Accounting Manager Royalties & Financial Operations (Hybrid North Dallas)
Elan Partners
- Irving, TX
- 9 days ago
Highlights
This role will have responsibility for royalty-related accounting and reporting, financial analysis, forecasting, reconciliations, month-end activities, inventory accounting, and continuous process improvement. The Accounting Manager will lead key accounting initiatives, collaborate with teams across the organization, and serve as a mentor and resource to other team members.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Irving, TX |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Company Size | 50 to 99 employees |
| Website | http://www.elanpartners.com |
Description
TITLE: Accounting Manager – Royalties & Financial Operations (Hybrid – North Dallas)
Direct Hire Opportunity
No Sponsorship
Hybrid - 4 Days Onsite
We are seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to join a growing accounting and finance organization. This role will have responsibility for royalty-related accounting and reporting, financial analysis, forecasting, reconciliations, month-end activities, inventory accounting, and continuous process improvement. This is an individual contributor position with significant cross-functional visibility and leadership responsibility. The Accounting Manager will lead key accounting initiatives, collaborate with teams across the organization, and serve as a mentor and resource to other team members. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting fundamentals, experience working in an inventory-based or transaction-intensive business, and the ability to independently manage complex accounting and reporting responsibilities.
Qualifications:
Direct Hire Opportunity
No Sponsorship
Hybrid - 4 Days Onsite
We are seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to join a growing accounting and finance organization. This role will have responsibility for royalty-related accounting and reporting, financial analysis, forecasting, reconciliations, month-end activities, inventory accounting, and continuous process improvement. This is an individual contributor position with significant cross-functional visibility and leadership responsibility. The Accounting Manager will lead key accounting initiatives, collaborate with teams across the organization, and serve as a mentor and resource to other team members. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting fundamentals, experience working in an inventory-based or transaction-intensive business, and the ability to independently manage complex accounting and reporting responsibilities.
Qualifications:
- 7–10 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within wholesale, distribution, retail, manufacturing, consumer products, or another inventory-based environment.
- Experience with royalty accounting, contractual accounting, or similar complex payment/reporting structures strongly preferred.
- Audit experience is a plus to the success of this role.
- Strong understanding of general accounting principles, reconciliations, financial reporting, and internal controls.
- Demonstrated ability to lead initiatives, influence cross-functional teams, and improve accounting processes.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to accuracy and detail.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience working with ERP and financial reporting systems.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications; Power BI experience is preferred.
- Comfortable working across departments and with geographically dispersed teams.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
- CPA or CMA certification is preferred but not required.
- Occasional extended hours may be required during month-end, quarter-end, audits, or other high-volume periods.
- This is an individual contributor role with opportunities to lead initiatives and mentor other accounting professionals.
- Manage accounting and reporting activities associated with royalty and contractual payment obligations.
- Review contractual terms, rates, payment structures, and related financial requirements to ensure accurate accounting and reporting.
- Analyze sales, revenue, cost, and other financial data used in royalty calculations and reporting.
- Prepare and support quarterly royalty reporting and ensure calculations align with applicable contractual terms and accounting requirements.
- Maintain royalty and contract-related financial data, including new agreements, rate changes, and other required updates.
- Prepare royalty, inventory, departmental forecast, and management reports.
- Reconcile royalty payments to underlying sales and financial data, research discrepancies, and drive issues through resolution.
- Maintain assigned balance sheet accounts and prepare supporting reconciliations and management estimates.
- Support month-end close, financial statement preparation, and financial analysis.
- Partner with inventory and operations teams to ensure inventory transactions are accurately recorded and appropriate financial controls are maintained.
- Collaborate with Legal, Finance, Operations, Data/Analytics, IT, and other business functions on accounting and reporting matters.
- Evaluate existing accounting procedures and identify opportunities to improve processes, controls, reporting, and efficiency.
- Participate in ERP, financial-system, and technology implementations, enhancements, and related accounting initiatives.
- Support external audits and other third-party financial or contractual reviews.
- Lead accounting projects and initiatives from planning through completion.
- Mentor and support accounting team members by sharing knowledge, providing guidance, and helping strengthen overall team capabilities.
- Present financial or accounting topics during departmental and company meetings as needed.
About Company
Élan Partners, a woman-owned, WBENC certified, professional staff augmentation firm specializing in Technology and Engineering, is headquartered in Dallas, Texas. Our expertise is derived from more than twenty years of delivering customized staffing solutions to a host of technical clients, including Medical, Healthcare, Financial, Manufacturing and Software/Hardware Development industries.
Our team has an average of 15 years recruiting for technical disciplines as well as an average of 10 years working together in that capacity. A result of this tenure is an extensive referral network from with which we are able to find the most difficult skill sets. The pride we take in our work is apparent in the results we produce that are achieved through teamwork, a commitment to quality and unwavering belief in integrity.
Employers – Industry leaders who desire to obtain the best possible talent are realizing the importance of partnering with a reputable staffing firm invested in ethical business practices. Élan Partners is that firm. Our methodology is proven and efficient. We will not inundate you with unqualified resumes. Our only request is an open line of communication so that we can effectively provide you with the most qualified candidates. Our philosophy is to ensure every company we work with becomes a client for life.
Job Seekers –Picking the correct firm to represent you is an important decision. Relationships are important, as mentioned above. We strive to ensure every company we work with becomes a client for life. The same holds true for our candidates and consultants – (In fact, 50% of our client base is derived from candidates we have worked with in the past who are now in hiring positions). Élan will never present your resume without your consent and will only present career opportunities that are right for you. You can trust our recruiter is someone who understands respects and appreciates your search. We will always represent you accurately, fairly, with great confidence and discretion.
Élan continues to meet the evolving challenges of workforce flexibility with staffing solutions tailored to your precise business needs. We offer a number of flexible services to meet a variety of different needs:
• Contract Staffing
• Contract to Direct
• Permanent/Direct Hire Placement
• Single Source Staffing
• Payroll Services