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Singapore launches AIxAccountancy programme to build AI fluency across the profession

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Singapore's ISCA and IMDA have launched AIxAccountancy, an AI fluency programme targeting 60,000 accountancy and corporate finance professionals. The initiative is directly relevant to Irish firms and professional bodies advancing their own AI upskilling agendas.

PKF Brenson Lawlor merges with Dublin peer N. O'Carroll and Company

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

PKF Brenson Lawlor has announced a merger with Dublin-based N. O'Carroll & Company, expanding its SME-focused service offering. The deal reflects continued consolidation among mid-tier Irish accountancy practices.

Azets Ireland acquires Dublin outsourcing firm Outsource to deepen legal sector expertise

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Azets Ireland has acquired Dublin-based Outsource, which provides outsourced financial management and bookkeeping to legal practices. The deal advances Azets' ambition to become Ireland's leading independent business advisory firm.

BDO UK and BDO Ireland merge to form single 1.4bn dollar business

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

BDO UK and BDO Ireland have merged to form BDO LLP, a single entity with annual revenue of close to £1.1bn ($1.4bn/€1.28bn) and approximately 8,500 staff. The merger creates one of Europe's largest accountancy and advisory organisations.

Bridge Chartered Accountants wins Payroll Team of the Year at Irish Accountancy Awards 2026

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Bridge Chartered Accountants has been recognised as Payroll Team of the Year at the Irish Accountancy Awards 2026, acknowledged for exceptional expertise in complex healthcare payroll management and operational excellence under strict regulatory conditions. The win sets a strong standard for payroll excellence as the profession prepares for the 2027 awards cycle, where teams will continue advancing precision, innovation, and data-driven practice in this critical function.

Cybercrime Is Ireland's Top Financial Crime Risk: What the Compliance Institute Survey Means for Accountancy Leaders

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Compliance Institute research finds 51% of Irish compliance professionals now rank cybercrime as the top financial crime risk, up from 34% in 2023. For finance leaders, the call to action is urgent.

HURST strengthens advisory team with three senior appointments

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

UK accounting and business advisory firm HURST has strengthened its senior team with three appointments across business services and tax. The hires support the firm's expansion plans and continued investment in client advisory capabilities.

Ignition expands funding access for accounting practices

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Ignition and Stripe Capital have expanded a financing programme for accounting and bookkeeping firms in the US and Australia. The initiative supports investment in technology, recruitment and operational improvements through streamlined access to funding.

Goldman Sachs assesses Irish Marcus banking expansion

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Goldman Sachs is assessing the launch of its Marcus digital banking business in Ireland while recruiting locally to evaluate market opportunities. The move could expand the firm's euro-denominated deposit base through a digital consumer banking model.

Goodbody agrees acquisition to expand Northern Ireland wealth business

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Goodbody has agreed to acquire Belfast-based Legacy Wealth Management to expand its advisory business across the island of Ireland. The transaction will strengthen the firm's regional presence and broaden access to investment and financial planning services.

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Women in Finance Awards 2026

Women in Finance Awards 2026

January 22nd, 2026

Crowne Plaza Hotel, Santry

Irish Accountancy Awards 2026

Irish Accountancy Awards 2026

May 21st, 2026

Dublin Royal Convention Centre

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