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Agoda · 2 weeks ago

Senior Manager, Global Lead for Tax Controversy (Bangkok/Singapore Based, Relocation Provided)

Atlanta, GA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

8+ years exp

Agoda is a global travel platform that connects people to destinations and experiences. They are seeking a Senior Manager, Global Lead for Tax Controversy who will lead the company's global tax controversy and audit strategy, managing all phases of tax audits and disputes while collaborating with various teams to influence tax policy.

Air TransportationE-CommerceHotelTourismTravelTravel Accommodations

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Lead and manage all tax controversy matters, including audits, notices, refund claims, appeals, and litigation

Act as the global lead for all cases, setting strategy and overseeing end to end management from initial inquiry to resolution

Serve as the primary point of contact with tax authorities, external advisors, and internal stakeholders on all controversy matters

Develop and implement effective strategies for resolving tax disputes and managing tax risk across jurisdictions

Analyze and interpret complex tax laws, regulations, treaties, and case law to support and defend the company’s positions

Prepare, review, and quality-control responses to tax authority inquiries, RFIs, and audit findings, ensuring technical accuracy and consistency

Draft persuasive arguments, legal memoranda, position papers, and documentation for dispute resolution, appeals, and litigation

Design and maintain best-practice frameworks, playbooks, templates, and documentation standards for managing tax audits and controversy globally

Maintain comprehensive and well-organized documentation and records of all controversy-related activities in the region and globally

Support the company’s global tax strategy and ensure consistency in controversy management and messaging across jurisdictions

Collaborate closely with internal Tax, Legal, Government Affairs, PR, Finance, and business teams to ensure aligned positions and coordinated responses

Monitor tax and policy developments globally and assess the potential impact on ongoing and future controversies

Provide technical input to policy and advocacy initiatives, working with Government Affairs and industry groups where relevant

Contribute to the identification, assessment, and communication of controversy-related tax risks to senior management

Promote tax controversy awareness and best practices within the Agoda Group and in collaboration with other BHI brands, including training and guidance for junior team members and other departments

Drive continuous improvement in controversy processes, incorporating learnings from past audits and disputes into future risk mitigation

Qualification

Tax law expertiseTax controversy managementAudit defense experienceNegotiation skillsLegal trainingProfessional certificationCross-border experienceTechnical documentationAnalytical skillsMulticultural adaptabilityLanguage proficiencyCommunication skillsProject managementOrganizational skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Law, or related field

Legal training (law degree or experience as a tax lawyer)

Minimum 8-10 years of relevant experience in tax controversy, audit defense, or tax litigation, in law firms, accounting firms or MNCs with significant experience in the Asia Pacific region (e.g., China, Japan, Korea, Southeast Asia, Australia, India)

In-depth knowledge of tax laws, regulations, and dispute resolution processes

Demonstrated experience leading complex, multi-jurisdictional tax audits or disputes, including direct interaction with tax authorities

Proven ability to draft and review high-quality technical documentation (position papers, memos, correspondence with authorities)

Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills advocacy skills for use within Tax and Finance as well as with external stakeholders and tax authorities

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, multicultural environment

Experience working effectively across cross-functional teams

Strong project management and organizational skills

Agility to quickly adjust to changing priorities, combined with the ability to balance multiple priorities

Proficiency in English required

Preferred

advanced degree (JD, LLM, MST, or equivalent)

Professional certification (CPA, Chartered Accountant, or equivalent)

Prior experiences in the US and Europe would be an added advantage

additional Asia Pacific language skills are an advantage

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Professional growth and development opportunities

Company

Agoda

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Agoda is a digital travel platform that provides access to hotels and holiday properties including flights. It is a sub-organization of Booking Holdings.

Founded in 2005

Singapore, Central Region, SGP

5001-10000 employees