Manager, Indirect Tax Advisory

Responsibilities

• Assess indirect tax positions and interpret business models to ensure global compliance.
• Analyze tax implications for new products, programs, and partnerships, driving implementation within internal systems.
• Research global indirect tax developments (VAT/GST) and execute plans to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Evaluate and work on contracts from an indirect tax advisory perspective.
• Manage end-to-end indirect tax projects, including scoping, budgeting, and strategic implementation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders in Product, Commercial, Legal, and IT to build scalable, tax-compliant solutions.
• Coordinate with external tax advisors and oversee the reconciliation of revenue and VAT/GST with financials.
• Contribute to the long-term strategic vision of the global tax team.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Tax, Law, Accounting, Finance, or a related business field.
• Minimum 8 years of indirect tax experience (experience in Big 4, top law firms, or major in-house roles is a plus).
• Solid technical knowledge of global VAT/GST regulations.
• Strong English verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical issues to senior leadership.
• Proven ability to lead complex, cross-functional projects independently.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with indirect tax setup in ERP systems, such as Oracle.
• Previous experience in the e-commerce or travel industry.
• Regional expertise in APAC, EMEA, or US tax landscapes.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ambiguous, and dynamic environment.

About the Company

Agoda is a leading digital travel platform that bridges the world through travel. Part of Booking Holdings, Agoda connects millions of travelers to destinations, hotels, flights, and experiences worldwide. Driven by data and technology, our diverse team of over 7,000 people works across the globe to make exploring the world easier for everyone.