Your CareerWe are currently seeking an exceptional individual to fill the role of Head of Global Transfer Pricing within
Palo Alto NetworksTax team. In this pivotal position, you will play a critical role in building and designing
the global transfer pricing team and priorities, lead of strategic transfer pricing projects, manage global
transfer pricing compliance and reporting, drive transfer pricing automation, and provide invaluable
support for our tax planning initiatives. The Head of Global Transfer Pricing will possess profound
expertise in transfer pricing regulations and requirements, exhibit a thorough understanding of relevant
tax laws, and offer guidance on tax legislation and economic developments on a global scale.
Our ideal candidate is an experienced leader in the field of transfer pricing known for their strategic
expertise with proven experience of leading a transfer pricing group for a US multinational. The ideal
candidate is a self-motivated and creative thinker, with outstanding communication skills. Furthermore,
they thrive in collaborative settings, working seamlessly with cross-functional teams. This role offers the
opportunity to work alongside a diverse group of talented and high-performing colleagues, all within a
fast-paced and dynamic environment. This position is based in Santa Clara, California. It reports to the
Senior Director International Tax, Global Tax Planning and Tax M&A, and will closely collaborate with the
global tax team. This position leads a transfer pricing team both in Santa Clara and Bangalore India, so
the candidate should have experience in team leadership.
The International Tax team at PANW is a close-knit and dynamic group dedicated to establishing robust
tax processes, frameworks, and systems that will drive the business forward during the upcoming phase
of rapid expansion. Our primary objectives include establishing appropriate transfer pricing policies and
procedures, evaluating avenues to achieve certainty including APAs, etc., ensuring compliance across
diverse geographical regions, meeting stringent reporting standards, and proactively preparing for audits
to achieve our targeted tax objectives. We take pride in our collaborative and enthusiastic approach,
eagerly anticipating the exciting growth phase ahead, and are fully committed to supporting our business
teams in every conceivable manner.
 Your ImpactThe Head of Transfer Pricing is a crucial role in managing our company transfer pricing strategies toensure compliance with tax regulations and optimize the company global tax position. Here are somekey responsibilities for this role:● Manage a team, manage priorities, oversee projects, and guide leadership on globaldevelopments to ensure timely deliverables and strategic alignment.● Provide strategic leadership, including setting goals, managing resources, and fostering a cultureof continuous improvement.● Create, implement, and communicate transfer pricing policies and strategies that align with thecompanies business operations and tax optimization goals.● Ensure the company complies with transfer pricing regulations in various jurisdictions where itoperates. This includes preparing and filing transfer pricing documentation, country-by-countryreporting, preparing for Pillar 2, and other compliance requirements.● Identify and assess transfer pricing risks, manage transfer pricing audits, initiate and manageAPAs, oversee responses on transfer pricing tax inquiries.● Collaborate with the tax leadership and other cross-functional teams to design and implementrestructure plannings that support the company&s overall business objectives.● Explore opportunities for automation of transfer pricing processes to improve efficiency andaccuracy.● Conduct benchmarking studies to compare the company&s intercompany transactions withcomparable transactions in the market to justify transfer pricing policies.● Stay informed about changes in transfer pricing regulations and international tax laws, and adapt
 the company& strategies accordingly.● Provide guidance and training to internal teams on transfer pricing matters to enhance awarenessand compliance across the organization.
