Ciena

Senior Associates, Payroll

Ciena  •  Republic of India (Onsite)  •  4 days ago
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Job Description

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.

This role is responsible for delivering accurate and compliant payroll operations across APAC while ensuring alignment with accounting and regulatory requirements. It contributes to financial integrity through precise payroll processing, statutory compliance, and reconciliation activities. The position plays a key role in supporting audits, controls, and cross-functional financial processes.
How you will make an impact:
  • Execute end-to-end payroll processing for APAC regions across monthly and bi-weekly cycles.
  • Validate payroll inputs including hires, exits, variable pay, benefits, and equity components (RSU/ESPP).
  • Review payroll outputs and variance reports to ensure data accuracy and completeness.
  • Coordinate with ADP and local payroll vendors to deliver accurate and timely payroll processing.
  • Ensure compliance with local tax laws, social security regulations, and statutory requirements.
  • Oversee statutory filings and payments within defined timelines.
  • Prepare and post payroll-related journal entries and perform reconciliations to support month-end close and general ledger reporting.
The must haves:
  • Education: CA Intermediate (CA Inter) OR MCom OR MBA in Finance
  • Experience: 2–5 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably within a multinational environment
  • Utilization of ERP systems, payroll software, and advanced Microsoft Excel
  • Application of multi-country payroll processes, payroll accounting, reconciliations, and general ledger processes
Nice to haves:
  • Exposure to SOX controls and audit processes
  • Experience with global payroll systems
  • Experience in payroll tax filings.

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At Ciena, we are committed to building and fostering an environment in which our employees feel respected, valued, and heard. Ciena values the diversity of its workforce and respects its employees as individuals. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination.

Ciena is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

If contacted in relation to a job opportunity, please advise Ciena of any accommodation measures you may require.

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About Ciena

Ciena (NYSE:CIEN) is the global leader in high-speed connectivity. We build adaptive networks to support exponential growth in bandwidth demand—empowering our customers, partners, and communities to thrive in the AI era. With unparalleled expertise and innovation, our networking systems, interconnects, automation software, and services revolutionize data transmission and network management.

Industry
Telecommunications
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Hanover, Maryland
Year Founded
1992
Website
ciena.com
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