Stay Informed on Corporate Sustainability

Author: Archie Villaflores

Accountancy is undergoing a quiet transformation that blends digital capability with strategic insight to deliver greater agility and trust. This edition examines how firms and finance leaders are reshaping their roles in a data-driven economy while preserving the profession’s core values of integrity and precision. How iplicit is bridging the Mid-market Cloud Gap with True-cloud Finance captures how cloud-native platforms are empowering mid-sized enterprises to modernise financial management without compromising control. Flutter Finance wins Finance Team of the Year (Large) at Irish Accountancy Awards 2025 highlights the leadership and collaboration driving financial innovation at scale, setting new benchmarks for operational excellence. BDO deepens global integration and maintains independence reflects a growing emphasis on the balance between global consistency paired with the autonomy needed to adapt locally and think long-term. These stories reveal a sector both adaptive and forward-looking. As automation, analytics, and governance continue to evolve, accountants are no longer just financial stewards but are also strategic partners in shaping resilient, transparent, and high-performing organisations. The profession’s future will be defined not by disruption, but by clarity of purpose and confidence in change.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

iplicit is bridging the mid-market cloud gap with a true-cloud finance solution, delivering enterprise-grade functionality, automation, and real-time reporting for growing businesses seeking power, flexibility, and affordability.

Author: ESG News

Deloitte Australia and Credibl have launched SustainNext Climate Reporting, an AI-driven platform that automates climate data collection and disclosure. The solution supports compliance with new AASB standards while enhancing efficiency.

Author: CPA Practice Advisor

BDO is accelerating global integration while maintaining independence from external equity investment. The firm is consolidating member operations, aligning governance, and preparing for leadership transitions to support long-term growth.

Author: Irish Examiner

S&W has acquired Cork-based MC2 Accountants, expanding its footprint in Ireland’s mid-market sector. The deal strengthens S&W’s presence in Cork and reflects continued consolidation across Ireland’s accountancy and financial services industry.

Author: Business Plus

RSM Ireland has announced a transatlantic partnership with RSM UK, US, and Canada, aligning governance and accelerating growth. The move coincides with the launch of its new multi-million euro Dublin HQ designed for hybrid collaboration.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Flutter Finance has been named Finance Team of the Year (Large) at the Irish Accountancy Awards 2025, recognised for its outstanding leadership in financial transformation and operational excellence.

Author: Philstar

Deloitte Philippines has appointed Ramon Chito Ramos as country leader, succeeding Eric Landicho. Ramos brings over 20 years’ experience in advisory, digital transformation, and AI integration. The firm plans to expand advisory services, leveraging ERP, data analytics, and AI across sectors.

Author: Bloomberg Tax

Ernst & Young is deploying AI tools across its audit practice to enhance quality, reduce deficiencies, and streamline processes. The Big Four firm has committed over $2.4 billion globally to AI and talent, aiming to sustain improvements and transform audit oversight worldwide.

Author: Sync NI

Queen’s University Belfast has partnered with Chartered Accountants Ireland to launch a graduate trainee programme. It offers graduates practical experience and professional training to earn a chartered accountancy qualification within the university’s finance division.