Tax Manager, Transfer Pricing

Job-ID: 14006Category: GeneralistLocation: Los Angeles, CA, United States; Costa Mesa, CA, United States; San Jose, CA, United States; San Francisco, CA, United States; Walnut Creek, CA, United StatesSchedule: Full timePosted: 2026-09-14Closes: 2027-09-14Job Summary:The Tax Manager, Transfer Pricing is responsible for advising clients of the tax implications relating to their business objectives, recommending alternate courses of action, as well as identifying different methods of complying with tax regulations. In this role, the Tax Manager, Transfer Pricing will be charged with marketing, networking and business development within his/her area of experience and specialization and recognizing potential changes in tax policy and applying new policies to tax compliance.Job Duties:ResearchCompletes financial analysis related to intercompany transactions to include an evaluation of industry data and financial data provided by the client to assist in the documentation of appropriate intercompany pricing policiesIdentifies when research is appropriate and frames issues to be researchedTax ComplianceEnsures clients are compliant with transfer pricing requirements and proposes a year-end transfer pricing review, if applicableAssists in determining appropriate transfer pricing methods under IRS regulations and analogous rules under the OECD Transfer Pricing GuidelinesEnsure tax engagement letters are adopted prior to engagement work commencingConducts detailed review of facts relating to transfer pricing and data and identifies basic, complex and advanced issues through the engagementConducts detailed review of transfer pricing analysis and reports on itManages engagement to achieve engagement metricsCompletes the project planning process and scheduling Tax ControversyRepresents clients before any tax authority on contested issues, as appropriate, and with assistance and guidance from senior Transfer Pricing professionalsTransfer Pricing Consulting and Documentation ServicesDevelops, recommends, and implements appropriate transfer pricing methods (by type of transaction) to specific situations Prepares planning/documentation reports Applies transfer pricing regulations relevant to particular types of transactions when analyzing client business and financial data and identifies any issuesAnalyzes the applicability and implications of new regulations and reports those findings to Tax Senior Director and/or Tax PrincipalRecognizes need to utilize other expert resources, internal and external, to assist with engagements, as neededIdentifies opportunities for additional consulting specialties and federal tax cross selling opportunities and presents possibilities to appropriate members of senior managementTax Provision and FIN 48Employs general principles in tax accounting and relevance of transfer pricing in tax provisionsApplies transfer pricing in the context of tax provisions and FIN 48Reviews tax provisions related to transfer pricingPartners with Assurance professionals to plan tax accrual reviews related to transfer pricingTax Related SoftwareUtilizes Caseware, GoSystems, tax research databases and other tax-related software in the completion of assigned tasksOther duties as requiredSupervisory Responsibilities:Supervises the day-to-day workload of Transfer Pricing Senior Associates and Associates on assigned engagements and reviews work product Ensures Transfer Pricing Senior Associates, Associates and Interns are trained on all relevant tax softwareEvaluates the performance of Transfer Pricing Senior Associates and Associates and assists in the development of goals and objectives to enhance professional developmentDelivers periodic performance feedback and completes performance evaluations for Transfer Pricing Senior Associates, Associates and InternsActs as Career Advisor to Transfer Pricing Senior Associates and Associates, as appropriateQualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Education:Bachelor’s degree, requiredMajor in Accounting or Economics, preferredAdvanced degree, preferredExperience:Five (5) or more years of prior experience, requiredExperience working within a transfer pricing practice, requiredLicense/Certifications:N/ASoftware:Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel, PowerPoint and Word, preferredPrior exposure to Go Systems, tax research databases and/or other tax-related software beneficial, preferredLanguage:N/AOther Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:Excellent oral and written communication skillsSuperior analytical and research skills Solid organizational skills especially ability to meet project deadlines with a focus on detailsAbility to successfully multi-task while working independently or within a group environmentProven ability to work in a deadline-driven environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously Capable of effective managing a team of tax professionals and delegating work assignments as neededCapacity to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and client personnel Ability to encourage team environment on engagements and contribute to the professional development of assigned personnelExecutive presence and ability to act as primary contact on assigned engagementsAbility to successfully interact with professionals at all levelsAbility to research taxation topics and communicate or compose written analysis effectivelyIndividual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.National Range: $79,800 - $168,000Maryland Range: $79,800 - $168,000NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $79,800 - $168,000Washington DC Range: $79,800 - $168,000About the companyAt BDO, how we show up matters. We build strong relationships by supporting one another, our clients, and our communities with care, curiosity, and a commitment to helping one another grow and succeed. Here, you’ll find meaningful work, leaders invested in your success, and opportunities to build a career around what matters most to you.Our purpose is to be the people our clients count on to grow with confidence and achieve what matters most. Our values guide how we bring that purpose to life each day. Together, they shape how we work with one another, serve our clients, and create meaningful impact.BDO provides assurance, tax, and advisory services to clients across the U.S. and around the world. No matter your role, you’ll be part of a team helping clients navigate complexity and move forward with clarity.As technology continues to shape how we work, BDO values the ability to apply generative and agentic AI solutions to develop work products, improve workflows and identify potential risks. 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