Operational Manager, early finish Fridays

VanRath; Belfast; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accountancy practice in Belfast is seeking an Operational Manager to oversee daily operations, ensure efficiency, and lead team development. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in people management and strong leadership skills. This role offers the opportunity to balance firm management techniques with staff development support in a growing environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an operational or practice management role.
• Confident in handling difficult conversations and managing performance.
• Strong communicator with excellent influencing and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of the practice to ensure efficiency and compliance.
• Lead, motivate, and develop teams to deliver excellent client service.
• Manage performance issues proactively, including disciplinary processes when necessary.

Skills

People management

Leadership

Organisational skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Job description

VANRATH are delighted to be recruiting for an Operational Manager to join a busy and growing accountancy practice. This is a key leadership role with responsibility for managing day-to-day operations, ensuring high standards across the firm, and driving team performance.

The successful candidate will have proven experience in people management and will be confident handling disciplinary matters and holding difficult conversations where required. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong organisational and leadership skills who enjoys balancing firm but fair management with supporting staff development.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the daily operations of the practice to ensure efficiency and compliance.

• Lead, motivate, and develop teams to deliver excellent client service.

• Manage performance issues proactively, including disciplinary processes when necessary.

• Implement and monitor policies, procedures, and KPIs to achieve operational excellence.

• Work closely with the leadership team to identify improvements and deliver solutions.

• Ensure compliance with HR, health & safety, and professional standards.

• Foster a culture of accountability, professionalism, and continuous improvement.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Proven experience in an operational or practice management role.

• Confident in handling difficult conversations and managing performance.

• Strong communicator with excellent influencing and leadership skills.

• Resilient, fair, and consistent in approach.

• Highly organised, solution-focused, and able to drive results.

What's the next step? If you think this role may be of interest to you, or you wish to discuss any other senior accountancy jobs in Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact Emma Jayne Bowen at VANRATH or on LinkedIn in the strictest confidence.

Why VANRATH will help you secure your next role: Established in 2000, VANRATH has become a market leader in Northern Ireland. This success is a direct result of our dedication to confidentiality, professionalism and the wealth of knowledge held by our Senior Consultants. VANRATH has a demonstrable track record in pairing the best local talent with leading local businesses.