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DJH's Thorne Widgery deal signals push into school finance
Private equity-backed accountancy group DJH has acquired Thorne Widgery, its 22nd deal in five years, gaining Shropshire's largest accountancy firm and its academy-sector software. The deal signals a push into education compliance work.
Affinia adds Wilson Partners to build Top 20 UK firm
RedBird Capital-backed accounting group Affinia has added Wilson Partners, creating a Top 20 UK accounting firm with 33 offices. The deal deepens PE-backed consolidation reshaping the UK accountancy market.
Walkers hire signals accountancy stakes in SPV market
International law firm Walkers has appointed Stephen Hannigan as a Dublin finance and capital markets partner. The hire bears on accountants who audit and administer Ireland's Section 110 securitisation vehicles.
EY Law Ireland names Gilroy to lead banking practice
EY Ireland has appointed Cormac Gilroy to lead a new banking and finance practice within EY Law, based in Cork. The move signals continued Big Four expansion into legal services.
Baker Tilly Mooney Moore grows payroll team amid SME demand
Northern Ireland accountancy firm Baker Tilly Mooney Moore has appointed Sarah Gibson as payroll administrator, expanding its business services team. The hire reflects rising demand among small businesses for outsourced payroll support.
Caroline O'Driscoll wins Women in Accountancy & Finance Award at Irish Accountancy Awards 2026
Caroline O'Driscoll, of Deloitte, has been recognised with the Women in Accountancy & Finance Award at the Irish Accountancy Awards 2026, acknowledged for remarkable leadership and unwavering commitment to empowering future female leaders across the profession. Her transformative work spanning tax, technology, education, and diversity sets a benchmark for female leadership and mentorship in accounting and finance as the sector looks toward 2027.
Ireland's Finance Sector Builds Real Momentum on Female Leadership
Women in Irish financial services boards and executive committees are steadily gaining ground, new Charter data reveals. BusinessRiver examines what this progress means for accountancy firms and wider finance sector leadership today.
Epos Now's embedded finance push reshapes accountants' MTD workload
UK point-of-sale provider Epos Now has embedded banking, lending and card issuing into its platform via Adyen, giving retailers real-time financial data. The shift carries direct implications for accountants under Making Tax Digital.
DJH accountancy group enters South West with Gooding Accounts deal
Private equity-backed accountancy group DJH has acquired Gooding Accounts, marking its first entry into the South West. The deal takes DJH's headcount to around 900 staff across 20 UK and Ireland offices.
Fairstone Ireland names Ian Brady as new chief executive
Irish financial planning and wealth management firm Fairstone Ireland has appointed Ian Brady, former chief executive of Unio, as its new CEO. Founder Paul Merriman moves from CEO to president.
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