Payroll Accounting Analyst (Bangkok-based, Relocation Provided)
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About the Position
Payroll Accounting Analyst (Bangkok-based, Relocation Provided)
Bangkok
At Agoda, we bridge the world through travel. Our story began in 2005, when two lifelong friends and entrepreneurs, driven by their passion for travel, launched Agoda to make it easier for everyone to explore the world.
Today, we are part of Booking Holdings [NASDAQ: BKNG], with a diverse team of over 7,000 people from 90 countries, working together in offices around the globe. Every day, we connect people to destinations and experiences, with our great deals across our millions of hotels and holiday properties, flights, and experiences worldwide.
No two days are the same at Agoda. Data and technology are at the heart of our culture, fueling our curiosity and innovation. If you’re ready to begin your best journey and help build travel for the world, join us.
Responsibilities
As a key member of our Global Payroll team based in Bangkok, you will play an important role in supporting Agoda’s continued expansion across multiple entities and strengthening our global payroll accounting operations.
- Manage end-to-end payroll accounting activities for assigned international entities.
- Process payroll funding, payroll accounting entries, GL reconciliations, vendor invoices, and statutory payments accurately and on time.
- Support monthly payroll close activities and ensure compliance with internal controls and local regulatory requirements.
- Coordinate with payroll vendors and internal stakeholders to support payroll operations and issue resolution.
- Monitor payroll accounting processes and identify exceptions, discrepancies, or control gaps for investigation and escalation.
- Perform root-cause analysis on payroll and payroll accounting issues and recommend workable solutions to improve processes and controls.
- Manage payroll-related inquiries from internal and external stakeholders and provide timely support and guidance.
- Prepare payroll-related reports, reconciliations, and supporting documentation for management review.
- Support payroll system implementations, process changes, vendor transitions, and operational projects as required.
- Maintain accurate process documentation, SOPs, and audit evidence to support governance and compliance requirements.
- Assist with internal and external audits by providing payroll accounting records, reports, and supporting documentation.
- Contribute to process improvement initiatives and identify opportunities to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and controls.
- Build effective working relationships with Payroll Operations, People, Finance, Treasury, AP, Banking, and external payroll vendors.
Requirements
- Holds a Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, human resources, or another relevant field, or equivalent relevant professional experience.
- At least 2 years of People Operations / Payroll accounting or end-to-end Payroll experience in an international fast-paced organization.
- Basic understanding of payroll accounting processes, including payroll funding, reconciliations, invoice processing, and statutory payments.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams and external vendors. Fluency in English is a must.
- Good analytical, articulation, and problem-solving skills, with strong attention to detail.
- Proven track record in process improvement and/or automation implementations.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications and confidence working with structured datasets.
- Experience in Workday is preferred but not a must.
- A team player who can operate effectively in a fast-paced and multicultural environment.
- Resilience to work under tight deadlines and pressure.
- High level of discretion, confidentiality, and ethics.
We Offer
- Competitive salary
- Relocation provided if you're not based in Thailand already
- Opportunity to develop expertise in Payroll Accounting
- Exposure to multiple countries and payroll environments
- Participation in process improvement and transformation initiatives
- Comprehensive benefits package
About the Company
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. Employment at Agoda is based solely on a person’s merit and qualifications. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity regardless of sex, age, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, citizenship, veteran or military status, and other legally protected characteristics.
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