Operations Project Manager

About us

The Ijaz Group is a global professional services firm offering accounting and financial services to nonprofit organizations, government entities, private companies, and individuals. Guided by a commitment to personal service and expertise, we deliver tailored solutions to meet the diverse needs of our clients. The Ijaz Group is dedicated to excellence and building trust through professional results. For more information, please visit

Role Description

This is a full-time remote Operations Project Manager position, preferably based in Lahore, Pakistan. We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Operations Project Manager to serve as the right hand to leadership, coordinating cross-functional work, driving execution, and ensuring critical initiatives move forward seamlessly. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on bringing order to complexity and getting things done. This role requires adaptability to the US shift hours.

What you'll do

• Serve as the CEO's right hand — manage priorities, prepare briefings, and act as a trusted proxy on operational matters.
• Own end-to-end project delivery across multiple outsourced client engagements: assign tasks, set timelines, remove blockers, and ensure timely client deliverables.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams (client accountants, specialists, team leads), run internal meetings, capture action items, and follow up to completion.
• Track and report project status using task/project management tools (e.g., Asana / / similar); maintain systems for deadlines, deliverables, and KPIs.
• Translate strategic priorities into actionable plans and lead process improvement initiatives to boost efficiency.

What we are looking for (minimum)

Required

• 3–5 years of experience in operations, project management, consulting, or chief-of-staff style roles.
• Accounting/finance background (client accounting, or similar experience preferred).
• Comfortable working US hours — 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM EST.
• Excellent written & verbal English for team and US-leadership communication.
• Strong organizational skills, high discretion with confidential information, and a track record of driving projects to completion.

Preferred

• Experience supporting C-level executives or founders.
• Background in process improvement or operations consulting
• Familiarity with outsourced/client accounting processes and common tools (QuickBooks Online, billing & reconciliation workflows).
• Experience with project management platforms (Asana, , etc.) and basic reporting/dashboard creation.
• Professional credentials (ACCA/CA/CPA/MBA) is/are a plus.

Key Competencies

• Execution Excellence: Gets things done, consistently and reliably
• Systems Thinking: Sees the big picture and understands how pieces fit together
• Proactive Problem-Solving: Anticipates issues and addresses them before they escalate
• Adaptability: Thrives in fast-paced, changing environments
• Discretion: Handles sensitive information with maturity and confidentiality
• Initiative: Self-starter who identifies what needs to be done without being told

Success in the first 6-12 months

• Significant reduction in CEO time spent on operational tasks (target: measurable time savings).
• 90%+ on-time completion rate for tracked projects & initiatives.
• Ownership and measurable outcomes for 2–3 major workstreams and at least 3 implemented process improvements.
• High satisfaction scores from staff on coordination and communication

Why join us

• Work with mission-driven US clients and a collaborative team across Pakistan and the US.
• Supportive culture — mentorship, learning opportunities, and real ownership of projects.
• Remote role (based in Pakistan) with US hours and direct exposure to senior leadership.
• Compensation & benefits: Competitive; details to be discussed during the interview.

How to apply

Please apply using LinkedIn Easy Apply with your CV describing: (1) your operations/project management experience, (2) your accounting/finance background.