Global Accounts Payable, Manager

Job Requisition ID #24WD75064Position OverviewAre you passionate about simplicity and automation? Do you dream of ways to make a user’s experience easier? Are you a technology enthusiast who can imagine and develop new ways to make your work more efficient and accurate?  Are you a change agent who challenges the status-quo and makes things better?We’re all about accelerating careers, delighting our customers, and delivering results.  If you are too, then we have the right role for you!Autodesk is looking for a manager to lead the Global Accounts Payable team in Bangalore.  In this role, you will be reporting directly to the Director of Global Accounts Payable who has the overall responsibilities of the Global Accounts Payable team.  We’re looking for someone well versed in AP processes and AP accounting across APAC, AMER and EMEA regions with an eye for details and a good understanding of VAT/GST & Withholding Tax knowledge.You are required to manage part of the team in terms of hiring, training and ensuring the timely and accurate processing of invoices and disbursements to vendors and the integrity of the financial accounting system. In addition, this role also requires you to lead process improvement through automation tools and optimizing the processes through S4 HANA, Ariba, OpenText and Vertex systems.  Other responsibilities include reviewing of manual journal entries, account reconciliations, disaster recovery planning and meeting month end closing deadlines.ResponsibilitiesCoach, manage and motivate the Accounts Payable team to ensure the highest quality of professionalism in the performance of workEnsure invoices and expense claims are processed accurately, vendor accounts are reconciled and the AP ledger aging is within payment termsEnsure controls are operating effectively and conform to all legal and regulatory accounting and Tax requirements, including compliance with corporate policies, local statutory requirements and Sarbanes OxleyRedesign and optimize Accounts Payable process, and drive a continuous improvement cultureResponsible for month and quarter end close and for the accuracy of Accounts payable postings to GLResponsible process/projects in the Accounts payable areaEstablish objective measurement criteria to effectively manage and report performance and communicate service level expectationsEstablish/ Maintain Service Level Agreements (SLAs) with all stakeholders and internal customersWork cross functionally with other functions (eg. IT, HR, Finance, Operations and Business Units) to proactively manage and resolve business and operational issues in an innovative, efficient and effective mannerBe the main point of contact for Internal and External audit queriesCapable to address complex issues with minimal direction/supervisionCapable to analyse actual spend versus historical/forecasted amount and provide variance explanations to corporate accounting during quarter end closingBe proactive in enhancement to the existing finance policies/processes and programsCommunicates new policies and processes to Autodesk community and monitors the implementation progressProvide coaching and training to fellow team members and/or business usersMinimum QualificationsWe think you’ll know it if you are right for this role, but our thoughts on the best background are as follows:Strong interpersonal and organizational skillsGood problem-solving, judgment and decision-making skillsAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers, and other stakeholdersAbility to multitask and work in a dynamic fast paced environment with tight deadlinesAbility to prioritize and work under pressureFlexible work schedule to accommodate peak timesStrong analytical, problem-solving skills with attention to detailStrong sense of ownership and lead assigned projects from beginning to close as well as work in a team settingStrong written and verbal communication skillsComfortable communicating and interacting with remote teams at all levels to gather information and resolve questionsHigh sense of self-motivation with a CAN-DO attitudeBachelor’s degree in finance or accountingA minimum of 3 years of successful leadership experience as a people manager including extensive exposure to accounts payable domain across all GEOs, ideally in a large and global companyAdvanced working knowledge with Word, Excel, Power Point; Experience with S4 Hana, Ariba, OpenText and Vertex is highly desiredPrior experience in automating AP processes and have knowledge of using automation tools such as Alteryx, PowerBI, Smartsheet is plus#LI-AV1Learn MoreAbout AutodeskWelcome 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 – our Culture Code is at the core of everything we do. Our values and ways of working help our people thrive and realize their potential, which leads to even better outcomes for our customers.When you’re an Autodesker, you can be your whole, authentic self and do meaningful work that helps build a better future for all. Ready to shape the world and your future? Join us!Salary transparencySalary 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, we also have a significant emphasis on discretionary annual cash bonuses, commissions for sales roles, stock or long-term incentive cash grants, and a comprehensive benefits package.Diversity & BelongingWe take pride in cultivating a culture of belonging and an equitable workplace where everyone can thrive. Learn more here: https://www.autodesk.com/company/diversity-and-belongingAre you an existing contractor or consultant with Autodesk? Please search for open jobs and apply internally (not on this external site).