Transfer Pricing Director –Special Projects, Controversy & Planning

Kyndryl•Rye Brook, NY

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Kyndryl is seeking a Global Transfer Pricing Director to join its global Tax organization with a focus on Controversy, Planning & Special Projects. This role will report directly to the Global VP of Tax - Transfer Pricing, and will be managing complex transfer pricing matters across controversy, planning, and strategic initiatives from Kyndryl’s headquarters. The successful candidate will operate with a high degree of autonomy, executing global projects to completion, coordinating cross‑functional stakeholders, and driving results in a dynamic, multinational environment. The candidate will be supported by two team members and will work closely with the TP Operations lead. The role requires high caliber leadership of team members leading to high impact execution (timeliness and quality), and effective interaction with the Business, Finance, Countries, Treasury, Accounting and broader tax teams and leadership to ensure goals attainment. Hybrid office model.

Requirements

10+ years of transfer pricing experience
Bachelor's degree in related fields (Tax, Accounting, Finance).
In‑house experience within large, complex multinational organizations, ideally combined with Consulting experience in B4 or similar.
Demonstrable and meaningful experience in the specific areas of the role.
Proven ability to autonomously execute complex projects, motivate and lead team members to a fast paced execution model, manage multiple workstreams, and problem solve to deliver outcomes.
A results‑oriented mindset, with the ability to balance technical rigor, practical business considerations, and execution discipline.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical issues into clear, actionable insights for senior stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in relevant areas preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead day‑to‑day management of global transfer pricing audits across multiple jurisdictions, including interacting with advisors, data gathering, preparing IDR responses and participating in meetings with authorities.
Assist the VP in executing multilateral dispute resolution programs, including Advance Pricing Agreements (APAs) and Mutual Agreement Procedures (MAPs).
Develop and maintain high quality defense files.
Partner closely with the VP of Tax, TP to design and execute transfer pricing optimization and planning initiatives aligned with the company’s business strategy.
Support transfer pricing aspects of M&A activity, including acquisition integrations, post‑deal structuring, and operational alignment.
Lead or contribute to valuation projects, including intercompany transactions and business restructurings.
Independently lead complex, cross‑border special projects with significant technical, operational, or financial impact across diverse areas such as: BEAT, WHT, Financial Transactions, dispositions, etc.