Senior AP Analyst

Job Requisition ID # 26WD100799   Position Overview Are you passionate about simplicity and automation? Do you dream of ways to make the user experience easier? Are you a technology enthusiast who can imagine and develop new ways to present data that meet your customers’ needs? Are you a change agent who challenges the status quo and makes things better? Do you enjoy collaborating with people across various disciplines to make their work easier and leading a team that does the same? We are all about accelerating careers, delighting our customers, and delivering results.  If you are too, then we have the right role for you! Autodesk is seeking a forward-thinking Senior Accounts Payable Analyst with a strong foundation in AP operations and a proven track record in automation and AI-driven process transformation. This role is based in Bangalore and reports to the Manager of Global Accounts Payable. It goes beyond transactional processing: you will be expected to identify scalable automation solutions and leverage technologies such as RPA, AI/ML, and intelligent document processing to improve efficiency, accuracy, and control across the AP function.

Ensure timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices per SLA Analyze, research, and resolve invoice discrepancies with appropriate internal and external resources Respond to AP-related queries from vendors and internal customers Process payments according to the scheduled payment timeline Perform month-end closing tasks, including reconciling accounts payable-related general ledger accounts, analyzing aging items, clearing suspense accounts, and posting journal entries Work with relevant stakeholders, including Procurement and Finance, to clear accounts payable balances Ensure accounts payable-related balances are reconciled and provide valid explanations for aged items Identify opportunities to automate manual AP processes and reduce touchpoints Lead end-to-end automation projects, from business case development through deployment and post-implementation optimization Liaise with the extended Finance team to fulfil the local tax/statutory audit requirements in a timely and accurate manner Prepare reporting schedules and resolve audit issues identified by auditors Ensure adherence to Autodesk policies, procedures, and SOX controls Provide coaching and training to team members on AP processes and automation tools Promote a digital and automation-first mindset within the AP team Analyze actual spending against historical and forecasted amounts, and explain variances to Corporate Accounting to support the quarter-end close process Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in accounting More than 10 years of end-to-end Accounts Payable experience, preferably in a large multinational organization Demonstrated experience in leading or implementing AP automation / digital transformation projects Hands-on exposure to RPA tools, AI/OCR solutions, or workflow automation platforms Strong experience with SAP S/4HANA and OpenText Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment Willingness to support extended hours during month-end close Must be fluent in spoken and written English Handle complex issues with minimal supervision #LI-MR2 Learn More About Autodesk 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