Senior Analyst Transfer Pricing

Who We Are

Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips – the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world – like AI and IoT. If you want to push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world. 

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Key Responsibilities

Analyze and calculate book- tax differences for corporate income tax return and tax provision, work with external resource as necessary.  Prepare indirect tax returns.  Prepare quarterly tax provisions and annual tax package.  Calculation estimated tax payment.

Analyze and calculate for expense allocations between functions/entities

Government incentive filing requirement and compliances

Perform complex tax calculations supporting intercompany transfer pricing.  Prepare intercompany commission booking.  Prepare transfer pricing documentation.

ERP systems- extract data to support income tax function

Provide day to day tax support to operations. 

Projects as assigned by regional Tax Manager

Support M&A and divestiture projects in the regions as directed by tax manager

Functional Knowledge

• Demonstrates conceptual and practical expertise in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines

Business Expertise

• Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market

Leadership

•  Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements

Problem Solving

• Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information

Impact

• Impacts a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams; works within broad guidelines and policies

Interpersonal Skills

• Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus

The role focuses on operational transfer pricing, compliance, and planning initiatives. Responsibilities include managing transfer pricing compliance activities , setting and maintaining pricing policies, and supporting audits.
What You'll Be Doing

• Support the implementation, and maintenance of Applied’s global transfer pricing policies and operating models to align with business objectives.
• Develop and analyze financial models for transfer pricing planning and restructuring projects, including business model changes and intellectual property valuations.
• Help with the preparation and review of global transfer pricing documentation and related requirements.
• Draft and maintain intercompany agreements to ensure alignment with intercompany transaction pricing and Applied's transfer pricing structure.
• Manage and coordinate operational transfer pricing, including intercompany calculations, reconciliations, and controls for quarterly and annual close processes.
• Provide support during transfer pricing audits and controversy processes, including data collection and financial/economic analyses in response to tax authority inquiries.
• Drive process improvement initiatives using technology to improve transfer pricing systems, processes, and automation.
• Collaborate with external advisors and internal cross-functional teams and business partners.

What We Need To See

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Economics, Finance, Accounting, or related field. Master’s degree or equivalent experience, including CPA, preferred.
• 4-6 years of progressive transfer pricing experience in a large multinational corporation and/or Big Four accounting firm.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with proficiency in data analysis tools (Excel, Alteryx) and financial modeling.
• Strong project management skills and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Information

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The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.

For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.

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