Transfer Pricing Manager - US

ASML•San Diego, CA

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

ASML is seeking a senior transfer pricing expert for the United States to join its Global Transfer Pricing team. The role connects US business developments with their transfer pricing consequences and owns the transfer pricing agenda for ASML’s US operations and the Cymer business. It covers operating models, intercompany flows and agreements, operational transfer pricing, US controversy and advance-pricing matters, compliance, corporate projects, and development of global transfer pricing policies. The position works closely with US business, Finance, Legal, Tax & Customs, operational stakeholders, and the global team. The manager identifies issues early, translates complex matters into clear recommendations and sustainable solutions, coordinates effective execution, and retains ownership through resolution and implementation. The role is based onsite in San Diego, California, with a flexible arrangement allowing remote work up to two days per week. Domestic and/or international travel may be required depending on company needs.

Requirements

University degree in Tax, Accounting, Economics, Finance, Law, or a comparable discipline.
Minimum of 8 to 10 years of relevant transfer pricing or international tax experience, gained in-house, at a professional services firm, or both.
Strong knowledge of US transfer pricing principles and practical experience applying them in a complex multinational environment.
Experience with operating models, intercompany transactions and agreements, functional analysis, transfer pricing documentation, and operational implementation.
Experience with APAs/BAPAs, tax authority interactions, controversy, or audit defense.
Ability to combine deep transfer pricing expertise with working knowledge of business operations, finance, accounting, tax, legal agreements, systems, and governance.
Hands-on, outcome-oriented approach, including structuring ambiguity, defining ownership, following up, and bringing topics to a documented and sustainable close.
Strong stakeholder and communication skills, including constructive challenge, adapting to different audiences, and creating alignment.
Ability to work independently across time zones and cultures while collaborating with a global team.
Comfort working with financial data and operational processes.
Ability to meet the described physical demands, with reasonable accommodations available as applicable.

Nice To Haves

Advanced tax degree, CPA, or similar qualification.
Recurring APA reporting experience.
Familiarity with ERP, consolidation, planning, or reporting tools.

Responsibilities

Build relationships with US business, Finance, Legal, Tax & Customs, and operational stakeholders; identify transfer pricing implications early and lead issues toward practical resolution.
Partner with US Tax and Customs experts to coordinate advice, execution, and resolution of cross-disciplinary matters.
Own the transfer pricing agenda for ASML US operations and Cymer, including the operating model, intercompany flows and agreements, operational transfer pricing, business changes, and continued integration and alignment with ASML.
Lead or coordinate US APA/BAPA and transfer pricing controversy work, including fact-pattern coverage, functional analysis, information requests, position papers, annual reporting, audit readiness, and interactions with advisors and tax authorities.
Oversee and steer US operational transfer pricing and relevant tax provisioning activities, ensuring calculations, price setting, pre-billings, adjustments, reconciliations, and root-cause analysis are timely, accurate, and completed.
Own the US transfer pricing compliance calendar and delivery, including transfer pricing documentation, local files, APA/BAPA annual reports, and other recurring requirements; coordinate contributors, review output, and close open points.
Engage in US-focused and worldwide corporate projects, drive consistent global approaches, and provide a US perspective where relevant.
Develop, update, and implement global transfer pricing policies and positions, translating them into workable processes, controls, intercompany arrangements, and stakeholder guidance.
Assess changes in functions, assets, risks, people, decision-making, and financial flows to determine whether operating-model assumptions, policies, or advance agreements remain appropriate.
Use data and financial insight to challenge outcomes, identify recurring issues, and drive structural solutions; provide clear recommendations and implementation plans.
Escalate matters when required while retaining ownership until they are resolved and embedded.
Perform other duties as assigned or required.