Ciena

Associate Accountant, Accounts Receivable

Gurugram Full time

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.

Join a dynamic team where your expertise in accounts receivable and billing will make an impact. As an Accounts Receivable Billing Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring accurate invoicing, reconciliation, and customer support, while collaborating across departments to maintain seamless operations.
 

How You Will Contribute:

  • Process daily invoicing based on customer purchase orders, shipping reports, accounts receivable reports, and contracts.

  • Investigate and resolve account discrepancies by coordinating with sales, customer service, and external departments.

  • Ensure compliance with local or government statutory requirements by liaising with customers, sales teams, and local accounting firms.

  • Maintain timely billing and invoicing to meet deadlines.

  • Resolve escalated accounts receivable issues with urgency and accuracy.

  • Document and distribute updated accounts receivable processes across the team.

  • Prepare and manage AR Aging Reports, resolve outstanding issues, and coordinate with collections teams.

  • Perform month-end activities, customer account reconciliations, and ensure SOX compliance.
     

The Must Haves:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (BCOM, BCOM H) from a reputed institution.

  • 3-5 years of industry experience in accounts receivable billing, analysis, reporting, and issue resolution.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Oracle R12 accounting systems.

  • Proven ability to work in a fast-paced, complex environment with strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

  • Exceptional multitasking capabilities and adaptability to change.

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.

  • Team-oriented mindset with a proactive approach to supervision and collaboration.
     

Nice to Haves:

  • Experience in creating and managing trackers or reports related to accounts receivable processes.

  • Familiarity with internal and statutory audit requirements within accounts receivable.

  • Knowledge of customer payment plans, credit line coordination and e-Invoicing.

  • Previous exposure to managing confidential information in compliance with organizational policies.

  • Ability to drive process improvements and efficiency in billing operations.

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