Job Description

Asset Accounting Associate

TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for complete, timely and qualitative execution of Asset Management activities Crop Science (according to the defined activity split).
• Contribute to the reliability of the financial statements in his/her scope of responsibility in accordance with BKA and BMA, considering the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and according to the country specific legislation and country specific tax compliant accounting treatment.
• Collaborate with project managers and engineers throughout the capital investment process to drive timely project closures and ensure a properly stated Asset Under Construction balance for capital projects of $1 million or less.
• Collaborate with project managers to ensure complete and accurate asset master data is received to capitalize assets for capital projects of $1 million or less.
• Provide technical guidance on capital vs. expense and other Bayer accounting policies.
• Manage asset master data and asset lifecycle changes, such as retirements, transfers, etc. for all tangible assets.
• Complete reconciliations and roll-forward to support the month-end close process and ensure accurate financial reporting of Bayer’s tangible and intangible fixed assets, including leases.
• Collaborate with the Global Office and GPO to identify and resolve issues (for example – SAP posting, system and enablers) timely.
• Create and review evidence to comply with internal controls.
• Plan, coordinate and execute the annual fixed asset physical inventory.
• Support the overall AM closing process together with the SSO Organization.

WHO YOU ARE

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred. Candidates who have completed at least 80% of a relevant bachelor’s program will also be considered OR a technical degree in a related field is mandatory.
• At least 1 year of experience in Accounting or Controlling roles.
• English proficiency written and spoken is mandatory.
• Solid Accounting & SAP knowledge is required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Team-Player.
• Analytical, proactive, with initiative and persistence for follow-up.
• Excellent decision-making and organizational skills.
• Able to cope with high pressure & tight deadlines.
• High customer orientation.
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment.
• Contribute with innovative ideas and proactivity to improve processes.

At Bayer we believe in diversity, equity and inclusion. We aim to create an environment in which everybody can feel authentic, respected and equally valued. Every day we strive to reflect our values through our unique capabilities, self-experiences, and aspirations. We intentionally seek diversity, to enable our people to bring their fullest potential out and encourage others to likewise do so. Our company wins when we leverage our capabilities to lead the cultural transformation in our business, positively impacting society.

Candidates who meet the requirements based on the job profile will be considered for employment regardless of physical disability, race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and will not be at a disadvantage if unemployed.

Application Period: 09/07/2026 - 09/21/2026 Reference Code: 884172 Division: Enabling Functions Location: Costa Rica : Heredia : Heredia Functional Area: Accounting Work Time: Full Time Employment Type: Regular Contact Us Address Heredia, Costa Rica