Sr Payroll Accounting Analyst

autodesk; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Autodesk Bengaluru, India invites a Senior Payroll Accounting Analyst to join our Accounting Operations team. You will support the worldwide close, post payroll entries, manage accruals, and coordinate with auditors across regions.

The role requires strong US GAAP knowledge, SAP exposure, good communication, and a proactive, process-improvement mindset. You will work with global partners to optimize the financial close and ensure accuracy in payroll accounting.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of related experience in payroll accounting or public accounting.
• Experience with US GAAP accounting principles.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and close processes.

Responsibilities

• Support the worldwide close process for consolidated financial statements.
• Post global payroll accounting entries, including stock-related journals and hypo tax accounting.
• Manage quarterly accruals for salary, benefits, pensions, etc.
• Perform Balance Sheet reconciliations and flux analyses.
• Coordinate with internal/external auditors on SOX and US GAAP audits.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

BA in Accounting or Finance

CPA or certification preferred

Tools

SAP

Blackline

Job description

Position Overview

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.

Minimum Qualifications

• 5+ years of related experience (minimum 2 years of public accounting experience a plus)
• Working knowledge of SAP is preferred
• Experience with Blackline a plus
• Experience in multi-national public companies is preferred (experience in software industry 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
• CPA or requirements met for certification is preferred

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