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Associate Director, Transfer Pricing

AT Merck
Merck

Associate Director, Transfer Pricing

Rahway, NJ

Job Description

Position Description:

Associate Director, Transfer Pricing

This position is a key data analytical role in the Transfer Pricing Organization, responsible for liaising with various business partners across Finance and IT, with the ability to identify strategic opportunities and leverage technology to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness.

The position has responsibility for providing analysis and support for the development, implementation and defense of our Company's transfer pricing system. This role is a blend of finance, strategy, business partnering, and legal analysis and includes activity around transfer pricing methodology, manufacturing strategy, global tax audit defense related to transfer pricing, SAP/Business Objects liaison, intercompany risk and expense allocation billings.

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Primary Activities:

  • Coordinate with finance and tax teams globally to execute the implementation of the intercompany pricing policy, monitor and validate transfer pricing results by preparation of functional income statements and provide critical knowledge to deal effectively with transfer pricing issues.
  • A high degree of organization and the ability to effectively manage and analyze data for transfer pricing purposes is required in order to successfully discharge the responsibilities of this position.
  • The position will require a broad experience level in wide range of global transfer pricing activities and will support the members of the International Tax Planning, Tax Accounting, IT and other business partners.
  • Support intercompany service recharges, specifically with cost and data analysis, implementation of allocation methods, and financial modeling to ensure compliance with existing transfer pricing regulations;
  • Work closely with business partners to gather data requirements; align their needs with source data capabilities; develop new technical solutions or upgrade existing processes.
  • The candidate requires an understanding of our Company's value chain and business partnering skills with personnel and outside advisors (economists, lawyers, and accountants).

Position Qualifications:

Education Minimum Requirement:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Finance or a related field and 5 years of progressive, post-baccalaureate, business advisory, transfer pricing, economic consulting or Federal/International business tax consulting work experience
  • Preferred - CPA, Chartered Accountant, or MBA

Required Experience and Skills:

  • Proficient in Business Intelligence Data Analytical Tools/SAP/Business Objects
  • Advanced Excel skills, including V-LOOKUPS, SUMIFS, PIVOT TABLES, workbook linking, and similar functions
  • Interest in and knowledge of tax principles, particularly in transfer pricing
  • Ability to prioritize and drive multiple projects to completion
  • Strong analytical skills and solid experience with financial data
  • Self-motivated and able to work in a deadline-driven environment
  • Attention to detail. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Strong interpersonal skills, able to work collaboratively in a team environment as well as independently to achieve results
  • Proven track record of strong relationship building and effective business communication skills; strong analytical, problem solving and project management skills.

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In accordance with Managers' Policy - Job Posting and Employee Placement, all employees subject to this policy are required to have a minimum of twelve (12) months of service in current position prior to applying for open positions.

If you have been offered a separation benefits package, but have not yet reached your separation date and are offered a position within the salary and geographical parameters as set forth in the Summary Plan Description (SPD) of your separation package, then you are no longer eligible for your separation benefits package. To discuss in more detail, please contact your HRBP or Talent Acquisition Advisor.

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Expected US salary range:
$122,800.00 - $193,300.00

Available benefits include bonus eligibility, long term incentive if applicable, health care and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, paid holidays, vacation, and sick days. A summary of benefits is listed here.

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Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails.

Employee Status:
Regular

Relocation:
No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:
No

Travel Requirements:
10%

Flexible Work Arrangements:
Hybrid

Shift:
Not Indicated

Valid Driving License:
No

Hazardous Material(s):
n/a

Job Posting End Date:
11/22/2024
*A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.

Requisition ID:R317581

Client-provided location(s): Rahway, NJ 07065, USA
Job ID: Merck-1970051939
Employment Type: Full Time