TITLE: Staff Accountant

LOCATION: Nashville, TN

REPORTS TO: Controller

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Breakaway Group is a premiere entertainment and music festival multimedia company. We have the largest independent touring music festival in North America, spanning 12 cities over 9 months. With a focus on underserved markets, Breakaway is bringing a premium 2-day EDM/Pop festival experience with an always-changing lineup of top artists to where consumers live, work, and play.

Breakaway Music Festival is the nation’s leading independent touring music festival providing premium experiences and entertainment to music fans across the nation. Since its inception in Columbus, Ohio in 2016, the festival has expanded to multiple cities across the United States (12 in 2025) and grown into a two-day, multi-stage event. Breakaway has successfully reached music fans in cities that have traditionally been overlooked by other festivals, bringing an always-changing lineup of top artists to diverse local communities. With over 200,000 attendees in 2024 and 300,000 projected attendees in 2025, Breakaway has become a must-see event for music lovers across the country. Our festivals champion music, art, creativity and diverse community celebration in your hometown, offering invaluable interactive experiences. Leave it all behind—and BREAKAWAY.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking a Staff Accountant to join our Finance team and play a key role in managing accounts payable, supporting financial statement preparation, and assisting with month-end close processes. This role will work closely with our Controller and finance team to ensure smooth financial operations across all festival markets.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage Accounts Payable for artists, vendors, and employees, ensuring accurate and timely processing of payments.
• Assist in month-end close procedures, including journal entries and bank reconciliations.
• Support the preparation of financial statements, including Balance Sheets, Income Statements, and Cash Flow statements.
• Maintain and reconcile expense management systems (Ramp, Expensify, artist payments).
• Assist in festival settlement close processes, ensuring financial accuracy post-event.
• Contribute to cash flow forecasting and general ledger maintenance.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
• Experience with expense management systems and accounting software.
• Strong foundation in Accounts Payable, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
• Detail-oriented with strong multi-tasking abilities.
• Familiarity with Sage Intacct and Ramp, preferred
• Experience working in live events, entertainment, or festival finance is a plus.