Finance Associate

Agilent Technologies, Inc.; India; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Agilent Technologies, Inc. in India is seeking a qualified accounting professional to manage general accounting activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close.

You will ensure compliance with US GAAP and company policies while supporting financial reporting. You will analyze balance sheet and P&L accounts, drive process improvements, and leverage automation tools such as Power BI, Power Automate, and Excel to enhance accuracy and efficiency across global finance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Accounting, or Finance.
• Progress toward professional certification (CA, CMA, CPA, ACCA) preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred) and strong Excel skills.
• Experience in General Accounting / R2R and month-end close.

Responsibilities

• Perform general accounting activities, including journal entries and reconciliations.
• Analyze balance sheet and P&L, investigate variances, resolve open items.
• Ensure timely month-end close deliverables with internal controls.
• Identify process improvements, automation, and efficiency initiatives.
• Leverage automation and digital tools to streamline accounting and reporting.

Skills

Accounting principles

US GAAP

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Automation tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Commerce

Professional accounting qualification in progress

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

Power Automate

Macros

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Perform general accounting activities, including preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately in accordance with company policies and accounting standards. Analyze balance sheet and P&L accounts, investigate variances, and coordinate with stakeholders to resolve open items. Ensure timely and accurate completion of month-end close deliverables while maintaining compliance with internal controls and reporting requirements. Apply accounting knowledge and judgment to support accounting and financial reporting activities. Identify process improvement opportunities and support initiatives focused on simplification, standardization, automation, and operational efficiency. Leverage automation and digital tools to streamline accounting processes, improve reporting, and enhance overall productivity.

Key skills required

Strong understanding of accounting principles, concepts, and financial reporting requirements. Knowledge of US GAAP and ability to interpret and apply accounting guidance in day-to-day operations. Ability to analyze accounting transactions, identify issues, and determine appropriate accounting treatment. Experience in General Accounting / Record-to-Report (R2R) processes with a solid understanding of month-end close activities. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills. Exposure to process simplification, automation, and digital tools (e.g., Power Query, Power BI, Macros, Power Automate, AI-enabled solutions, or similar technologies), along with the ability to identify process improvement opportunities and drive efficiency initiatives, would be an added advantage Typically requires 4-6 years of relevant accounting experience. Ability to work effectively in a global environment and collaborate with cross-functional teams across different geographies. Self-motivated, adaptable, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Professional accounting qualification or progress toward certification (CA, CMA, CPA, ACCA, or equivalent) is preferred. Experience working with ERP systems (SAP preferred) and strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Exposure to process simplification, automation, and digital tools (e.g., Power Query, Power BI, Macros, Power Automate, AI-enabled solutions, or similar technologies)) preferred.

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: https://careers.agilent.com/locations

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

Job Function

Finance

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