Finance Associate

Job Description We are looking for a motivated and detail‑oriented finance professional to join General Accounting & Reporting team, with a primary focus on Fixed asset & lease accounting processes at both GAAP (i.e. USGAAP & local GAAP). The role offers strong exposure to end‑to‑end fixed asset & lease accounting, internal controls, compliance, and cross‑functional collaboration, particularly with business finance & controllership. Key Responsibilities Support and execute monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. Perform fixed assets and lease accounting activities, creation of accounting schedules, asset capitalization, retirements, performing journal entries, reconciliations & reporting, analysis, and variance explanations. Ensure accounting and reporting comply with company accounting policies, Accounting & Finance Manual, and SOX controls. Conduct detailed financial reviews and analyses to ensure integrity, accuracy, and completeness of financial data. Assist in internal and external audits by preparing documentation, explanations, and supporting schedules. Identify control gaps and support remediation efforts in line with internal control requirements. Actively participate in process improvement initiatives. Support initiatives to standardize, automate, and simplify accounting processes and systems. Work closely with Business Finance, controllership organization, and other global stakeholders to resolve issues and ensure smooth accounting operations. Coordinate with stakeholders across functions and geographies, demonstrating good collaboration skills. Maintain effective working relationships through regular interaction, responsiveness, and a customer‑centric mindset. Qualifications Qualifications Bachelor/master’s degree in accounting / finance or Semi‑Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA/CWA). 3–5 years of relevant experience in accounting, reporting, or fixed asset & lease accounting roles. Strong understanding of accounting principles and concepts. Good knowledge of Excel and other MS office applications. Good communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with stakeholders. Knowledge of SAP or S4 HANA would be an added advantage. Additional Details This job has a full time weekly schedule. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. During the hiring process, a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location. Pay and benefit information by country are available at: Agilent Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws. Travel Required: No Shift: Day Duration: No End Date Job Function: Finance