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BDO USA

Tax Senior, Transfer Pricing

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

Ensures STS Transfer Pricing Associates and Interns are trained on all relevant tax software * Provides clarification and guidance on complex concepts and tasks to colleagues and clients, as ...

BDO

Tax Senior, Transfer Pricing

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$90 - $140/hr

Manages and reviews benchmarking work completed by STS Transfer Pricing Associates * Tax Controversy * Applies understanding of the audit, competent authority and APA process including statutory ...

BDO USA, Llp

Tax Senior, Transfer Pricing

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$73.50 - $131.25/hr

Manages and reviews benchmarking work completed by STS Transfer Pricing Associates * Tax Controversy * Applies understanding of the audit, competent authority and APA process including statutory ...

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BDO USA

Tax Senior, Transfer Pricing

San Jose, CA · On-site

Ensures STS Transfer Pricing Associates and Interns are trained on all relevant tax software * Provides clarification and guidance on complex concepts and tasks to colleagues and clients, as ...

BDO

Tax Senior, Transfer Pricing

Los Angeles, CA

Ensures STS Transfer Pricing Associates and Interns are trained on all relevant tax software * Provides clarification and guidance on complex concepts and tasks to colleagues and clients, as ...

BDO

Tax Senior, Transfer Pricing

San Jose, CA · On-site

Ensures STS Transfer Pricing Associates and Interns are trained on all relevant tax software * Provides clarification and guidance on complex concepts and tasks to colleagues and clients, as ...

Red White and Blue Thrift Store

Pricer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

Apply pricing strategies to merchandise effectively, ensuring competitive pricing and maximizing sales potential * Utilize pricing tools and resources to maintain accurate and consistent pricing ...

BradyPLUS

Pricing Administrator

Ontario, CA · On-site

$28 - $36/hr

General information Name Pricing Administrator Ref # 3371 City Ontario State California Country ... This range represents what the company reasonably expects to pay an associate for this role based ...

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How much do pricing associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for pricing associate in California is $19.09, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $11.39 and $20.62 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Pricing Associate vs Cost Analyst?

AspectPricing AssociateCost Analyst
Required CredentialsTypically a bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or related fieldUsually a bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or economics
Work EnvironmentCorporate or retail settings, focusing on pricing strategiesManufacturing, logistics, or corporate settings analyzing costs
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in retail, manufacturing, and service industries for pricing strategiesCommon in manufacturing, logistics, and corporate finance departments

While both roles involve financial analysis, a Pricing Associate primarily focuses on setting and adjusting prices to maximize revenue, whereas a Cost Analyst concentrates on analyzing and controlling costs to improve profitability. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.

What are some common challenges pricing associates face when working with cross-functional teams?

Pricing Associates often collaborate with sales, marketing, and finance teams to develop effective pricing strategies. One common challenge is balancing the diverse priorities of each department—sales teams may push for competitive pricing to close deals, while finance prioritizes profitability. Effective communication and data-driven insights are key to aligning these interests. Being proactive in sharing market analysis and clear rationales for pricing decisions helps build consensus and supports smoother collaboration.

What does a pricing associate do?

A Pricing Associate is responsible for analyzing market trends, competitors' pricing, and internal cost structures to help determine the best prices for a company's products or services. They work closely with sales, marketing, and finance teams to ensure pricing strategies align with business objectives. Their tasks often include collecting and evaluating data, updating price lists, preparing reports, and recommending price adjustments to maximize profits while remaining competitive in the market.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a pricing associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Pricing Associate, you need strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a background in finance, economics, or business. Familiarity with pricing software, advanced Excel functions, and data analysis tools like SQL or Tableau is often required. Effective communication, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities help you work with cross-functional teams and present pricing strategies clearly. These skills are vital for generating accurate pricing models, supporting business goals, and ensuring competitive market positioning.
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Infographic showing various Pricing Associate job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 27% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,709 per year, or $19.1 per hour.

