Stay Informed on Corporate Sustainability

Author: Archie Villaflores

The accountancy sector continues to sit at the intersection of trust, regulation, and commercial reality. This edition showcases insights on how firms are responding to pressure with discipline, innovation, and measured optimism. Flashback to last year, ‘Taxback International wins two awards at Irish Accountancy Awards 2025’ highlights how service quality and technology have become inseparable in modern practice. That recognition sets expectations as attention shifts towards the next cycle of the Irish Accountancy Awards in 2026. Additionally, market conditions provide important context in ‘PwC reports retail and hospitality insolvencies fall in Ireland’, which signals a stabilising environment for advisers and clients alike. The findings suggest that improved fundamentals are beginning to support more predictable planning and decision-making. Meanwhile, regulatory complexity comes into view in ‘Fireblocks acquires TRES to enhance crypto accounting compliance’, reflecting how specialist capability is becoming essential as digital assets mature. The move illustrates how infrastructure, not speculation, is shaping the future of financial oversight. These stories show an accountancy sector focused on dependable systems rather than short-term fixes. Explore each article for a clearer view of how trust is being rebuilt across finance.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

In a throwback to last year, Taxback International was recognised at the Irish Accountancy Awards 2025 with wins for Client Service Award and Best Use of Technology in Accounting and Finance, setting a benchmark for innovation and service excellence as the 2026 awards approach.

Author: The Business Standard

The South Asian Federation of Accountants (SAFA) has appointed Mohammed Humayun Kabir as its President for 2026. The move reinforces leadership in professional accountancy across Bangladesh, Nepal, India, Pakistan, and the wider South Asian region.

Author: Invezz

Fireblocks has agreed to acquire crypto accounting and tax platform TRES for $130 million (€111.3m) to strengthen compliance and audit capabilities for institutional digital asset operations. The move addresses growing demand for accurate, tax-compliant, and audit-ready on-chain financial records.

Author: Belfast News Letter

Chartered accountancy experts in Northern Ireland highlight fiscal strategies for owner-managed businesses in 2026. Ross Boyd of RBCA outlines how to strengthen financial resilience amid increasing compliance and cost pressures.

Author: Business Plus

AIB has urged a slowdown in current spending and a ramp-up in housing investment as corporation tax receipts hit a record €33bn in 2025. Accountancy experts highlight the role of multinationals in driving revenue growth.

Author: Irish Examiner

Ireland’s accountancy sector saw a moderate decline in retail and hospitality insolvencies in 2025, according to PwC’s Insolvency Barometer. Court-enforced liquidations rose, while simplified restructuring uptake remained low, highlighting ongoing recovery and risk dynamics for businesses.

Author: Archie Villaflores

The accountancy sector continues to demonstrate resilience and ambition, with firms leveraging innovation, strategic hiring, and partnerships to drive operational and advisory growth. Looking back to last year, ‘Uisce Éireann wins Transformation Project of the Year at Irish Accountancy Awards 2025’ shows how a large-scale payroll transformation can modernise operations while maintaining continuity across a national organisation. The achievement sets a benchmark for operational excellence and paves the way for the 2026 awards to showcase the next wave of ambitious projects. Additionally, ‘RSM Ireland accelerates hiring and global accountancy expansion’ illustrates how strategic workforce growth and international partnerships can enhance market presence. The firm’s focus on talent and technology demonstrates the importance of preparing for future client demands and cross-border opportunities. Meanwhile, ‘HLB expands business advisory team in Perth with A Plus acquisition’ reflects a broader trend of advisory growth through acquisitions and integration of experienced teams. The move reinforces how firms are scaling services, enhancing client solutions, and strengthening regional influence. These stories emphasise a sector actively embracing transformation, talent development, and strategic expansion to remain competitive and forward-looking. Explore the full articles to understand how firms are delivering innovation, efficiency, and expansion across markets.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Looking back last year, Uisce Éireann was recognised as Transformation Project of the Year at the Irish Accountancy Awards 2025. Its large-scale payroll transformation sets a benchmark for operational excellence as the 2026 awards approach.

Author: CPA Practice Advisor

US-based accounting firm Ascend has acquired Sweeney Conrad in Kirkland, Washington, adding 14 partners and 117 staff. The acquisition expands Ascend’s West Coast presence and strengthens its platform for independent regional accounting and advisory firms.