Sr Payroll Accounting Analyst

Role overview

Sr Payroll Accounting Analyst at Autodesk

The Accounting Operations team is seeking a Senior Payroll Accounting Analyst to join our team.

The ideal candidate understands payroll operations and has corporate and/or public accounting experience, excellent communication skills and the ability to produce high quality work in a high-energy team environment.

The position will report to the Payroll Accounting Senior Manager.

Responsibilities

• Play an integral part in the worldwide close process to support the consolidated financial statements
• Responsible for accurate and timely posting of global payroll accounting entries including stock related journals and hypo tax accounting
• Responsible for quarterly accruals - salary, vacation, social benefits, pensions, and other payroll costs
• Perform Balance Sheet accounts reconciliations
• Prepare flux analyses, reconciliations, and schedules for management and external auditors as appropriate
• Liaise with internal and external auditors on SOX audit, statutory audit, and US GAAP audits
• Work closely with business partners and accounting teams worldwide to understand changes in the business and statutory requirements which impact the financial statements
• Analyze technical accounting issues and provide guidance to the Finance community, as required
• Identify opportunities for process improvements to optimize the financial close process.
• These projects include automation, information systems improvements as well as creating efficiencies with manual processes
• Additional ad hoc and special projects as required
• Analytical advisor role that requires understanding of the theories and concepts of a discipline and the ability to apply best practices.
• A common career stabilization point (AKA the “full-contributor” level) for Professional roles.
• Require knowledge and experience such that the incumbent can understand the full range of relevant principles, practices, and practical applications within their discipline.
• Solve complex problems of diverse scope by taking a new perspective on existing solutions and applying knowledge of best practices in practical situations.
• Use data analysis, judgment, and interpretation to select the right course of action.
• Apply creativity in recommending variations in approach.
• Connect the dots” of assignments to the bigger picture.
• May lead projects or key elements within a broader project.
• May also have accountability for leading and improving on-going processes.
• Build effective relationships with more senior practitioners and peers, and build a network of external peers.
• Work independently, with close guidance given at critical points.
• May begin to act as a mentor or resource for colleagues with less experience.

Required qualifications

• 5+ years of related experience (minimum 2 years of public accounting experience a plus)
• Experience with Blackline a plus
• Able to demonstrate a solid understanding of relevant accounting principles under US GAAP
• Excellent planning, analytical, interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to explain complex accounting concepts to a non-technical audience
• Detail oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, organized and thorough with desire for continuous improvement and growth
• Strong excel skills and ability to analyze data
• Ability to work well in a team and as an individual contributor
• Ability to prioritize workload, perform in a fast-paced global environment and work overtime during peak times such as quarter-end
• BA in Accounting or Finance with proven academic excellence
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Preferred qualifications and skills

• Working knowledge of SAP is preferred
• Experience in multi-national public companies is preferred (experience in software industry a plus)
• CPA or requirements met for certification is preferred

Employment details

• Salary transparency
• Salary is one part of Autodesk’s competitive compensation package.
• Offers are based on the candidate’s experience and geographic location.
• In addition to base salaries, our compensation package may include annual cash bonuses, commissions for sales roles, stock grants, and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Belonging We take pride in cultivating a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive.
• Learn more here: https://www.autodesk.com/company/global-belonging
• In-Person Onboarding and Identity Verification
• This role may require in-person onboarding and/or in-person ID verification.
• Location: Bengaluru [IND] [India]

About the employer

• Welcome to Autodesk!
• Amazing things are created every day with our software – from the greenest buildings and cleanest cars to the smartest factories and biggest hit movies.
• We help innovators turn their ideas into reality, transforming not only how things are made, but what can be made.
• We take great pride in our culture here at Autodesk – it’s at the core of everything we do.
• Our culture guides the way we work and treat each other, informs how we connect with customers and partners, and defines how we show up in the world.
• When you’re an Autodesker, you can do meaningful work that helps build a better world designed and made for all.
• Ready to shape the world and your future?
• Join us!

Additional role details

• Job Requisition ID #
• 26WD101249