Senior Accountant

Job Summary

F5, Inc. is seeking an experienced and technically capable Senior Accountant to join our Corporate Accounting team in Seattle, WA. This role will primarily manage fixed asset accounting, lease accounting under ASC 842, internal‑use software capitalization under ASC 350‑40, and cloud computing arrangement implementation cost accounting under ASC 350‑40 (as amended by ASU 2018‑15). The role is highly cross‑functional, partnering closely with Procurement, IT, Legal, Real Estate/Facilities, FP&A, Financial Reporting, A/P, and Tax to ensure the completeness, accuracy, and integrity of our long‑lived asset and lease portfolios.

Ideal candidates bring hands‑on technical accounting experience in the above domains, are proficient in Oracle EBS (including the Oracle Fixed Assets module), Lease Query or similar lease accounting software tool, and Coupa. A demonstrated interest in process automation and the application of AI tools to improve accounting workflows is imperative.

• Oversee the full lifecycle of fixed assets and lease accounting, including capitalization, depreciation, reconciliations, journal entries, reporting, and compliance with U.S. GAAP and F5 policies.
• Manage accounting processes for internal‑use software and cloud computing arrangements (CCA), ensuring accurate cost evaluations, capitalization, amortization, and related disclosures.
• Partner with Procurement, IT, FP&A, and other departments to evaluate expenditure requests, determine proper accounting treatment, and document supporting conclusions.
• Serve as a 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, and identify opportunities for standardization, efficiency, accuracy, and automation.
• Proactively problem‑solve and drive enhancements across departments as needed.
• Collaborate with internal and external auditors to ensure a smooth and efficient audit process.
• Implement and execute relevant internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure the accuracy of financial records.

• 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.
• Proven experience managing the accounting close process, including internal reporting, fluctuation analysis, and execution of SOX internal controls in a dynamic environment.
• Experience working within financial ERP systems (Oracle, Coupa, etc.), reconciliation tools (Blackline), lease accounting tools (Lease Query), and AI and financial automation tools, strongly preferred.
• Experienced in U.S. GAAP and internal controls, lease accounting under ASC 842, and accounting for fixed assets.
• 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 escalate risks and issues to leadership.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team environment.
• Possess a critical‑thinking mindset.
• Experience with in the technology industry is a plus.

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).

The annual base pay for this position is $82,400.00 – $. You may also be offered incentive compensation, bonus, restricted stock units, and benefits.

F5 is an equal‑opportunity employer and strongly supports diversity in the workplace. The policy of F5 to provide equal employment opportunities to all…