Transfer Pricing Assistant Manager / Manager

Transfer Pricing Assistant Manager / Manager

BDO South Africa

2023-05-08 Cape Town CBD

Job Ref # : TAX INTCS CTN 29Mar23 NR

Industry : Professional

Job Type : Permanent

Positions Available : 1

At BDO, we believe in investing in our people to help them grow, both professionally and personally. The foundation of our business is strong relationships, with colleagues, clients, and other stakeholders, and we work hard every day to make this a reality. Our commitment is to create unlimited growth by giving our people continuous opportunities and our client's unparalleled support.

Job Description

BDO has a vacancy for a suitably qualified and experienced Transfer Pricing Assistant Manager / Manager. Reporting as part of the national Transfer Pricing and International Tax team, you will be responsible for:

Project involvement:

• Act as a point of contact within the firm for the client together with the director, responding quickly to client requests and keeping clients informed of progress.
• Manage advisory engagements under the supervision of the director, such as transfer pricing setting strategies or advising foreign multinational companies on tax implications.
• Manage compliance documentation engagements, such as country-by-country reporting, master files, and local files.
• Manage accrual reviews and due diligence under the supervision of the director.
• Draft and manage proposals under the supervision of the director.
• Develop and pursue creative strategies using the latest technologies.
• Manage billings and cash collection within the firm's criteria.
• Regular involvement with transfer pricing, tax planning, and complex tax issues.
• Ensure assignments are completed within agreed budgets and keep clients informed of overruns.
• Ensure adherence to BDO’s quality control procedures.
• Identify risk and technical matters to the director.

Management:

• Provide overall support to directors on client matters and assist in the management of clients and the team.
• Work as part of the management team and be a vital member of the national transfer pricing and international tax team.
• Participate in the management of the national transfer pricing and international tax team through meetings and social functions.
• Provide training to junior staff and give consistent feedback.
• Counsel, appraise, develop, and motivate staff as appropriate.
• Coach and develop junior members of staff.

Sales and Marketing:

• Recognize business and sales opportunities and progress these with director support.
• Participate in bids/proposals for new work.
• Take advantage of marketing/PR opportunities.
• Develop a network of contacts internally and externally.

Communication and Representation:

• Develop contact with clients at senior levels and maintain appropriate contact with other levels.
• Act as a liaison between the client and other specialist service groups within BDO.
• Contribute by lecturing on internal courses.
• Consult with colleagues and directors on technical and risk matters.

Job Requirements

• Preferably CA(SA), TA(SA), Attorney with completed M.Com, LLM (Tax Law), or degree/post-graduate degree in economics.
• At least 3-5 years’ experience in Transfer Pricing and preferably International Tax.
• Maintain an in-depth, up-to-date knowledge of taxation.
• Specialist knowledge and ability to deal with complex tax issues.
• Ability to manage a substantial client portfolio profitably.
• Actively seek opportunities for developing new clients and selling new services.
• Excellent communication and listening skills.
• Excellent writing skills.
• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships internally and with clients.
• Innovation skills to improve systems, processes, and procedures.
• Confidence and decisiveness with excellent planning and organizing abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Adherence to principles and values.

Salary is market-related and commensurate with experience.

The appointment will be made in terms of the firm’s Employment Equity Policy but all candidates will be considered.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.