Indirect Tax Compliance Specialist

About This Role

This role is for an Indirect Tax Compliance Specialist based in Bangkok, supporting Agoda's Tax Team across all countries of operation. The specialist will optimize VAT compliance processes, review indirect tax returns, and address compliance issues in a rapidly growing environment.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and optimize internal VAT compliance processes
• Assist in reviewing indirect tax returns prepared by external advisors in foreign jurisdictions where the company is registered for GST/VAT purposes
• Identify potential problem areas when reviewing indirect tax compliance returns and take appropriate remediation actions for past and future
• Coordinate with internal teams and external advisors to obtain information necessary for resolving indirect tax compliance issues or streamlining compliance processes
• Assist in information and data gathering when required by Tax authorities
• Support the Tax Team in daily operations to accomplish tax objectives
• Perform ad-hoc tax assignments, including tax research
• Keep up to date with legislation and practical changes that impact VAT compliance

Requirements

• Bachelors or Master's degree in Tax Economics/Law, Accounting, Finance or any business/similar related field
• 3-4+ years of experience working in a MNC with indirect tax compliance in an international context
• Experience in dealing with Tax Authorities during tax audits/investigations
• Strong numerical and analytical skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Microsoft Excel proficiency (intermediate)
• Good command of English (both in writing and speaking)

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Tax Economics/Law, Accounting, Finance or any business/similar related field
• 3-4+ years of experience working in a multinational corporation with indirect tax compliance in an international context

Nice to Have

• Certified accountant/certified tax adviser/equivalent
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a proactive focus on finding long-term solutions for tax compliance matters
• Adaptable to new technologies, quick learner

Skills

* Required skills