Manager, Transfer Pricing - 12 month Fixed term contract

Micro Focus (now OpenText) is one of the world’s largest enterprise software providers. We deliver mission-critical technology and supporting services that help thousands of customers worldwide manage core IT elements of their business so they can run and transform—at the same time.

The Opportunity:
 
This is a global role in managing the transfer pricing matters within OpenText in accordance with OECD Guidelines and local requirements, with a focus on the Europe, Middle East, and African regions.
The Transfer Pricing Manager will obtain and analyze data used in the transfer pricing calculations, prepare contemporaneous documentation and assist in defending the company’s transfer pricing policies with local tax jurisdictions.  

You are great at:

You will take a proactive approach to assisting the Senior Manager, Transfer Pricing in collecting information required for various transfer pricing calculations and in assessing the impact on the company’s transfer pricing policies of changes to the business model, management, or new acquisitions.  You will also be expected to prepare the transfer pricing documentation for the OpenText Group.
The OpenText transfer pricing department is charged with the responsibility to create value by:
• Working with the wider tax and finance team and external advisors to respond to transfer pricing queries raised as part of the statutory account preparation process, the subsequent audit process and tax authority audits.
• Managing the preparation of transfer pricing documentation in accordance with the OECD Guidelines and local jurisdictional requirements to minimize the company’s exposure to significant transfer pricing adjustments or penalties.
• Participating in planning initiatives of the corporate tax group by researching and overseeing the implementation of transfer pricing strategies and internal reorganizations. 

What it takes: 

- At least four years’ transfer pricing experience in an accounting firm or in-house role.
- Knowledge of SAP and/or BPC reporting tools will be considered an asset
- Must be able to multi-task and have the ability to work in a fast past environment and strong organizational skills. 
- A proactive, can-do, work ethic; a demonstrated strong desire to work hard to identify issues and opportunities 
- ACA/CTA or equivalent qualification.

This role will be initially offered as a 12-month contract with the expectation of conversion to a permanent role after 12 months. 

Micro Focus (now OpenText) is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Prospective employees will receive consideration without discrimination because of race, colour, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship or any other legally protected status.