Tax Senior, Transfer Pricing

BDO USA

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

Full-time

Retirement

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description


Job Summary:
The Tax Senior, Transfer Pricing is responsible for utilizing research skills and working with tax software applications to prepare simple tax returns. In this role, the Tax Senior, Transfer Pricing will be charged with gathering client information for appropriate tax filings and preparing tax accrual work papers, participating in the tax planning process and recognizing and communicating potential risks.
Job Duties:
  • Transfer Pricing Studies:
    • Conducts transfer pricing studies involving the planning, documentation, audit defense and compliance stages
    • Scopes, designs, and conducts the financial analysis related to intercompany transactions to include, but is not limited to an evaluation of industry and client financial data to collectively benchmark or document appropriate intercompany pricing policies
    • Completes supplemental financial analysis involving the evaluation of market penetration scenarios, calculation of the value of intangible property, and the analysis of financial transactions (e.g., loan analysis, guarantees, insurance transactions)
    • Plans, schedules and executes transfer pricing analyses working under the direction of STS Senior Director or STS Manager
    • Manages deadlines and data due dates for assigned projects
    • Utilizes standard databases to gather company information (e.g., Compustat, Amadeus, ktMINE, Edgar, 10-K Wizard, Bloomberg, Lexis-Nexis, etc.)
    • Prepares project reports to document the compliance of the client's intercompany prices with foreign and domestic tax regulations and presents consulting advice summarizing the approach, research, quantitative analysis, and the results of the final analysis
    • Participates in scoping calls related to proposals and prepares draft proposals and engagement letters at the direction of STS Senior Director or STS Manager
    • Prepares presentations for current clients that convey the results of analyses and recommendations going-forward or providing a review of the service capabilities of the practice for potential clients
    • Participates in client interviews to gather information to understand the factors affecting intercompany transactions within a group of related companies, including but not limited to the following examples
      • Corporate structure
      • Division of functional responsibilities among affiliated companies within the corporate group
      • Distribution of risks among affiliated companies within the corporate group
      • Value drivers for profitability
      • Industry overview and competitive pressure
      • Historical context of current circumstances
      • Industry information
      • Manages and reviews benchmarking work completed by STS Transfer Pricing Associates
  • Tax Controversy
    • Applies understanding of the audit, competent authority and APA process including statutory deadlines and requirements
    • Prepares IDR responses on behalf of clients and works with clients to prepare appropriate arguments at audit, as necessary
  • Tax Provision and FIN 48
    • Applies transfer pricing in the context of tax provisions and ASC 740-10
    • Utilizes experience to draft memos for transfer pricing ASC 740-10 analysis
    • Collaboration with Core Tax and STS Groups
    • Develops an in-depth understanding of the technical and practical issues and opportunities regarding one or more areas of taxation
    • Maintains high level of visibility in local offices and region (e.g. networking with core tax and assurance managers and above)
  • Other duties as required

Supervisory Responsibilities:
  • Supervises the day-to-day workload of STS Transfer Pricing Associates and Interns on assigned engagements and reviews work product
  • Ensures STS Transfer Pricing Associates and Interns are trained on all relevant tax software
  • Provides clarification and guidance on complex concepts and tasks to colleagues and clients, as appropriate
  • Delivers periodic performance feedback and completes performance evaluations for STS Transfer Pricing Associates and Interns
  • Acts as mentor to STS Transfer Pricing Associates and Interns, as appropriate
  • Monitors budgets and billings to manage project profitability

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Economics, Finance or other relevant field, required
  • Advanced degree, preferred

Experience:
  • More than (2) years of prior work experience, required
  • Experience working within a transfer pricing practice, required
  • Prior supervisory experience, preferred
  • Experience with review of tax provisions from a transfer pricing perspective, preferred

License/Certifications:
Software:
  • Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel, PowerPoint and Word
  • Prior exposure to S&P Compustat, Moody's RiskCalc, 10-K Wizard, ktMINE, and other financial databases products, preferred

Language:
  • N/A

Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Strong analytical and basic research skills
  • Solid organizational skills especially ability to meet project deadlines with a focus on details
  • Ability to successfully multi-task while working independently or within a group environment
  • Capable of working in a deadline-driven environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously
  • Capacity to build and maintain strong relationships with client personnel
  • Ability to successfully interact with professionals at all levels
  • Intermediate understanding of the technical and practical issues and opportunities regarding one or more areas of taxation
  • Intermediate knowledge and understanding of general calculations and cause / effect for taxable conditions on clients and the potential tax issues
  • Experience working on different types of analysis across a number of industries.

Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.
National Range: $73,500 - $131,250
Maryland Range: $73,500 - $131,250
NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $73,500 - $131,250
Washington DC Range: $73,500 - $131,250
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