Senior Manager, Tax Controversy
Organising Institution / Firm
Agoda
Quick Verified Facts
π Deadline
Rolling Basis (Official)
π Mode / Location
Singapore / Bangkok (Relocation Provided)
π° Stipend / Pay
Not Specified
π Eligibility
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Law, or related field (advanced degree like JD, LLM, MST preferred; legal training strongly preferred). Minimum 8-10 years of relevant experience in tax controversy, audit defense, or tax litigation in law firms, accounting firms, or MNCs.
π‘οΈ Category
Jobs
Full Opportunity Brief
Contextual Overview
Agoda, a major global travel platform and part of Booking Holdings [NASDAQ: BKNG], is seeking a Senior Manager, Tax Controversy based in Singapore or Bangkok, with relocation provided. This core legal and tax role is central to protecting the company's tax profile, managing financial and reputational risk, and engaging with tax authorities and policymakers globally.
Key Eligibility Criteria
- Bachelorβs degree in Accounting, Finance, Law, or a related field; advanced degrees (JD, LLM, MST) preferred.
- Legal training (law degree or experience as a tax lawyer) strongly preferred.
- Minimum of 8-10 years of relevant experience in tax controversy, audit defense, or tax litigation within law firms, accounting firms, or multinational corporations.
- Demonstrated expertise managing complex, multi-jurisdictional tax audits or disputes across the Asia Pacific region.
- Professional certifications such as CPA or Chartered Accountant are an advantage.
Responsibilities & Scope of Work
- Independently manage assigned tax controversy matters, including audits, notices, refund claims, appeals, and litigation.
- Serve as the primary point of contact with tax authorities, external advisors, and internal stakeholders.
- Analyze complex tax laws, regulations, treaties, and case law to defend the company's tax positions.
- Draft and review technical documentation, legal memoranda, position papers, and responses to tax authority inquiries.
- Drive tax governance, risk frameworks, and process standardizations, incorporating AI-enabled workflows where appropriate.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Internal Tax, Legal, Government Affairs, PR, and Finance teams.
Stipend, Compensation & Mode
Compensation: Competitive compensation and benefits package (exact amount not specified). Mode: Full-time employment based in Singapore or Bangkok with relocation provided.
Application Procedure & Required Documents
Interested candidates can apply directly through the official job portal link below by submitting their professional profile and resume.
Official Notification & Contact Information
Official Application Link: Agoda Careers / LinkedIn Portal
Company Careers Portal: https://careersatagoda.com