Manager, Treasury Operations

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. We are seeking an experienced Treasury Operations Manager to lead our Treasury Operations team in Gurgaon, India. The Manager will supervise a team responsible for day-to-day treasury operations across EMEA and APAC, while also supporting Americas as needed. Reporting to the Senior Treasury Manager, Global Treasury Operations based in the U.S.A., this role is a hands-on leadership position responsible for delivering efficient and well-controlled treasury operations across multiple countries. How You Will Contribute: Team Leadership & Global Operations Lead, coach, and develop the Gurgaon Treasury Operations team; build cross-training and backup coverage to create a scalable and resilient global operating model. Establish and maintain standardized operating procedures, controls, and escalation protocols; serve as the primary Gurgaon liaison for the U.S.-based Global Treasury team. Payments & Treasury Transactions Oversee all payment types — electronic batch, manual, and critical payments (payroll, taxes, import duties) — and manage cross-border payments, including required documentation for foreign-exchange control approvals. Oversee regular intercompany settlements (netting and cash-pool) and promptly resolve rejected, returned, or delayed payment issues. Liquidity Management & Cash Planning Oversee daily cash positioning to ensure country-level liquidity while minimizing idle cash; manage short-term cash forecasting and investment of excess funds. Support intercompany loans, capital contributions, cash repatriation, local bank financing, trade-finance activities, and onshore FX transactions. Banking Operations & Treasury Management System Manage the full bank-account lifecycle (openings, closures, maintenance, KYC, and access administration); support local and global banking relationships. Ensure effective use of the Treasury Management System (cash reporting, payments, netting, in-house banking); support bank connectivity initiatives including host-to-host, API, and emerging payment technologies. Controls & Operational Excellence Ensure compliance with global Treasury policies; support internal and external audit requirements. Drive standardization, automation, and continuous improvement across international treasury operations; identify opportunities to enhance cash visibility, optimize bank accounts, and reduce banking costs. The Must Haves: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related discipline. 5+ years of progressive experience in Treasury, Banking or a related field, with significant treasury operations experience. Demonstrated experience leading or supervising a treasury or finance operations team. Strong practical knowledge of cash management, international payments, bank-account administration, cash forecasting and treasury controls. Experience working in a multinational, multi-currency and multi-country environment. Experience with Treasury Management Systems and electronic banking platforms; Kyriba experience is preferred. Knowledge of cash pooling, intercompany netting, intercompany funding, FX transactions and cross-border payments is desirable. Experience with bank connectivity solutions such as host-to-host and APIs is a plus. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail and a high degree of control awareness. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. Ability to manage multiple priorities, work effectively across geographic and functional boundaries, and respond calmly to time-sensitive treasury issues. Willingness to work across different time zones; commitment to working availability during morning hours of U.S. Eastern time. Professional qualifications such as CTP, CA, CPA, MBA are a plus. Assets: The successful candidate will be a hands-on treasury leader who combines strong technical knowledge with effective people management. The individual should demonstrate ownership, sound judgment and a strong control mindset while being comfortable working across countries, functions and time zones. At Ciena, we are committed to building and fostering an environment in which our employees feel respected, valued, and heard. Ciena values the diversity of its workforce and respects its employees as individuals. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination. Ciena is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity, please advise Ciena of any accommodation measures you may require.