Azets Ireland acquires Dublin outsourcing firm Outsource to deepen legal sector expertise
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
AAB strengthens Irish practice with two accountancy acquisitions
Professional services firm AAB has expanded its Irish advisory and assurance capabilities through the acquisition of two chartered accountancy practices. The transactions strengthen its regional presence and broaden service delivery for SME clients across the south of Ireland.
EY Ireland wins Graduate Training Programme of the Year at Irish Accountancy Awards 2026
EY Ireland's Graduate Development Programme has been recognised as Graduate Training Programme of the Year at the Irish Accountancy Awards 2026, acknowledged for combining technical training with holistic support and personal development. The programme's comprehensive approach to graduate development, including wellness initiatives and business line manager involvement, sets a strong standard for talent development within Ireland's accounting sector.
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