Bold measures

The accountancy sector in Ireland is moving with a new confidence. 

The 2026 Irish Accountancy Awards will showcase the firms and individuals daring to rethink what success looks like. PwC’s office attendance debate highlights how scrutiny and culture are as central as numbers to a firm’s reputation. 

Meanwhile, S&W’s acquisition of Beechwood Partners signals that growth is no longer cautious—it is deliberate and strategic. 

What ties these developments together is a renewed sense of purpose. Firms that embrace innovation, confront challenges openly, and pursue expansion thoughtfully are shaping a profession that is resilient and forward-looking. The opportunities ahead reward clarity, adaptability, and a willingness to lead rather than follow. Ireland’s accountancy sector is entering an era defined by ambition balanced with accountability.