Transfer Pricing Specialist
Tax IndustryAbu Dhabi, UAE
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.