Senior/Staff IT SOX (IT GRC) - (Bangkok based, relocation provided)

About Agoda 

Agoda is an online travel booking platform for accommodations, flights, and more. We build and deploy cutting-edge technology that connects travelers with a global network of 4.7M hotels and holiday properties worldwide, plus flights, activities, and more. Based in Asia and part of Booking Holdings, our 7,100+ employees representing 95+ nationalities in 27 markets foster a work environment rich in diversity, creativity, and collaboration. We innovate through a culture of experimentation and ownership, enhancing the ability for our customers to experience the world.

Our Purpose - Bridging the World Through Travel 

We believe travel allows people to enjoy, learn and experience more of the amazing world we live in. It brings individuals and cultures closer together, fostering empathy, understanding and happiness.
We are a skillful, driven and diverse team from across the globe, united by a passion to make an impact. Harnessing our innovative technologies and strong partnerships, we aim to make travel easy and rewarding for everyone.

Get to Know our Team:  

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Staff IT SOX to oversee and drive our IT compliance initiatives as they relate to Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) regulations. In this pivotal role, you will partner across multiple teams to ensure the design, implementation, and ongoing effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR) in IT systems and processes. You will be a subject matter expert guiding the organization on SOX compliance and lead strategic projects to mitigate technology-related risks. 

In this Role, you’ll get to:  

• SOX Program Leadership: Manage the IT SOX compliance program, including risk assessments, control mapping, and annual scoping.

• Control Design & Evaluation: Review, design, and enhance IT general controls (ITGCs), application controls, and automated business process controls.

• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with IT, Finance, Internal Audit, and external auditors to coordinate SOX testing and remediation efforts.

• Testing & Documentation: Oversee or perform walkthroughs, test the operating effectiveness of controls, and ensure accurate, comprehensive documentation. 

• Remediation & Continuous Improvement: Track issues, lead root cause analysis, and follow up on remediation and preventive actions for SOX deficiencies.

• Awareness & Training: Educate and train IT and business teams on SOX requirements and best practices in IT controls and compliance.

• Process Optimization: Identify and implement process enhancements to strengthen the SOX compliance framework. 

• Reporting: Prepare regular reporting and dashboards for management on SOX compliance status, issues, and remediation progress. 

What you'll Need to Succeed:  

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Accounting, or a related field.

• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in IT compliance, IT audit, or related roles, with significant SOX experience.

• Deep understanding of SOX Section 404 and ITGCs (e.g., access controls, change management, operations). 

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  Experience leading audits or SOX compliance programs in a large, complex environment. 

• Excellent organizational, project management, and communication skills. 

• Professional certifications (CISA, CISSP, CIA, CPA, or similar)
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle), cloud platforms, or complex IT environments.

Join us and live where other people go for vacation. Here are some of the benefits offered by Agoda.

• Hybrid Working model
• WFH setup allowance
• 30-day remote working from anywhere globally, every year.
• Employee discount for accommodation globally
• Global team of 85+ nationalities
• 40+ offices in 25+ countries
• Annual CSR/Volunteer time off
• Benevity subscription for employee donations
• Volunteering opportunities globally
• Free headspace, Odilo & Udemy subscription
• Access to employee assistance program (third party for personal and workplace support)
• Enhanced Parental leave
• Life, TPD & Accident Insurance

Our amazing People Team will take care of the visa process and flights + a shipment and the first 30 days of accommodation in Bangkok.

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Equal Opportunity Employer 

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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Disclaimer

We do not accept any terms or conditions, nor do we recognize any agency’s representation of a candidate, from unsolicited third-party or agency submissions. If we receive unsolicited or speculative CVs, we reserve the right to contact and hire the candidate directly without any obligation to pay a recruitment fee.