Accountant - Maryland Office Based
About The Position
As the global leader in high-speed connectivity, Ciena is committed to a people-first approach. Our teams enjoy a culture focused on prioritizing a flexible work environment that empowers individual growth, well-being, and belonging. We’re a technology company that leads with our humanity—driving our business priorities alongside meaningful social, community, and societal impact. . Accountant - Global This hire will be required to be in the Maryland office. Ciena is seeking an Accountant who will be primarily responsible for the accurate accounting for and reporting of Ciena’s third party Royalties. He/she will be responsible for the maintenance and tracking of royalties due, as well as the preparation of quarterly reports for third party software. This individual will record accruals and other journal entries, prepare account reconciliations, analyze fluctuations and trends. In addition, this individual will assist with timecard tracking and accrual for the services team.
Requirements
- BS Degree – Accounting
- Minimum two to four years of experience in Accounting/Finance
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and changing environment
- Proficiency in Excel
- Attention to Detail
- Dependable & team player
- Experience with Automated Accounting Software (Oracle desired)
Responsibilities
- Track and calculate royalties due to vendors
- Work with Product Line Management team and Indirect Procurement Lead to review new royalty agreements to ensure appropriate tracking and reporting occurs
- Provide quarterly reports to third party software vendors and initiate payments as required
- Prepare necessary month-end, quarter-end and year-end accounting journal entries and account reconciliations
- Work with Product Line Management & Indirect Procurement teams to ensure that all the necessary part number codes are being maintained in the royalty tracking spreadsheets
- Evaluate, identify and recommend process improvements where needed
- Work independently and be able to communicate with all levels of organization
- Timecard accruals for Services team
- Other tasks as assigned
Benefits
- medical
- dental
- vision plans
- participation in 401(K) (USA) & DCPP (Canada) with company matching
- Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- company-paid holidays
- paid sick leave
- vacation time
- Paid Family Leave
- other leaves of absence
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
