Accounting & Finance Intern (Summer 2026 - 2… at Ciena · Baltimore

Summary: Ciena is a global leader in high-speed connectivity, committed to a people-first approach. The Accounting Intern will gain hands-on accounting experience and learn about various aspects of the accounting function at Ciena while working under the supervision of the Sr Director Accounting. Responsibilities: - Understand internal financial process - Gain knowledge of Oracle ERP and other accounting applications - Understand Ciena business operations, revenue recognition process, Inventory management, Warranty expense booking and other core accounting processes - Get deeper understanding of Internal and External reporting requirements including SEC filings, preparation of 10Q and 10k etc - Get a thorough understanding of Global payroll process, data gathering and Integration with HCM - Understand preparation of journal entries related to monthly General Ledger activity and adjusting journal entries - Analyze and research financial information pertaining to statements of operations, assets, liabilities, and capital - Gain understanding of the audit/review of our financial statements by our external/Internal auditors - Assist with performing research on technical accounting matters, as they may arise - All other duties as assigned Required Qualifications: - Understand internal financial process - Gain knowledge of Oracle ERP and other accounting applications - Understand Ciena business operations, revenue recognition process, Inventory management, Warranty expense booking and other core accounting processes - Get deeper understanding of Internal and External reporting requirements including SEC filings, preparation of 10Q and 10k etc - Get a thorough understanding of Global payroll process, data gathering and Integration with HCM - Understand preparation of journal entries related to monthly General Ledger activity and adjusting journal entries - Analyze and research financial information pertaining to statements of operations, assets, liabilities, and capital - Gain understanding of the audit/review of our financial statements by our external/Internal auditors - Assist with performing research on technical accounting matters, as they may arise - All other duties as assigned - Current undergraduate students at Senior level with studies in the areas of Accounting or Finance Preferred Qualifications: - Demonstrated leadership in work and/or academics - Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact comfortably at all levels of the organization including with senior level leaders - Excellent technical skills including a strong command of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) - Ability to work in fast-paced, deadline-oriented, dynamic and changing environment - Ability to pay close attention to detail - Proven ability to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously - Ability to influence and think creative and strategically - Ability to analyze and problem solving - Must be able to work flexible hours based on business needs Required Skills: Oracle ERP, Microsoft Office Suite, Financial reporting, Revenue recognition, Inventory management, Warranty expense booking, General Ledger, Journal entries, Audit process, Technical accounting research, Payroll process Internship Start Date: Start in 2026 Summer Benefits: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Company-paid holidays, Paid sick leave, Vacation pay as required by applicable laws