(Immediate Start) Director

Job Description 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 Agoda has taken many great strides in recent years, expanding our reach around the globe as well as our list of travel products. A critical driver to this success has been the team of Agoda Finance. We keep a steady hand on maintaining day-to-day financial operations while also keeping an eye out for future opportunities. Not only do we have the unique role of balancing risk management with continued innovation and growth, we also serve as a means of empowerment for both our team members and those within the company. Having experimentation and data analysis deeply ingrained in our culture, we provide the strategic insights Agoda's business leaders need to push into new territories in sustainable and scalable ways. We also prioritize career development in Agoda Finance. Every function within the team has a well-defined career track with clear goals and development targets each step of the way. The Opportunity: As the Director in this team, you will play a pivotal leadership role in shaping Agoda's finance technology landscape. You will own the vision, strategy, and execution for our ERP function (with a focus on Oracle Cloud Fusion but knowledge of broader ERP solutions helpful), while also leading the Finance Data & Analytics and Finance RPA teams. You will be responsible for driving the future of finance systems architecture, championing the adoption of next-generation technologiesincluding GenAIand ensuring our finance platforms are robust, scalable, and future-ready. You will partner closely with IT, Product, Legal, Partner Services, Customer Experience, Marketing, and other business units to deliver transformative solutions that enable business growth and operational excellence. Your ability to influence at the executive level, drive cross-functional alignment, and deliver strategic outcomes will be critical to your success. In this Role, you'll get to: - Provide ERP Strategy & Leadership: Set the vision and roadmap for Agoda's ERP landscape in close collaboration with key Product, Finance and IT stakeholders, with a primary focus on Oracle Cloud Fusion. Lead the day to day running, optimization and thought leadership of ERP and related finance systems. - Finance Systems Architecture: Architect and oversee the design of integrated finance systems working closely with Product and IT stakeholders, ensuring seamless connectivity between ERP, in-house, and hybrid solutions to support business scalability and compliance. - Data & Analytics Leadership: Lead the Finance Data & Analytics team to deliver actionable insights, advanced analytics, and data-driven decision-making capabilities for the finance organization. - RPA & Automation Oversight: Direct the Finance RPA team to identify, design, and implement automation opportunities that drive efficiency, accuracy, and cost savings across finance processes. - GenAI Thought Leadership: Champion the adoption of generative AI and advanced technologies in finance, providing thought leadership and practical guidance on leveraging AI for process transformation and innovation. - Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership and cross-functional partners, articulating the value and impact of finance technology initiatives. - Vendor & Partner Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with technology vendors and implementation partners, ensuring delivery excellence and value realization. - Change Management: Lead organizational change efforts related to finance technology, ensuring successful adoption and continuous improvement. - Governance & Compliance: Ensure all finance systems and processes adhere to regulatory, security, and internal control requirements. What You'll Need to Succeed: - Proven Leadership: 12+ years of progressive experience in finance systems, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership role overseeing ERP (preferably Oracle Cloud Fusion), data/analytics, and automation teams in a technology-driven environment. - ERP Expertise: Deep expertise in ERP system architecture, implementation, and optimization, with a strong track record of leading large-scale transformation projects. - Strategic Vision: Demonstrated ability to set and execute a strategic vision for finance technology, balancing innovation with operational excellence. - Data & Automation Acumen: Hands-on experience leading finance data/analytics and RPA teams, with a passion for leveraging technology to drive business outcomes. - Stakeholder Influence: Exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization. - Project & Change Management: Expertise in leading complex, cross-functional projects using Agile, SDLC, or other methodologies, and driving successful change management initiatives. - Educational Background: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, or a related field. Professional accounting or project management qualifications are a plus. - Business Acumen: Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with a results-oriented mindset and a commitment to continuous improvement. - Global Mindset: Experience working in fast-paced, multicultural environments, demonstrating adaptability and resilience. It's Great if You Have: - Experience across ERPs, particularly Oracle Fusion - Experience across or knowledge of finance cross-functions (Tax, Treasury, FP&A, Finance Operations, etc.) - Experience with in-house finance systems and custom solution development - Hands-on experience with data analytics platforms and RPA tools - Exposure to the travel, e-commerce, or technology sectors #Taipei #Hongkong #Singapore #Kualalumpur #Shanghai #Beijing #Tokyo #Seoul #Hanoi #Bangkok #Phuket #Pakistan #Bangladesh #Manila #HoChiMinh #Nigeria #SriLanka #Jakarta #Prague #Berlin #Madrid #Sofia #Budapest #Rome #Columbia #Atlanta #GreaterSaoPaulo #India #Mumbai #Bangalore Discover More About Working At Agoda - Agoda Careers https://careersatagoda.com - Facebook https://www.facebook.com/agodacareers/ - LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/agoda - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/agodalife 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. We will keep your application on file so that we can consider you for future vacancies and you can always ask to have your details removed from the file. For more details please read our privacy policy. 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. 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