Staff Accountant

Agilysys delivers state-of-the-art software and services built exclusively for hospitality, helping organizations go beyond traditional property management (PMS), point-of-sale (POS), and food and beverage inventory and procurement systems. Its best-in-class solutions operate independently or as a unified ecosystem that connects data and workflows across an operation, property or enterprise. Powered by intelligent guest profiles, data-driven capabilities, and embedded artificial intelligence (AI), Agilysys is architected on a unified data model with a single set of APIs that create shared operational memory across all systems, enabling guest-specific insights to be acted on in real time at any touchpoint. Agilysys delivers advantage through pace and integration, transforming hospitality technology from a system of record into a system of action that accelerates innovation and the rapid delivery of new capabilities. Agilysys serves a 100% hospitality customer base, including hotels and resorts, casinos, cruise lines, corporate and campus dining, healthcare, senior living, and entertainment venues worldwide. www.agilysys.com   

Staff Accountant

• This position is a Full-Time In-Office Role*

Local Candidates Only. Position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

Position Summary

Agilysys is seeking a Staff Accountant to join our Corporate Accounting team. Reporting to the Accounting Manager with a dotted-line relationship to the Senior Director of Tax, this role provides an excellent opportunity for an early-career accounting professional to gain broad exposure across financial accounting, reporting, compliance, and indirect tax functions within a publicly traded, global organization. This position is based in Alpharetta, GA and is expected to work in-office.

Why This Role Matters 

This role serves as a critical shared resource between the Accounting and Tax functions, supporting the accuracy and integrity of Agilysys' financial reporting and compliance obligations. The position contributes to monthly close activities, SEC reporting support, indirect tax compliance, internal controls, and audit readiness while providing foundational experience across multiple disciplines within the Office of the CFO. This is an ideal opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career professional seeking exposure to both corporate accounting and tax.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and monthly close activities.

• Prepare and maintain reconciliations and supporting documentation for tax-related accounts, including sales tax, VAT, and other indirect tax liabilities.

• Support indirect tax compliance initiatives and assist with maintaining related internal controls and processes.

• Gather, organize, and validate financial information from domestic and international entities to support consolidations and reporting.

• Assist with customer contract administration and related documentation.

• Support quarterly and annual financial reporting processes, including preparation of schedules and documentation for SEC reporting requirements.

• Provide audit support by preparing schedules, gathering documentation, and responding to internal and external auditor requests.

• Participate in process improvement initiatives designed to strengthen financial controls and reporting efficiency.

• Partner with Accounting, Tax, FP&A, Legal, and other cross-functional teams on special projects and business initiatives.

• Support the ongoing development and documentation of accounting policies, procedures, and controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• Master's degree in Accounting, Taxation, or related field preferred.0-2 years of accounting, tax, auditing, or finance experience.
• Internship, co-op, public accounting, or corporate accounting experience preferred.
• Basic understanding of U.S. GAAP principles.
• Exposure to tax concepts, accounting reconciliations, or financial reporting preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite is a plus.
• CPA eligibility or pursuit of CPA certification is a plus.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Demonstrated attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.

• Ability to interpret financial data and identify discrepancies.

• Strong organizational and time management skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to learn new systems, processes, and technical concepts quickly.

• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

• Commitment to maintaining confidential and sensitive financial information.

Personal Attributes

• Demonstrates intellectual curiosity and a desire to learn.
• Takes initiative and ownership of assigned responsibilities.
• Displays a strong work ethic and accountability.
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving business environment.
• Collaborative and team-oriented mindset.
• Adaptable and open to new challenges and responsibilities.
• Maintains a high degree of professionalism and integrity.
• Committed to continuous improvement and personal development.

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Must be willing to complete all license applications, background checks, security checks and/or any other documentation and provide copies of any identification documents required by any State, Federal or Tribal governmental agency in order to maintain compliance with their laws and to successfully perform in the role.

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The information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.  Conditions may require the Company to modify this job description and the Company reserves the right to exercise its discretion to make such changes.

Agilysys is an equal opportunity employer.  In compliance with Federal and State EEO laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regards to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, ancestry, place of birth, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.

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