Women in Finance Awards 2026 entries close October 9th
Entries for the Women in Finance Awards 2026 close on 9 October, offering Ireland's female financial leaders a free platform to showcase achievement and advance diversity through expert-led judging, with finalists announced 18 November ahead of the January 21st ceremony.
Rory Williams Chartered Accountants wins Small Practice of the Year at Irish Accountancy Awards 2026
Looking back to the Irish Accountancy Awards 2026, Rory Williams Chartered Accountants has been recognised as Small Practice of the Year, acknowledged for exceptional client satisfaction, strategic virtual delivery model, and personal, relationship-focused practice. The firm's track record of client trust, team culture, and work-life balance sets a benchmark for small practice excellence as the accounting profession looks toward the 2027 awards cycle.
Accountants Back a Balanced Budget 2027 to Keep Irish Investment Moving
ACCA Ireland survey finds 56% of accountants want Budget 2027 to balance business cost cuts with public spending. BusinessRiver examines what this means today for Irish accountancy firms and their finance leaders.
Ascendis Group buys optician specialist E M Accountancy
Ascendis Group has acquired Altrincham-based E M Accountancy, a four-person practice specialising in opticians. The deal matters because niche healthcare expertise is now attracting acquirers among smaller UK firms.
MGI Worldwide admits Brighton firm Plus Accounting to network
MGI Worldwide has admitted Brighton-based Plus Accounting into its network, taking its UK and Ireland presence to 32 offices. The move matters because independent practices are gaining international reach through network membership.
Saffery recruits 144 trainees across UK and Dublin offices
Saffery will welcome 144 trainees across its UK and Dublin offices in 2026/27. The intake matters because Big Four graduate hiring has been cut as AI absorbs junior work.
EPIC Investment Partners expands Cork fund administration team
EPIC Investment Partners is expanding its Cork operation in fund accounting, administration and compliance, reaching half of a 40-job target within weeks. The move matters because Irish funds must use Irish administrators.
Stripe expands Dublin hub with 200 new jobs
Stripe is adding 200 jobs at its Dublin co-headquarters, building on around 1,000 Irish staff. The expansion matters because large Irish fintech hubs generate substantial audit, tax and transaction work.
Resilient Mortgage Approvals Give Irish Advisers a Strong Platform
Irish mortgage approvals have hit their strongest 15 year August high this year, new BPFI figures show. BusinessRiver examines what this resilient market means for accountancy and financial advisory firms across Ireland.
Beta Wealth Group launches in-house CPA tax practice
US wealth manager Beta Wealth Group has launched a CPA-led tax and accounting practice under common ownership. The move reflects a broader trend of wealth managers building in-house tax capability.
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