Director - Transfer Pricing, Bangalore

The KPMG Global Services (KGS) Tax is a diverse team spread across multiple cities in India. We provide tax and compliance services to KPMG Firms globally. Our core services include Business Tax, Global Mobility, Indirect Tax, Global Transfer Pricing, Global Trade Compliance and Tax Technology delivered by our professionals, who are known for their technical acumen and business insights to deliver exceptional client service.Through your work, you’ll build a global network and unlock opportunities that you may not have thought possible with access to great support, vast resources, and an inclusive, supportive environment to help you reach your full potential.Role:•Proposed designation - Director •Role type - Supervisory •Reporting to – Associate PartnerRoles & responsibilities Project Delivery Experienced in demonstrating project management, client management, process improvement, leadership, communication, relationship building, analytical, interpersonal, and organization skills Demonstrating advanced understanding of Transfer Pricing principles and ability to guide the team to apply these on client projects with focus on quality and attention to detail Experienced to handle multiple engagements within the practice assigned and therefore must have the ability to manage competing priorities Demonstrating strong proficiency in effectively using and understanding applications and databases and work extensively with various technology tools Experienced in the standardization of services leveraging technology, demonstrating continuous improvement of efficiencies Experienced in handling large and diverse teams of approx. 15 people or more. Experience with Global Delivery centers is preferred. Strong communicators, both written and verbal, with the ability to present findings to leadership and convey objectives to team membersPractice Management Manage, support and participate in preparation of global transfer pricing compliance engagements on a global scale Assist in managing engagement economics by organizing staffing, tracking fees and communicating issues and to project leaders Display general knowledge of engagement “big picture” Assist stakeholders to expand the current business offerings and identify additional opportunities to work with other KPMG practices Build strong internal relationships within the global transfer pricing practices Contribute and motivate team members toward achievement of team goals. Help defining team structure (including remote teams outside India). Help designing process optimization and opportunities for tech solutions. Identify knowledge gaps and initiate strategies to fill them, keeping teams abreast of new service methodologies, tools and technologies and providing suggestions for their applications Develop, mentor and supervise Analysts, Seniors, Assistant Managers and Managers Conduct performance reviews and contribute to performance feedback for staff Help define learning gaps and work with sub-service line leaders and local L&D to define and deploy a process to bridge the learning gap Foster collaboration and constructive communication within the team Take ownership of the team’s schedule, plan for it and proactively seek work when necessary to meet the utilization goals Contribute to people initiatives, including recruiting, retaining and training transfer pricing professionals, setting strategy for how work is assigned and performed under the guidance of the reporting manager Maintain an educational program to develop personal skills on an ongoing basis, taking the initiative to seek continuous learning opportunities, coaching and mentoring feedback, key developmental experiences, self-directed learning and formal learning Adhere to practice protocol and other internal processes consistentlyEducational qualificationsMaster's degree in any stream / an advanced degree in economics, law, finance, tax or accounting; a CPA or similar certification Additional Degree/ Diploma/Specialization in fields related to International Taxation, Financial Instruments Market, Specialization in Quantitative Finance will be an added advantageWork experience Minimum 16 years of experience in transfer pricing, ideally within a professional services firm or a large multinational corporation. Proven track record in: Developing and implementing transfer pricing policies Managing documentation including functional and economic analyses Handling audits and disputes with tax authorities Advising on intercompany transactions involving services, intangibles, and financial arrangements 2 Experience in project management, especially in leading complex, cross-border transfer pricing projectsPreferred technical & functional skills Strong communicator, exhibiting inclusive behavior in interactions with internal & external stakeholders Process-focused mindset, with ability to align teams to consistent ways of working to meet organizational objectives Ability to motive others and manage team dynamics to lead a healthy functioning team Strong technical and analytical skills to deliver high-quality client deliverables in an efficient manner Aptitude for learning, adopting and promoting new technologiesKey behavioral attributes/requirements Exceptional communication skills and strong Analytical ability. Target driven and customer focus. Solution focus mindset Attention to detail - Quality and time conscious Work collaboratively with the clients and deliver quality services by enforcing quality and KPMG standards.