Transfer Pricing Specialist

Tax Industry

Abu Dhabi, UAE

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Key Responsibilities

  • TP Documentation Preparation – Prepare and review Master Files, Local Files, CbCR reports and TP disclosures to ensure compliance with UAE tax rules.
  • Functional & Economic Analysis – Conduct functional, risk and benchmarking analyses to support arm’s length pricing for intercompany transactions.
  • Advisory Support – Advise internal teams and clients on TP implications of transactions and pricing methods under UAE law and OECD standards.
  • Benchmarking Studies – Run benchmarking using TP databases to find comparable data for pricing studies and reports.
  • Audit & Authority Liaison – Support transfer pricing audits, respond to tax authority queries, and help defend TP positions with documentation.
  • TP Policy Assistance – Help draft, update and maintain intercompany pricing policies and procedures for compliance.
  • Cross‑Team Collaboration – Work with finance, tax, legal and external advisors to integrate TP insights into business decisions.

Requirements

  • Experience – 3–8 years in transfer pricing, tax advisory or compliance, preferably within UAE or Big 4 environment.
  • Education – Bachelor’s in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related; Master’s or tax certification preferred.
  • Technical Competence – Strong knowledge of UAE corporate tax, OECD TP Guidelines, benchmarking and reporting standards.
  • Project Controls – Able to plan, manage and deliver TP documentation and compliance tasks on time.
  • Leadership – Capable of guiding junior staff, coordinating work and advising internal teams.
  • Commercial Acumen – Good understanding of business structures, intercompany economics, risks and strategic tax impacts.

FAQs

What does a Transfer Pricing Specialist do?

They prepare documentation, analyse related party pricing, support audits and advise on TP compliance

Is UAE transfer pricing experience required?

Yes — local TP law and FTA compliance experience is highly preferred.

What qualifications help most?

Degrees in finance/tax and certifications such as ACCA, CPA, CTA or related tax credentials.

Will I work with tax authorities?

Yes — liaising with authorities during TP audits or queries is common.

Do I need to understand OECD guidelines?

Absolutely — UAE TP follows OECD TP methods and documentation principles.

Is benchmarking part of the job?

Yes — running and interpreting benchmarking studies is a regular responsibility.