Accountant – Employee Expense Audit & Payments

Responsibilities

• Process employee expense reports in accordance with corporate policies and documentation standards
• Audit expense submissions for policy compliance, completeness, and appropriate exception handling
• Manage expense and payment queues to meet turnaround time and aging targets across global regions
• Execute scheduled and ad-hoc payment runs for vendors and employees with a focus on accuracy
• Validate payment proposals, including invoice selection, banking details, and supporting data
• Resolve payment exceptions, failures, and discrepancies through investigation and corrective actions
• Maintain documentation and evidence to support SOX controls, audits, and period-end activities

Requirements

• B.Com, B.Com (Hons), M.Com, or MBA from a reputed institution
• 6+ years of experience in Accounts Payable, Employee Expense (T&E), or invoice payment processing
• Experience with end-to-end T&E processes, including auditing and reimbursements
• Exposure to global or multi-region finance operations
• Knowledge of corporate policy requirements, compliance standards, and basic SOX controls
• Proficiency in Oracle or equivalent ERP financial systems
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills for reporting, tracking, and reconciliation
• Experience working in high-volume, SLA-driven processing environments

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• High attention to detail with a consistent focus on accuracy and compliance
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Clear written and verbal communication skills for stakeholder coordination
• Exposure to automation or continuous process improvement initiatives

About the Company

Ciena is a global leader in high-speed connectivity. We are a technology company that leads with humanity, prioritizing a people-first approach and a flexible work environment that empowers individual growth, well-being, and belonging.