Senior Accountant

F5 Networks, Inc.; United States; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

F5 Networks, Inc. is seeking an accounting professional to lead the close process, ensure US GAAP compliance, and strengthen internal controls in a hybrid Seattle-based role.

You will own intercompany processes, manage prepayments for multi-year contracts, and collaborate with Procurement, IT, FP&A and auditors to drive accurate financial reporting and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• CPA designation or equivalent professional certification is preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience in public companies or high-growth organizations.
• Experience in managing the accounting close, internal reporting, and SOX controls.
• Experience with Oracle, Coupa, Blackline, and AI-enabled financial tools preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full lifecycle of prepayments for multi-year contracts, including accruals, capitalization, amortization, reconciliations, journal entries, reporting, and compliance with U.S. GAAP and F5 policies.
• Own intercompany cross-charge schedules, review and organize transactions for invoicing, and collaborate with worldwide accounting teams to prepare reconciliations.
• Create and maintain accrued expense subledgers.
• Partner with Procurement, IT, FP&A, and other departments to evaluate expenditure requests and document conclusions.
• Serve as a key resource for international accounting teams and support auditors during audits.
• Develop, implement, and execute internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure accurate financial records.

Skills

US GAAP

Internal controls

SOX

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Ownership

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree

CPA preferred

Tools

Oracle

Coupa

Blackline

AI financial tools

Job description

Job Summary

At F5, we strive to bring a better digital world to life. Our teams empower organizations across the globe to create, secure, and run applications that enhance how we experience our evolving digital world. We are passionate about cybersecurity, from protecting consumers from fraud to enabling companies to focus on innovation. Everything we do centers around people. That means we obsess over how to make the lives of our customers, and their customers, better. And it means we prioritize a diverse F5 community where each individual can thrive. At F5, Inc., we’re not just a company – we’re a community of innovators shaping the future of application delivery and security. As a global leader in multi-cloud application services, we are driving the digital transformation for some of the world’s largest enterprises, governments, and service providers. At F5, you’ll join a team of talented, forward-thinking professionals dedicated to solving complex challenges and creating cutting‑edge solutions. Working at F5 means collaborating with passionate peers, fostering a culture of inclusivity, and having a real impact on the world’s digital landscape. We’re big on empowering our employees with the tools and opportunities they need to grow, thrive, and deliver their best work. With a commitment to innovation and continuous improvement, we’ve built an environment where your contributions are valued, your career growth is a priority, and your work‑life balance matters. If you’re ready to be part of a dynamic team that’s making a real difference, F5 is the place for you. Together, we’re building a better digital world. Founded in 1996, F5 is a global leader in application delivery and security. Our premier platform helps customers secure and deliver every app, API, and piece of infrastructure across all environments. Backed by over three decades of expertise and 553 patents, our solutions protect against threats while ensuring fast, reliable digital experiences. With over 6,400 employees, we serve more than 23,000 customers in over 170 countries.

Key Responsibilities

• Accounting & Compliance
• Accounting: Oversee the full lifecycle of prepayments for multi-year contracts, including accruals, capitalization, amortization, reconciliations, journal entries, reporting, and compliance with U.S. GAAP and F5 policies.
• Own intercompany cross‑charge schedules, review and organize transactions for invoicing, and collaborate with worldwide accounting teams to prepare reconciliations.
• Create and maintain accrued expense subledgers.
• Partner with Procurement, IT, PD, FP&A, and other departments to evaluate expenditure requests, determine proper accounting treatment, and document supporting conclusions.
• Serve as a key resource for international accounting teams, collaborating on recurring and ad‑hoc efforts and reporting needs.
• Own the accounting for your area, anchored in the monthly accounting close process, identify opportunities for standardization, efficiency, accuracy, and automation.
• Willingly explore new projects, problem‑solving, and cross‑departmental enhancements as needed.
• Compliance: Collaborate with internal and external auditors to ensure a smooth and efficient audit process.
• Develop, implement, and execute relevant internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure the accuracy of financial records.

Qualifications

• Experience and Education
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• CPA designation or equivalent professional certification is preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience in public companies or high‑growth organizations.
• Proven expertise in managing the accounting close process, including internal reporting, fluctuation analysis, and execution of SOX internal controls in a dynamic environment.
• Experience in working within financial ERP systems (Oracle, Coupa, etc.), reconciliation tools (Blackline), and AI and financial automation tools, strongly preferred.
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Expert in US GAAP and internal controls.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills with proven ability to partner with other levels in the organization.
• Strong sense of ownership and ability to apply judgment to keep projects moving and ensure the right decisions are reached with stakeholders.
• Proven ability to proactively identify and elevate risks and issues to leadership.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team environment.
• Possess a critical thinking mindset.
• Experience within the technology industry is a plus.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

This is a hybrid role, located within F5’s Seattle-based headquarters. Duties are performed in a normal office environment while sitting at a desk or computer table. Duties require the ability to utilize a computer, communicate over the telephone, and read printed material. Duties may require being on call periodically or working outside normal working hours (evenings and weekends).

Hybrid and Remote Work Policy

Hybrid: Employees within 30 commutable miles of an F5 office are required to work from the office a minimum of 30 business days per quarter.

Remote: Primarily work from a designated home location but can come into an F5 office to work or travel to an offsite location as needed.

Equal Employment Opportunity

F5 is an equal opportunity employer and strongly supports diversity in the workplace.

Equal Employment Opportunity It is the policy of F5 to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and employment applicants without regard to unlawful considerations of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, sensory, physical, or mental disability, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable local, state, or federal laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, job assignment, compensation, promotion, benefits, training, discipline, and termination.

F5 offers a variety of reasonable accommodations for candidates. Requesting an accommodation is completely voluntary. F5 will assess the need for accommodations in the application process separately from those that may be needed to perform the job. Request by contacting [e-mail].

The annual base pay for this position is: $89,800.00 - $134,600.00

More details about F5’s benefits can be found at the following link:

F5 reserves the right to change or terminate any benefit plan without notice.

Please note that F5 only contacts candidates through F5 email address (ending with @f5.com) or auto email notification from Workday (ending with f5.com or @myworkday.com).