Job Description

Job Description

Get to know The Pokémon Company International

The Pokémon Company International, a subsidiary of The Pokémon Company in Japan, manages the property outside of Asia and is responsible for brand management, licensing, marketing, the Pokémon Trading Card Game, the animated TV series, home entertainment, and the official Pokémon website. Pokémon was launched in Japan in 1996 and today is one of the most popular children's entertainment properties in the world.

Learn more online at corporate.pokemon.com and pokemon.com.

Get to know the role

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• Job Title: Sr. Tax Manager – Transfer Pricing
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• Job Summary:\n

  TPCi is seeking a detail-oriented and highly skilled Sr. Tax Manager with a primary focus on transfer pricing. This role manages a portfolio of complex, high-visibility work supporting our global operations. While transfer pricing is the central responsibility, the role will also contribute to broader corporate tax initiatives, including compliance, provision, reporting, and advisory support.

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  As a senior individual contributor, you will review calculations, analyze data models, and ensure technical accuracy, while providing recommendations and executing initiatives in alignment with leadership direction. This position is ideal for a technically strong professional who thrives in execution and enjoys collaborating across functions and geographies.

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• FLSA Classification (US Only): Exempt
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• People Manager: No
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What you’ll do

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  Transfer Pricing (Primary Focus)

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  • Manage the development, implementation, and maintenance of TPCi’s transfer pricing policies in line with OECD guidelines and local tax regulations
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  • Manage the preparation and review of annual transfer pricing documentation, including Master File, Local File, and Country-by-Country Reporting (CbCR)
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  • Perform detailed reviews of transfer pricing calculations, supporting schedules, and data provided by Accounting or external advisors, ensuring accuracy and compliance
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  • Review benchmarking analyses and comparables prepared by external advisors, validating assumptions and results from a TP perspective
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  • Manage responses to tax authority audits, information requests, and controversy matters, escalating key issues to leadership for direction
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  • Support or coordinate Advance Pricing Agreement (APA) and Mutual Agreement Procedure (MAP) processes in alignment with leadership
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  Broader Global Tax Support

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  • Support U.S. and international tax compliance and reporting requirements, partnering with external advisors and internal teams
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  • Assist with tax provision, reporting, and forecasting processes, ensuring transfer pricing outcomes align with financial reporting goals
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  • Collaborate with Accounting and FP&A teams to evaluate the impact of new legislation, regulatory changes, and business initiatives
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  • Support other tax projects and initiatives as needed to meet evolving business priorities
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  Analytics, Tools & Process Optimization

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  • Work directly with data models, reconciliations, and calculations to validate results and identify issues
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  • Partner with FP&A, Accounting, and Systems teams to enhance tax and transfer pricing data processes and tools
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  • Recommend process improvements and implement controls to improve efficiency and compliance across tax operations
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  Cross-Functional Partnership

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  • Collaborate with Accounting, FP&A, Legal, Operations, and Commercial teams to integrate transfer pricing and tax considerations into business planning
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  • Support global affiliates to align on intercompany pricing and ensure consistency
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  • Translate technical principles into clear, actionable guidance for non-tax stakeholders
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• Advisory & Mentorship \n
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  • Educate and mentor cross-functional partners on transfer pricing and tax principles
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  • Provide technical guidance to junior tax and finance professionals to build organizational capability
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  • Monitor global tax and transfer pricing developments and advise on implications for TPCi and its subsidiaries
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What you’ll bring

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• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field is required; CPA, MST, or advanced degree in Taxation or Economics strongly preferred.
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• 8–12 years of progressive experience in public accounting or multinational corporate tax departments, including at least 6 years with a primary focus on transfer pricing
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• Strong technical knowledge of U.S. transfer pricing regulations, OECD guidelines, and international tax rules
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• Proven ability to manage complex global portfolios, audits, and cross-border relationships
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• Experience with Master/Local File, CbCR, benchmarking review, APAs/MAPs, and intercompany agreements
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• Demonstrated expertise in financial modeling, economic analysis, and functional analysis
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• Excellent collaboration, communication, and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at all levels
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• Detail-oriented with a hands-on approach to reviewing calculations, schedules, and data models
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• Strategic mindset with the discipline to execute in alignment with leadership direction
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Base Salary Range: For this role, new hires generally start between $114,500.00 - $135,000.00 per year. The full range is $114,500.00 - $171,000.00 per year. This range is applicable for the labor market where the role is intended to be hired. The final base salary is directly related to the candidate’s qualifications and professional experience uniquely.

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How you’ll be successful

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• Passion for Pokémon: Develops an understanding of the Pokémon brand, the impact it has on our people, culture, business, fans, and communities, and applying that knowledge and passion to everything you do.
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• Challenging the Expected: Approaches challenges with curiosity and creativity, embracing the possibility of failure as an opportunity to learn something new, develop innovative ideas, solve complex problems and identify unique opportunities.
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• Integrity and Respect: Demonstrates integrity and respect by leading with empathy, listening to others, seeking out different perspectives, and taking personal responsibility for decisions, actions, and results.
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• Dedicated to Quality: Takes ownership to maintain and promote high standards, looks for new ways to learn and improve, and embraces a growth mindset to seek and apply feedback from others in an effort to continuously improve. 
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• Building Relationships: Develops and strengthens relationships, adopting a “team first” mentality and working collaboratively to solve problems and meet shared goals.
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• Delighting Customers: Listens and understands the interests and needs of our customers and stakeholders, making them feel heard and important, and embracing these learnings to continue delivering a unique Pokémon experience.
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What to expect

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• An innovative culture driven by impact, delivering meaningful outcomes.
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• Company events that celebrate the spirit of Pokémon.
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• Competitive cash-based compensation programs.
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• 100% employer-paid healthcare premiums for you.
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• Generous paid family leave.
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• Employer-paid life insurance.
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• Employer-paid long and short-term income protection insurance.
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• US Employees: 401k Employer Matching.
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• UK/IRE/MX Employees: Pension Employer Contributions.
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• Fitness reimbursement.
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• Commuter benefit.
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• LinkedIn learning.
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• Comprehensive relocation package for certain roles.
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• Hybrid work environment.
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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this role. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. For roles in the United Kingdom, candidates will need the right to work. In some cases, and for some roles, the Company may be able to arrange a visa. For roles in Ireland, this role requires candidates to have the right to live and work in the Republic of Ireland. However, we welcome applications from all nationalities and may consider supporting an employment permit application, in appropriate and suitable cases.

The Pokémon Company International is committed to the inclusion of all qualified applicants for consideration in our job application process. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or a job interview, or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact the Talent Acquisition team at accommodationrequest_ta@pokemon.com.

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