Stay Informed on Corporate Sustainability

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.

Author: Consultancy.com.au

HLB Mann Judd, an Australian accounting and consulting firm, has expanded its business advisory services in Perth through the acquisition of A Plus Business Advisors. The move increases scale, expertise, and sector coverage for corporate clients.

Author: Business Plus

PwC Ireland reports stable mergers and acquisitions activity in 2025, with inbound interest from US and UK investors. AI, ESG and cybersecurity are increasingly shaping deal preparation and execution across accountancy and professional services.

Author: Business Plus

KPMG Ireland’s Enterprise Barometer 2025 highlights strong growth confidence among private businesses despite rising costs and talent pressures. Investment is shifting towards innovation and workforce development as companies aim to scale sustainably and expand market reach.

Author: The Irish Times

RSM Ireland is reshaping accountancy hiring with AI-driven skills development. The firm plans to double its workforce over three years while integrating UK, US, and Canadian operations to expand global market reach and middle-market services.

Author: Archie Villaflores

The accountancy sector is evolving under the dual pressures of operational efficiency and strategic foresight. This edition highlights how firms are refining processes, empowering teams, and delivering client-centred outcomes that define leadership in the profession. Flashback to earlier this year, ‘Azets Ireland wins Payroll Team of the Year at Irish Accountancy Awards 2025’ demonstrates how meticulous execution, collaboration, and client focus can elevate payroll services. Their achievement sets a benchmark for excellence and operational rigor as attention turns to the 2026 cycle. Moreover, ‘Forvis Mazars strengthens accountancy leadership with partner promotions’ illustrates how strategic talent development and leadership renewal reinforce organisational capacity. Promoting the right individuals ensures continuity of expertise while fostering innovation and client impact across diverse service lines. In the international sphere, ‘ACCA and IAI advance accountancy collaboration in Indonesia’ reflects the growing importance of cross-border partnerships and knowledge exchange. This collaboration underscores how global engagement enhances professional standards and drives sector-wide progress. These stories collectively highlight the synergy between operational precision, leadership development, and international collaboration. They demonstrate a profession advancing through strategy, expertise, and forward-looking initiatives that continue to shape the accountancy landscape.

Author: Archie Villaflores

Earlier this year, Azets Ireland was recognised as Payroll Team of the Year at the 2025 Irish Accountancy Awards. Their achievement sets a benchmark for operational excellence as the 2026 awards approach.