Stay Informed on Corporate Sustainability

Author: Accounting Today

KPMG has opened its new New York City headquarters in the Manhattan West development, uniting all local staff. The office focuses on collaboration, flexibility, technology integration, and client engagement across its 12 floors.

Author: EY

EY has launched EY.ai Tax Labs and EY.ai Tax Agent Factory to enhance tax transformation for global organisations. The capabilities combine AI, data, and deep tax expertise to deliver faster insights and strategic value.

Author: BDO Ireland

BDO Ireland has appointed Dr Dorothy Maxwell as Partner and Head of Sustainability. She brings 28 years of international experience to support clients with ESG compliance, climate transition planning, and sustainability reporting across multiple sectors.

Author: RTE

Bank of Ireland has appointed Michelle McGreal as Group Chief Internal Auditor. She will oversee internal audit across Ireland and the UK, strengthening governance, risk management, and control processes across the banking group.

Author: RTE

Chartered Accountants Ireland (CAI) has revised trainee transfer rules to ease competition concerns. Employer approval is now required only after a trainee accepts a new role, giving accounting trainees greater mobility and flexibility across firms.

Author: Archie Villaflores

The accountancy sector continues to respond to rising expectations, tighter regulatory pressure, and growing demand for multidisciplinary expertise. The developments highlighted in this edition show organisations refining their structures, widening their remit, and aligning their operations with shifting market needs. First, entries for the Irish Accountancy Awards 2026 remain open until 30 January 2026. To look back at the standard set earlier this year, 'Dublin Port Wins ESG Finance Champion Award at the Irish Accountancy Awards 2025' illustrates how financial reporting now extends beyond traditional metrics. Meanwhile, 'Sumer Northern Ireland plans major staff expansion to support growth' demonstrates how organisations are recalibrating to meet rising workloads and more complex mandates. Investment in workforce capability indicates confidence in the sector’s medium-term direction and highlights the importance of building teams that can support broader service lines. In addition, 'BDO merges national firms to unify global operations' shows how integrated structures are becoming essential for delivering consistent service across borders. Consolidation offers firms clearer operational alignment and positions them to handle increasing cross-jurisdictional requirements. Consequently, these themes signal a sector preparing for a more connected and demanding environment. Explore the full edition for deeper insights.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Earlier this year, Dublin Port earned the ESG Finance Champion Award for its pioneering sustainability-linked initiatives. Its impact now sets the tone for the Irish Accountancy Awards 2026 as new contenders prepare to showcase their achievements.

Author: The Accountant Online

CPA Australia survey reveals Chinese Mainland accounting and finance sectors are rapidly adopting AI, reshaping talent and skill demands. Organisations prioritise stronger ROI from technology while integrating cybersecurity and analytics to support growth and efficiency.

Author: Financial Times

BDO, the world’s fifth-largest accounting network, is restructuring its global operations to merge national firms into regional clusters. The plan spans Europe, the Americas, Asia, and the UK, aiming to create a more unified international firm.

Author: Business Post

Irish accountancy and advisory firm Xeinadin continues to leverage the Employment Investment Incentive Scheme (EIIS) to fund startups and SMEs. The scheme is now a key source of capital for projects from renewables to healthcare infrastructure.