Transfer Pricing Associate – Tax & Regulatory Services

About the role

KPMG is looking for an Associate in its Tax & Regulatory Services Unit in Nairobi, working as part of a multi-disciplinary team. The role covers documenting transfer pricing policies, advising clients and supporting research, documentation, benchmarking studies and transfer pricing audits within the firm and across the network.

Key responsibilities

• Support functional analysis, industry research and benchmarking studies, then apply the findings to assess clients' positions and develop effective transfer pricing approaches.
• Prepare concise, fully formatted documents and memos in appropriate business and technical language.
• Use research databases, transfer pricing resources and the internet to collect and interpret comparable data.
• Manage the client portfolio for transfer pricing and deliver all assignments with high quality and on time.
• Work with managers, peers and partners on transfer pricing solutions for local and multinational clients.
• Take part in transfer pricing advisory projects and support the preparation of policy, compliance and planning reports.
• Build strong relationships with clients, networks and other service lines.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in a business-related field from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of working experience (the text also mentions 3-5 years).
• Experience in international tax, specifically transfer pricing documentation.
• Knowledge of transfer pricing regulations and international guidance and standards.
• Professional qualifications such as ACCA or CPA are highly desirable; a taxation qualification is an added advantage.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and Access, and experience with internet research.
• Good knowledge of tax laws and rules, and working knowledge of accounting information systems and tax tools.
• Excellent advisory, compliance, communication and negotiation skills, and comfort interacting with C-level professionals.

What we offer

• The chance to work with a Big 4 firm on clients across Africa.
• Continuous learning and development, exposure to multi-disciplinary teams and room to grow.
• Opportunity for international travel.

Candidates apply through the online application form; the role is shortlisted on a rolling basis and only shortlisted candidates are contacted.