Rakhi Bhattacharya serves as the Senior Director and Global Head of Transfer Pricing at Fiserv, where she leverages her extensive expertise to navigate the complexities of international tax regulations and optimize the company's tax efficiency. With a robust background shaped by her experience in Big...
Rakhi Bhattacharya serves as the Senior Director and Global Head of Transfer Pricing at Fiserv, where she leverages her extensive expertise to navigate the complexities of international tax regulations and optimize the company's tax efficiency. With a robust background shaped by her experience in Big Four firms and various in-house roles, Rakhi is adept at designing innovative tax structures that not only enhance the effective tax rate (ETR) but also align with Fiserv's strategic objectives.
In her current role, Rakhi leads key initiatives in global intellectual property (IP) planning, ensuring that the company’s assets are structured to maximize value while adhering to compliance standards. Her responsibilities encompass the design and implementation of operational transfer pricing processes, which are critical for maintaining accurate documentation and successfully managing transfer pricing audits. Rakhi also plays a pivotal role in negotiating Advance Pricing Agreements (APAs), which are essential for mitigating tax risks and ensuring predictability in tax obligations.
Additionally, Rakhi’s expertise extends to managing uncertain tax positions (UTPs) and overseeing acquisition and divestiture-related integrations, where her strategic insights contribute to seamless transitions and value preservation. Her proficiency in loan valuation, business valuation, and corporate finance further enhances her ability to design financing structures that support Fiserv’s growth ambitions. With a keen focus on research and financial planning, Rakhi is not only a leader but also an innovator, driving transformative results in the ever-evolving landscape of transfer pricing and tax strategy.
