Global Tax Accountant

Ciena

Global Tax Accountant supporting U.S. and international tax compliance and reporting.

Posted 5/2/2026full-timeRemote • Maryland • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $63,900 - $102,100 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support global income tax provision processes through the preparation of tax workpapers and supporting schedules
Contribute to domestic and international income tax compliance, including coordination of filings and payments
Monitor, reconcile, and maintain tax-related general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness
Perform tax research on evolving U.S. and international tax legislation and assess impacts to the business
Partner with international accounting teams and external tax advisors to support local tax provisions and compliance
Assist with income tax audits by gathering documentation and supporting timely responses to audit inquiries
Contribute to direct tax initiatives, process improvements, and the effective use of tax technology solutions

Requirements

What you’ll need

4+ years of progressive experience in public accounting and/or a corporate tax role within a multinational public company
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
Working knowledge of U.S. federal, state, and international income tax regulations
Experience preparing tax workpapers, provisions, and compliance documentation
Strong analytical, organizational, and attention‑to‑detail skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across global teams

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical, dental, and 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

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Hard Skills & Tools

tax workpaperstax compliancetax researchincome tax provisionsgeneral ledger reconciliationtax auditstax technology solutionsU.S. federal tax regulationsstate tax regulationsinternational tax regulations

Soft Skills

analytical skillsorganizational skillsattention to detailtime managementcommunication skillscollaborationability to manage prioritiesability to meet deadlines

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in AccountingBachelor’s degree in Finance