Indirect Tax Specialist- Advisory Focused (Bangkok-based, Relocation Support Provided)

About Agoda

At Agoda, we bridge the world through travel. Our story began in 2005, when two lifelong friends and entrepreneurs, driven by their passion for travel, launched Agoda to make it easier for everyone to explore the world.  

 

Today, we are part of Booking Holdings [NASDAQ: BKNG], with a diverse team of over 7,000 people from 90 countries, working together in offices around the globe. Every day, we connect people to destinations and experiences, with our great deals across our millions of hotels and holiday properties, flights, and experiences worldwide.

 

No two days are the same at Agoda. Data and technology are at the heart of our culture, fueling our curiosity and innovation. If you’re ready to begin your best journey and help build travel for the world, join us.

 

Key Role and Responsibilities:

• Assist in information and data gathering as and when required by Tax authorities   

• Support the Tax Team in daily operations to accomplish tax objectives   

• Perform ad-hoc tax assignments, as assigned by Indirect Tax Manager, Senior Manager and/or Tax Director, including but not limited tax research   

• Support team members working on reconciliation of revenue, purchase, output VAT/GST and input VAT/GST with financials  

• Define indirect tax requirements for existing and new programs/products, and support in implementation of these requirements in internal systems   

• Research and keep abreast of global indirect tax developments, to ensure adherence with new tax rules and regulations  

• Manage business stakeholders and coordinate with external teams for effective delivery of the project  

• Understand business processes, how indirect taxes affect in-house financial applications and systems, contribute to the long-term vision of the tax team  

• Coordinate with external advisors on various indirect tax issues 

• Responsible for indirect tax awareness and appreciation within the Agoda group  

Minimum Qualifications Required:  

• Bachelors or Master’s degree in Tax Economics/Law, Accounting, Finance or any business/similar related field. Graduate degree in taxation is an additional asset  

• Minimum 3 years of indirect tax experience in a multinational tax environment, Big 4 / Top law firm / major corporation experience, in-house experience is a plus  

• Solid technical knowledge of indirect taxes (VAT/GST) and keen to adapt to global environment. Previous experience in multi jurisdictions including APAC, EU or US regions is a plus   

• Detail-oriented individual who independently leads medium/high complexity projects with global impact (cross-functional) driving them through execution, analysis, recommendation and implementation  

• Strong (English) verbal and written communications skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complicated tax technical issues with senior leadership  

• Experience with indirect tax setup in systems, including ERP systems (Oracle) is a definite asset  

• E-commerce or travel industry experience is a plus   

Competencies/skills:  

• Self-motivated and results-oriented working with identifying, defining and scoping challenges and opportunities, taking full ownership of tasks and responsibilities  

• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with all levels of cross-functional teams  

• Ability to clearly express ideas and flex style according to the specific situation and audience   

• Able to stay calm under time pressure, having a good grasp of detail whilst understanding the “bigger picture” (of the various projects)   

• Energetic and driven personality  

• Comfortable working in a fast paced and dynamic environment, adapting well to change  

 

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At Agoda, we pride ourselves on being a company represented by people of all different backgrounds and orientations. We prioritize attracting diverse talent and cultivating an inclusive environment that encourages collaboration and innovation. Employment at Agoda is based solely on a person’s merit and qualifications. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity regardless of sex, age, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, citizenship, veteran or military status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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