Future Finance Leader: Rotational Development Program

Ciena Corporation; Maryland; Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Ciena Corporation invites high-potential graduates to join its Finance Leadership Development Program in Maple Lawn, MD. The three-year program offers rotational experiences across Accounting, FP&A, Tax, Treasury, and more, with mentorship from finance leaders and a focus on strategic decision-making.

You will gain hands-on exposure to financial operations, systems, and controls while building cross-functional partnerships and advancing professional growth within a supportive, inclusive

Qualifications

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Demonstrated leadership potential through projects, case studies, or student activities.

Responsibilities

• Complete a minimum of three rotational assignments across multiple finance disciplines.
• Support financial analysis, forecasting, reporting, and business decision support activities.
• Develop an understanding of Ciena's financial systems, processes, and internal controls.
• Participate in cross-functional projects that drive business and operational improvements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Data analysis

Leadership potential

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Economics/Business Administration

Job description

Ciena Corporation invites high-potential graduates to join its Finance Leadership Development Program in Maple Lawn, MD. The three-year program offers rotational experiences across Accounting, FP&A, Tax, Treasury, and more, with mentorship from finance leaders and a focus on strategic decision-making.

You will gain hands-on exposure to financial operations, systems, and controls while building cross-functional partnerships and advancing professional growth within a supportive, inclusive