Accounting & Tax Lead

Texas Renaissance Festival

Accounting & Tax Lead

National
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    Life Insurance

    401(k)

    Bonus based on performance

    Competitive salary

    Dental insurance

    Health insurance

    Paid time off

    Vision insurance

    Position Overview

    Our Company is seeking a Controller / CPA to lead accounting operations, financial reporting, and tax compliance.

    This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, producing reliable reporting, and ensuring all tax obligations are properly managed. This role requires a candidate who is comfortable taking full ownership of both accounting and tax functions.

    The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting skills, practical tax experience, and the ability to operate effectively in a dynamic, high-volume environment.

    Key Responsibilities

    Accounting & Financial Reporting

    Manage full-cycle accounting in QuickBooks Desktop

    Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements

    Perform account reconciliations and maintain general ledger integrity

    Oversee multi-entity accounting and intercompany transactions

    Maintain financial records (digital and physical) in an organized and audit-ready state

    Analyze financial transactions and prepare clear, actionable reports

    Tax & Compliance (Core Responsibility)

    Prepare, review, and manage:

    Federal income tax filings

    Texas franchise tax filings

    Sales and use tax reporting

    Maintain full visibility over tax obligations, filings, and deadlines

    Coordinate with external advisors as needed, while retaining internal ownership of tax accuracy

    Monitor compliance with applicable tax laws and regulations

    Respond to audits, notices, and tax-related inquiries

    Ensure all tax positions are well-supported, consistent, and defensible

    Accounting Operations

    Oversee general ledger activity, account reconciliations, and financial data integrity

    Manage and monitor accounts payable and accounts receivable processes

    Supervise ongoing bookkeeping activities to ensure consistency and accuracy

    Systems, Controls & Governance

    Establish and maintain accounting policies and procedures

    Maintain and strengthen internal controls

    Support organization and cleanup of financial records where needed

    Help implement efficient, scalable financial workflows

    Ensure confidentiality and security of all financial information

    Stay informed on industry developments and regulatory changes

    Qualifications

    Active CPA license preferred (or equivalent experience with strong tax background)

    5–10+ years of accounting experience, including hands-on tax involvement

    Proficiency in QuickBooks Desktop, must be advanced to be considered

    Experience with:

    Financial reporting

    Federal and state tax compliance

    Strong, hands-on experience preparing and managing tax filings is required

    Ability to independently manage both accounting close and tax compliance processes

    Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

    Preferred Experience

    Background in events, hospitality, or seasonal operations

    Experience working with external auditors or tax advisors

    Familiarity with Texas tax requirements

    SALARY NEGOTIABLE BASED ON EXPERIENCE & ABILITIES