Tax Support Services Associate - Remote, United States - Ciena

Description

Ciena is committed to our people-first philosophy. Our teams enjoy a culture focused on prioritizing a personalized and flexible work environment that empowers an individual's passions, growth, wellbeing and belonging. We're a technology company that leads with our humanity—driving our business priorities alongside meaningful social, community, and societal impact.

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Why Ciena:

• We are big proponents of life-work integration and provide the flexibility and tools to make it a reality with remote work and potentially, part-time work.
• We believe an inclusive, diverse and barrier-free work environment makes for empowered and committed employees.
• We recognize the importance of well-being and offer programs and benefits to support and sustain the mental and physical health of our employees and their families and also offer a variety of paid family leave programs.
• We are committed to employee development, offering tuition reimbursement and a variety of in-house learning and mentorship opportunities.
• We know that financial security is important. We offer competitive salaries and incentive programs, RSU's (job level specific) and an employee share option purchase program.
• We realize time away to recharge is non-negotiable. We offer unlimited paid time off
• Great work deserves recognition. We have a robust recognition program, with ongoing and enhanced awards for exemplary performance.

How You Will Contribute:

As a Tax Support Services Associate you will support the direct tax team responsibilities to comply with federal, state, and international tax payment and filing requirements, and for the financial reporting of the company's tax expense. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Administer the distribution of incoming department mail efficiently and accurately.
• Assemble and coordinate the mailing of tax returns, forms, and deliverables, ensuring compliance with filing requirements.
• Collaborate with other departments to facilitate processing of purchase orders, invoices, and tax payments.
• Document and maintain records to demonstrate compliance with internal controls.
• Maintain tax calendar and reporting requirements using tax software tools
• Facilitate the acquisition of signatures and approvals as needed.
• Support the broader Direct Tax team with preparation of various schedules and spreadsheets.
• Perform and maintain reconciliations of tax accounts
• Prepare basic tax forms
• May also perform general administrative duties to support business as required.

What Does Ciena Expect of You?

• Initiative – You're a self-starter who works with limited direction and is committed to delivering against aggressive deadlines.
• Agility – you are readily able to manage competing and ever-changing priorities.
• Communication expertise – you have the ability to influence and tailor your message and ideas to the audience to ensure understanding and buy in.
• The flexibility to work independently and as part of a broader team – you thrive in a multi-disciplinary team environment, but are comfortable working independently as required.
• Attention to detail – you know the importance of data integrity and strive to ensure accuracy in all aspects of your work.
• A commitment to learning – you're always looking for new ways to improve/streamline processes and facilitate reporting.

The Must Haves:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• Minimum 1 year of working experience.
• Knowledge of basic tax principles and processes
• Proficiency in using office software and tools, including spreadsheets and document management systems.

Assets:

• Experience in a tax or financial services environment
• Passion for leveraging technology and exploring new technology solutions

Experience working in a virtual or hybrid environment

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