Accounting Operations Manager

Accounting Operations Manager | International Professional Services

Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 DOE
Location: Belfast, Northern Ireland
Hybrid Working : Flexible hybrid model, typically 2 to 3 days per week in our Belfast office. More office time may be expected during onboarding to support training, team integration and knowledge transfer
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Holiday : 23 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays) increasing by one day per each year of service (up to a maximum of 5 days)
Occasional International Travel

Lead People. Drive Improvement. Deliver Innovation.

At TC Group, we're more than accountants. We're trusted advisers helping ambitious businesses achieve their goals.

As one of the UK's fastest-growing Top 20 accountancy firms, we're investing heavily in our people, technology and future growth. We're now looking for an ambitious and commercially minded Accounting Operations Manager to join our Professional Services division in Belfast.

This is an opportunity to move beyond a traditional accounting role and take ownership of people, processes, quality and continuous improvement within an expanding international operation.

Working closely with colleagues across Northern Ireland and India, you'll lead a talented team of accounting professionals, help shape how services are delivered and scaled, and play a key role in driving technology, automation and AI adoption across the business.

If you're looking for a role where your leadership, technical expertise and ambition can genuinely influence the future direction of a growing business, this could be the ideal next step. As the division continues to expand, you'll have the opportunity to take on increasing responsibility for people, operations and service delivery, creating a clear pathway towards senior leadership.

Why This Role Is Different

This isn't a traditional accounting position focused on preparing accounts.

Instead, you'll:

• Lead and develop an international team of accounting professionals
• Provide leadership, coaching and technical oversight to colleagues
• Drive operational excellence and process improvement
• Champion the adoption of technology, automation and AI
• Work closely with senior leaders across the business
• Gain valuable international management experience
• Build the skills and experience needed for progression into senior operational and leadership roles as the business continues to grow

For the right individual, this role offers the opportunity to combine technical expertise, operational leadership and technology-driven innovation within a growing international business.

Your Career Path

We're looking for someone who wants more than a traditional accounting role.

This position offers the opportunity to develop leadership, operational and strategic skills while managing an international team within a growing business. As you establish yourself in the role, you'll have the opportunity to take on broader leadership responsibilities and play an increasingly influential role in the future direction of the Professional Services division.

Beyond day-to-day responsibilities, you'll gain exposure to operational management, international team leadership, technology adoption, workforce planning and strategic decision-making, providing a breadth of experience rarely available in traditional accounting roles.

The Opportunity

You'll combine strong technical accounting knowledge with leadership, operational oversight and a passion for continuous improvement.

This role sits at the intersection of people, process and technology. You'll lead an international team of accounting professionals, drive operational excellence and help shape how services are delivered across a growing business.

Alongside team leadership and quality oversight, you'll play an important role in identifying opportunities to streamline workflows, improve efficiency and embed best practice across the division. You'll work closely with colleagues to support the adoption of new digital tools, intelligent workflows and AI-powered solutions, helping ensure the business remains at the forefront of modern service delivery.

Rather than spending your time preparing accounts, your focus will be on reviewing work, developing people, improving processes and helping the business scale effectively through the intelligent use of technology.

This is an ideal opportunity for a qualified accountant who enjoys leading teams, challenging existing ways of working and driving meaningful change within a fast-growing organisation.

What You'll Be Doing

As our Accounting Operations Manager, you'll be responsible for:

• Managing, mentoring and developing an international accounting team
• Leading workflow planning, capacity management and service delivery across the division
• Driving continuous improvement through technology, automation and AI-enabled workflows

• Overseeing quality and technical standards across year-end accounts, corporation tax, bookkeeping, management accounts and related compliance services through effective review and quality control processes

• Identifying opportunities to improve quality, efficiency and client outcomes
• Developing team capability through coaching, training and knowledge sharing
• Supporting the adoption of Microsoft Copilot, AI agents and other emerging technologies
• Collaborating with colleagues across the UK and internationally
• Supporting the continued growth and development of the Professional Services division

What We're Looking For

We're looking for an experienced accountant who is ready to take the next step in their career and contribute to a growing, technology-enabled business.

You'll ideally have:

• ACA or ACCA qualification
• Extensive experience reviewing statutory accounts and compliance work to a high technical standard
• Previous experience managing, mentoring or developing team members
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a passion for continuous improvement
• Strong systems and technology skills
• Experience of accounting software such as CCH, Iris, Xero, Sage or QuickBooks
• A genuine interest in technology, AI and automation
• Practical experience using Microsoft Copilot and other AI tools
• Familiarity with AI agents, workflow automation and emerging technologies

Most importantly, we're looking for someone who enjoys leading people, embracing innovation and building better ways of working.

Why Join TC Group?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing organisation where your contribution will make a genuine difference.

You'll work alongside talented colleagues, ambitious clients and forward-thinking leaders who are committed to investing in people, technology and innovation.

In return, you'll benefit from:

• A clearly defined leadership pathway with opportunities to take on increasing responsibility as the business grows
• Exposure to operational management, international team leadership and strategic business initiatives
• Ongoing professional and leadership development
• Opportunities to shape AI, automation and technology initiatives
• Pension scheme
• Discretionary annual bonus scheme
• Group Life Assurance (4x salary)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Retail discounts and cashback portal
• Referral bonus scheme
• On-site parking
• Flexible hybrid working
• International exposure and occasional travel opportunities

About TC Group

TC Group is a dynamic and rapidly growing professional services business. Our success is built on the expertise, passion and dedication of our people.

We believe that great businesses are built by great teams. That's why we invest in our colleagues, encourage innovation and create an environment where people can thrive both professionally and personally.

We're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, valued and able to bring their authentic selves to work. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and experiences. Candidates must be based in the UK and were unable to provide visa sponsorship if required.

Ready to Apply?

If you're looking for a rewarding opportunity with a business that's growing, investing in its people and creating exciting career opportunities, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and start your next chapter with TC Group.

Skills:
Team Leadership Statutory Accounts Review Operational Management Process Improvement Stakeholder Management Automation & Technology Microsoft Copilot / AI

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