day to support causes that matter to you

Health & Wellbeing

• Private Medical Insurance (PMI) for you and the option to cover family members
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for 24/7 mental health and wellbeing support
• Death in Service benefit

Financial Security

• Competitive pension scheme
• Life assurance policies to support you and your family

Flexible & Agile Working

• Hybrid working model
• Agile working culture that supports flexible hours and smarter working
• Modern office spaces designed for collaboration, focus, and wellbeing

Disclaimer

Unsolicited CVs sent to AAB by Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted for this position. AAB operates a direct sourcing model and where agency assistance is required, the Talent Acquisition team will engage directly with our recruitment partners.