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Cooper Parry expands Northern Ireland operations after key acquisition
Cooper Parry, a UK and Ireland-based accountancy firm, has launched a major branding and growth initiative in Northern Ireland. The firm aims to expand its services, talent pool, and client solutions following its acquisition of CavanaghKelly.
Sumer Northern Ireland plans major staff expansion to support growth
Sumer Northern Ireland, a Belfast-based accountancy firm, plans to expand its workforce by 100 staff over three years. The firm delivers services across audit, forensic accounting, and corporate finance while serving SMEs across the UK.
Accounting Excellence
This edition of our newsletter underscores the dynamic forces shaping Ireland’s accountancy sector, offering a blend of local achievement, strategic finance, and international engagement. Our first featured story highlights a benchmark of excellence and innovation in Ireland’s accountancy sector. Entries for the Irish Accountancy Awards 2026 are now open and will remain so until 30 January 2026. To look back at the standard set earlier this year, Beacon Locum Contracting’s 2025 win as Payroll Team of the Year demonstrated the specialist expertise and excellence the Awards continue to recognise. Strategic financial decision-making is equally prominent. PTSB sells final tranche of non-performing loans to Mars Capital demonstrates how careful portfolio management and regulatory compliance can strengthen institutional resilience while maintaining borrower protections. The transaction provides a clear example of operational discipline enhancing balance-sheet stability in a complex banking environment. Global imperatives intersect with domestic practice in Global stakeholders back USD 1.3T climate finance roadmap, which charts the mobilisation of significant resources for climate adaptation and sustainable development. Accountancy professionals play a vital role in ensuring transparency, accountability, and the effective deployment of such transformative funds. These stories reflect a sector attuned to innovation, responsibility, and strategic foresight.
Beacon Locum Contracting Wins Payroll Team of the Year at the Irish Accountancy Awards 2025
After Beacon Locum Contracting’s 2025 win as Payroll Team of the Year earlier this year, attention now turns to the Irish Accountancy Awards 2026 as entries open for the next wave of excellence.
Global stakeholders back USD 1.3T climate finance roadmap
COP30 meeting in Belém gains global support for USD 1.3 trillion climate finance roadmap, emphasising cooperation, efficient fund redirection, and actionable measures to accelerate sustainable development and climate adaptation in developing countries.
Ship Finance International shares surge as BTIG raises price target
BTIG raises SFL price target to $11, citing Q3 adjusted EBITDA of $113M and stable dividends. Stock trades up 8%, supported by vessel sales, fleet efficiency investments, and strong yield.
Bank of Ireland backs €21M financing for 140 homes in Louth and Kildare
Bank of Ireland provides €21m financing to Ashcroft Developments for 143 homes in Louth and Kildare. Revolving debt facility supports ongoing construction and future phases, aiding Ireland’s housing supply expansion.
Rothschild earns nearly €4M advising Government on bank share sales
Rothschild earned €3.96m advising the Irish Government on AIB and Bank of Ireland share disposals since 2016. Legal fees of €573,000 to William Fry, mostly recouped from banks.
PTSB sells final tranche of non-performing loans to Mars Capital
PTSB sells final €76m non-performing loan tranche to Mars Capital, covering 490 accounts. Customers retain protections under CPC and CCMA, with servicing by PTSB for six months before transfer.
Collaborative Strength
Consolidation continues to reshape the accountancy sector as firms seek scale, efficiency, and cross-border capability. The Irish Accountancy Awards 2026 Now Open for Entries sets the stage for recognising excellence amid rapid transformation, underscoring how innovation and professional standards remain central to the industry’s progress. BDO Ireland and BDO UK finalise plans to merge shows how the unification of the two networks marks a milestone for cross-market integration, reflecting the growing need for shared resources and regional cohesion. The merger is expected to enhance client reach while strengthening audit, tax, and advisory capacity across both jurisdictions. Meanwhile, international activity gains momentum as Frazier & Deeter strengthens Charlotte operations with Pesta Finnie acquisition, signalling the sector’s continuing appetite for expansion and niche expertise. The acquisition not only broadens the firm’s footprint in the US but also reinforces its advisory capabilities in a competitive market. These developments illustrate a profession defined by collaboration, innovation, and scale. As firms navigate economic shifts and technological change, partnerships and acquisitions remain key to building resilience and sustaining growth. Read the full stories for a closer look at these strategic developments.
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