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Xeinadin acquires Kilkenny firm Carrigan O'Dwyer to deepen Irish southeast presence

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

UK accountancy and advisory firm Xeinadin has acquired Kilkenny-based Carrigan O'Dwyer, a specialist in high-growth sectors including cyber security, pharmacy, and technology. The deal gives Xeinadin a second Kilkenny office and 32 nationwide.

Almac Group posts record £1.1bn revenue and £139m profit in year to September 2025

Author: Jed Nykolle

Northern Ireland-based global pharmaceutical contract manufacturer Almac Group has reported record revenue of £1.1bn and pre-tax profit of £139m for the year ended 30 September 2025. Both figures are the highest in the company's history.

No Safety Net: What the AA's Savings Research Means for Finance and Accountancy Leaders

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

AA research finds one in ten adults have no savings buffer, while Ireland's Q4 2025 saving rate hit a decade-low quarterly figure, signalling a financial resilience challenge every accountancy leader must address.

Azets acquires Alextra to strengthen North West England footprint with three new offices

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

UK and Ireland accountancy group Azets has acquired Alextra, a North West England practice with offices in Stoke-on-Trent, Crewe, and Warrington, adding around 70 staff. Financial terms were not disclosed.

Accountants Plus marks 25 years with new Motherwell headquarters and £4m turnover target

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Scottish accountancy firm Accountants Plus has marked its 25th year in business by moving into a new 18,000 sq ft three-storey headquarters in Motherwell. The firm targets £4m turnover in 2027.

Dublin fintech Barespace launches embedded finance platform to close SME funding gap in beauty sector

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Dublin-founded AI-powered software firm Barespace has launched Barespace Capital, an embedded finance platform giving hair and beauty salon owners direct access to growth funding. The firm has raised €4.68m in total funding to date.

NFP Ireland acquires Metis Ireland in €15m deal to expand private wealth division

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

NFP Ireland, the Irish arm of New York-based Aon company NFP, has acquired Limerick-founded financial planning firm Metis Ireland in a deal reportedly valued at €15m. Metis managing director Carl Widger joins NFP as head of Wealth and Financial Planning.

TCM Funding launches in Ireland to close R&D tax credit gap among SMEs

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

London-headquartered R&D tax credit advisory firm TCM Funding has launched in Ireland, citing a significant gap in uptake among Irish SMEs. Fewer than 2,000 companies currently claim the relief.

Search4Less named Gold Sponsor of Irish Accountancy Awards 2026

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Search4Less joins the Irish Accountancy Awards 2026 as Gold Sponsor, reinforcing the growing importance of accurate, real-time business intelligence in today’s accountancy and finance sector. The sponsorship reflects a shared commitment to professional excellence, innovation, and client-focused financial leadership ahead of the Irish Accountancy Awards Gala on 21 May 2026 at the Royal Dublin Convention Centre.

Dr. Caroline McGroary brings academic and professional expertise as judge for Irish Accountancy Awards 2026

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Dr. Caroline McGroary, Chartered Accountant, Fulbright Scholar, and Lecturer in Accounting at Dublin City University and Boston College, joins the judging panel of the Irish Accountancy Awards 2026, bringing extensive academic research and professional practice experience. Her appointment reflects the programme's commitment to rigorous, evidence-led evaluation as finalists prepare for recognition at the May 2026 gala.

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Women in Finance Awards 2026

Women in Finance Awards 2026

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Crowne Plaza Hotel, Santry

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Irish Accountancy Awards 2026

May 21st, 2026

Dublin Royal Convention Centre

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