[Hiring] Indirect Tax Manager @Agoda

Role Description

As Manager, US Indirect Tax Advisory, you will join a tax advisory team that is growing rapidly as the tax landscape for digital services continues to evolve. This role can be based in our New York office or performed remotely from anywhere in the United States.

The purpose of this position is to lead US indirect tax advisory matters — spanning Sales and Use Tax, Hotel Occupancy and other lodging taxes, and other US indirect taxes — in a fast-moving business environment.

• Own projects end to end: from scoping the challenge (including budgeting) through to solution design, execution, and implementation.
• Interact with Senior Leadership Team, US parent company, sister brands, international offices, business managers, functional teams, IT, and other finance and legal colleagues.
• Proactively identify new areas where tax support is needed and take initiative in shaping solutions.
• Operate in a highly dynamic, project-driven environment.

What You’ll Do

• Assess the US indirect tax position of our business models and translate complex rules into practical guidance.
• Analyze the US indirect tax implications of existing and new programs, products, and partnerships.
• Monitor US state and local (SALT) tax developments and evaluate business changes they require.
• Review and advise on contracts from an indirect tax perspective.
• Lead indirect tax projects and build strategic and operational work plans.
• Manage, influence, and constructively challenge cross-functional stakeholders.
• Support and review the work of team members reconciling revenue, purchases, and indirect tax balances.
• Coordinate with external advisors on US indirect tax matters.
• Champion indirect tax awareness across the Agoda group.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Tax, Economics, Law, Accounting, Finance, or a related business field.
• At least 8 years of indirect tax experience gained at a Big 4 firm, a top law firm, or a major in-house tax function.
• Deep technical knowledge of US Sales and Use Tax and state and local taxes.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Experience configuring indirect tax in systems, including ERP platforms or tax engines.
• E-commerce, marketplace, or travel industry experience is a plus.

It’s Great if You Have

• A self-motivated, proactive, results-oriented mindset.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• The ability to express ideas clearly and adapt communication style to different audiences.
• A strong grasp of detail combined with an understanding of the bigger picture.
• A demonstrated can-do attitude in ambiguous situations.
• An energetic, driven personality comfortable in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Company Description

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.