Tax Manager

Company: Gecko Hospitality
Location: Dallas
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Restaurant Tax Manager Location Dallas, Texas Full-time Rate of pay $70,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year Join one of the largest franchise organizations in the U.S., supporting restaurant locations across the country based in Dallas, Texas. We provide franchise management services to some of America's most beloved brands. Be part of a team of hands-on problem-solvers! Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced Tax Manager to lead all aspects of tax processes, including managing relationships with external tax preparation firms, auditing returns, reconciling withholdings, submitting timely and accurate payments, and overseeing software implementation to improve efficiency. This role serves as the primary point of contact for all tax audits, provides staff education to minimize assessments, and ensures compliance with all federal, state, and local tax regulations. The ideal candidate will have exceptional attention to detail, strong tax compliance expertise, and a proven ability to streamline processes while maintaining accuracy. Benefits: Competitive Pay – Your talent and hard work won’t go unnoticed. Health & Wellness Coverage – HSA, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance plans to keep you and your family feeling your best. 401(k) Match – Helping you invest in your future (and putting more back in your wallet). Paid Training – We set you up for success from day one. Generous Time Off – Up to 16 paid vacation and sick days, plus 7 company holidays to recharge and reset. Free lunch while at work – Pick your favorite from 5 nearby brand locations, plus discounts with some of our brands—we’ve got lunch covered. Daily Pay Option – Access your earnings before payday with our Earned Wage app. Career Growth – We’re growing fast, and we love to promote from within. And better stuff – because working with us should feel rewarding every day. Responsibilities: You will manage and update all tax records and files, review policies, and ensure timely and accurate submission of sales, use, income, and payroll-related taxes. As a liaison with outside tax firms, you’ll audit returns, reconcile accounts, and accrue the correct tax amounts. You will post and categorize transactions in the general ledger, analyze data with internal and external stakeholders, prepare audit documentation, and advise staff on tax matters. This role also involves applying new accounting policies, ensuring compliance with tax regulations, and partnering with the CFO to improve processes and reporting. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; tax specialty is a plus Proven experience as a tax manager, tax analyst, or similar accounting role Strong understanding of sales and use tax, income tax (federal, state, and local), and payroll tax processes Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, with strong spreadsheet skills Experience with accounting information systems (Sage X3 experience a plus) Excellent math skills and attention to detail Strong organizational and communication abilities High level of integrity and commitment to confidentiality Ready to get started? Apply today and join a team that’s making a big impact, one location at a time. Apply Now – Tax Manager in Dallas, Texas Company Description Gecko Hospitality, named to Forbes' list of America’s Best Recruiting Firms for the last 7 years, offers the largest selection of restaurant, catering, grocery, corporate dining, senior living, healthcare food service, K-12 food service, and higher education food service positions. Our hospitality-exclusive team covers all 50 states, Canada, UK, and Ireland and offers professional placement services with over 120 dedicated hospitality experts. With Gecko's extensive list of hospitality recruiter services, we get you and your resume in front of the hospitality industry's leading decision makers! Better yet, Gecko has exceptional national, regional, and local relationships and is well-respected in the hospitality industry for enhancing hospitality careers. Our national network consists of 80 regional offices driven to meet the needs of the hospitality industry. From fast food to fine dining, Gecko recruit’s management positions for all facets of the hospitality industry. Gecko boasts generations of hospitality recruiting experience, consisting of over 1,900 collective years, that furthers the careers of those seeking professional management positions. Contact us today and we will get you in touch with one of our experts to discuss your opportunities. Company Description Gecko Hospitality, named to Forbes' list of America’s Best Recruiting Firms for the last 7 years, offers the largest selection of restaurant, catering, grocery, corporate dining, senior living, healthcare food service, K-12 food service, and higher education food service positions. Our hospitality-exclusive team covers all 50 states, Canada, UK, and Ireland and offers professional placement services with over 120 dedicated hospitality experts.\r\n\r\nWith Gecko's extensive list of hospitality recruiter services, we get you and your resume in front of the hospitality industry's leading decision makers! Better yet, Gecko has exceptional national, regional, and local relationships and is well-respected in the hospitality industry for enhancing hospitality careers.\r\n\r\nOur national network consists of 80 regional offices driven to meet the needs of the hospitality industry. From fast food to fine dining, Gecko recruit’s management positions for all facets of the hospitality industry. Gecko boasts generations of hospitality recruiting experience, consisting of over 1,900 collective years, that furthers the careers of those seeking professional management positions. Contact us today and we will get you in touch with one of our experts to discuss your opportunities.

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