If the hit television show Succession is anything to go by, succession planning is all about extraordinary levels of excess and vicious interpersonal relationships. In reality, succession planning is much more normal, nuanced, and varied, covering a wide range of…
VAT (Value-Added Tax) is an indirect tax applied to goods and services in many countries, including Ireland. It is added at each stage of the supply chain and is collected by businesses on behalf of the government. Most businesses in…
For business leaders and company owners, making the right tax decisions isn’t just about compliance. Compliance is very important, but making good tax decisions can also unlock opportunities for growth, minimise liabilities, and safeguard the future. Whether you’re a start-up…
VAT, or Value Added Tax, is a consumption tax. It is applied to the sale of most goods and services in Ireland at each stage of the supply chain, from production to the final sale to the consumer. It is…
Does your business need accounting services, bookkeeping services, or both? It is a common question, particularly for start-ups and businesses going through a rapid growth phase. Understanding the difference between accounting and bookkeeping will help you make the right decision…
Businesses are restructured for various reasons, from dealing with the most difficult of challenges to taking advantage of growth opportunities and everything in between. There are also various ways to restructure a business in Ireland, with some more complex than…
A management buyout is where a business is sold to its management team. It is an alternative to selling the business to a third party or merging it with another company. Management buyouts can also be an alternative to a…
Due diligence is an essential process in mergers and acquisitions. It is also beneficial when making investment or funding decisions. In summary, due diligence is a comprehensive appraisal of a business to sanity check decisions, uncover unknown information, and mitigate…
Mergers, joint ventures, and acquisitions are common corporate restructuring strategies for Irish businesses, large and small. What is the difference between each of the options, when are they most relevant, and what are the potential legal and regulatory issues that…
Questions about statutory audits are among the most commonly asked by business owners and directors. This is understandable given the strict regulations that govern the statutory audit process. So, what is a statutory audit? Let’s start with a brief summary.…