Syngenta Group is one of the world’s biggest agricultural technology companies, with roots going back more than 250 years. With more than 57,000 employees, operating in more than 100 countries, the company strives to transform food production through Regenerative Agriculture - a science-driven, technology-enabled approach to improve soil, deliver high productivity and high-quality food, help fight climate change and restore lost biodiversity.

Syngenta Group, which is registered in Shanghai, China, and has its management headquarters in Switzerland, draws strength from its four business units: Syngenta Crop Protection, headquartered in Switzerland; Syngenta Seeds, headquartered in the United States; ADAMA®, headquartered in Israel; and Syngenta Group China. Together, these provide industry-leading ways to serve customers around the world.

We are looking for a Group Transfer Pricing Manager based in Basel (HQ) to join our Global Transfer Pricing (TP) Team within Group Tax Function and support Head Group Transfer Pricing to manage TP affairs.

Accountabilities:                                                                                                           

• Support Head Group TP on all Group transfer pricing affairs (covering the whole TP cycle, i.e., strategy/planning, operations, compliance, and risk management)
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and internal governance procedures in relation to transfer pricing
• Manage and maintain the TP compliance framework of the Group (internal TP Guidelines, Master File, Local File Templates, CBCR, Intercompany Agreement Compliance Framework, Benchmarking, etc.)
• Develop and maintain effective and efficient tax/TP processes and controls
• Establish and maintain a collaborative relationship across all functions and Business Units and ensure alignment (e.g., customs, finance, etc.)
• Monitor tax/TP regulations and developments (e.g. BEPS) & communicate and implement required changes to maintain compliance
• Develop and implement transfer pricing concepts for new business/activities (including support in M&A and merger integration activities)
• Support Tax/TP audits and APAs and  actively contribute to the maintenance of a strong & positive relationship with tax authorities & advisors
• Support Head Group TP in supervising the effective tax rate of the Group and minimizing cash tax payments through careful transfer pricing planning; including tax risk management aspects and proper interaction with group auditors
• Lead all TP affairs of assigned countries/territories
• Represent Group Tax function in Transfer Pricing matters

• Master's degree in economics, Finance or Law
• Qualified Tax Expert or Certified Public Accountant; Proficient in Accounting & Reporting
• Experience with global transfer pricing structures
• Highly qualified tax professional with 7–10-year transfer pricing experience (consulting and industry)
• Strong technical knowledge and proven track record in TP matters & ability to monitor TP trends & policies development across industries
• Strong team player who drives results with high self-reliance degree
• Technically knowledgeable & professionally skilled with ability to exercise sound judgment on tax matters of significance
• Unwavering ethical behaviour combined with unmatched passion, strong commitment, perseverance & drive for quality excellence
• Collaborative & adaptable personality who is comfortable within a complex matrix organisation subject to operating models' changes
• Strong assurance combined with impacting style to professionally challenge executive decisions when appropriate

What we offer:

• We offer a position which contributes to valuable and impactful work in a stimulating and international environment 
• Flexible working arrangements and environment with an open culture and diverse workforce 
• The opportunity to work with and learn from highly qualified and experienced employees
• Learning culture (Together we Grow) and wide range of training options
• You will profit from a competitive pension fund plan, attractive bonus system, onsite doctor, gym, canteen, and other benefits (Family friendly initiatives, Child and Family allowance…)

Interested? We look forward to receiving your online application including all relevant documents (cover letter, CV, diploma, certificates) – reference number 18052901.

Did you know? Syngenta has been ranked as a top employer by Science Journal.

Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

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