Financial Services Transfer Pricing Senior Manager

Are you an experienced Transfer Pricing professional with a specialisation in Financial Services? Do you excel in navigating the complexities of international tax laws and regulations? We are seeking dynamic Senior Managers to join a trailblazing Financial Services Transfer Pricing team based in Melbourne. This is a unique opportunity to leverage your expertise and lead cutting-edge projects for some of the most influential financial institutions across Australia and Asia-Pac.

This role will support clients in managing compliance obligations, designing transfer pricing models and navigating tax authority views and disputes including Advance Pricing Agreements and Mutual Agreement Procedures, whilst specialising in Banking Capital Markets, Wealth and Asset Management, Insurance, Payments and Private Equity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in Australian Taxation Office (ATO) transfer pricing reviews and audits based on economic principles.
• Formulate, recommend, and implement global tax transfer pricing policies for multinational companies in the financial services sector.
• Assist in negotiating Advance Pricing Arrangements with the Australian Taxation Office and other tax authorities and preparing Mutual Agreement Procedure applications.
• Analyse the impact of international tax policies and prepare recommendations on their consequences from an Australian tax and transfer pricing perspective.
• Model financial outcomes of cross border debt and global trading arrangements, return on assets and profit splits.
• Project manage multiple engagements.
• Leading the team to develop and grow the careers of a culturally and gender diverse team.

What we’re looking for

Here’s our clients ‘wish list’ but don’t worry if you don’t tick all the boxes. We’re interested in your strengths, what you want to learn, and how far you want to go.

• At least 6 to 7 years of Transfer Pricing experience within a top tier accounting firm, corporate, tax consulting or legal environment.  
• Good drafting skills, ability to apply facts to Transfer Pricing legislation and to advise on the implications of this to clients.
• Demonstrated experience in assimilating complex information and data sources to provide a succinct and well-informed recommendation to the client.
• Strong teaming and leadership skills with the ability to build trust and credibility quickly.
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to abreast of wider legal, economic, environmental and political factors that influence transfer pricing.
• Exceptional client service orientation and a collaborative approach to teaming.
• Financial modelling, Excel skills, AI skills and Bloomberg skills would also be a benefit.
• Economics degree, Accounting degree, Legal degree, Certified Practising Accountant, Chartered Accountant.
• Financial services experience is not necessary but preferred.

What Does Our Client Have to Offer?

Our client is a top-tier professional services firm with a great reputation and a strong TP advisory focus.

• You’ll work with prestigious clients: Engaging with leading financial services firms, providing strategic advice on transfer pricing policies, compliance, and dispute resolution.
• Professional Growth: Benefit from continuous professional development opportunities, including access to specialised training programs and Director/Partner track development. 
• Supportive Culture: Thrive in a supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity, collaboration, and a healthy work-life balance.

What Could This Mean for You?

Joining our client’s Financial Services Transfer Pricing team means that you’ll be part of the strongest offering in the market.

• Driving Strategy: Lead the development and implementation of robust transfer pricing strategies for major financial services organisations.
• Building Relationships: Cultivate strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor on complex transfer pricing matters.
• Enhancing Your Skills: Stay ahead of the curve with continuous learning opportunities and exposure to the latest industry trends and regulatory changes.
• Career Advancement: Accelerate your career trajectory with clear pathways for progression, tailored to your strengths and most importantly, your interests.
• Influencing Policy: Play a key role in shaping transfer pricing policies that drive business decisions and compliance efforts across the financial services sector.

Next Steps...

If you have the vision and the desire to give your career a change-up, we’d love to speak to you.