The Irish Accountancy Awards will return for its fourth year, with a gala dinner taking place at the Mansion House on May 16th. According to Eugene Bortolozzo, chief executive of BusinessRiver, who organise the awards, this year’s programme will build on previous successes: “The level of interest for the 2019 programme has exceeded all expectations with an expected 30 per cent increase in the number of entrants. We are particularly pleased with the engagement from accountants and finance teams from nonpractice areas such as industry and state organisations.”
The awards also welcome Chartered Accountants Ireland for the first time who have joined as the professional body event partner. Barry Dempsey, chief executive Chartered Accountants Ireland said, “Chartered Accountants Ireland is delighted to support the Irish Accountancy Awards. The awards play an important role in recognising the achievements of the profession and highlight the central role it plays in continued economic growth. We view the initiative as being of considerable value to the profession and look forward to participating in the judging process and making our members aware of the benefits of entering.”
With the shortlist announcement only weeks away there's still time to enter
CPA Ireland, a founding professional partner to the awards, is encouraging all accountants to engage with the awards. Now in its fourth year of supporting the Accountancy Awards, chief executive Eamonn Siggins said: “CPA Ireland are delighted to support the Accountancy Awards again in 2019. In supporting the awards, we are supporting the achievements of our members who have both been nominated and won numerous awards over the past number of years. The role of the accountant is continuously evolving and by utilising technology, the Accountancy Awards recognises the contribution, commitment and impact that our members are making in the world of accountancy.”
With the shortlist announcement only weeks away there’s still time to enter the awards says judging co-ordinator, Anne Keogh, deputy CEO Pharmapod and former president ACCA Ireland.
“The awards are a great opportunity for accountants to have their work recognised and gain valuable publicity as a result. This year’s panel of judges is our strongest yet and we expect the bar to be set high. If you do enter and win an award it really says you are at the top of your game, which is a positive message to share with your team and clients.”
There are 20 categories (listed below) and there is no charge to make a submissions.
The extended deadline is March 15th and if you wish to enter, then a consultation with an awards submission consultant can be arranged by calling 01 5313834 or by emailing lauren@accountancyawards.ie
The Irish Accountancy Awards 2019 - Categories
- Practice of the Year
- Outstanding Contribution to Accountancy
- Large Practice of the Year
- Medium Practice of the Year
- Small Practice of the Year
- Start-up Practice of the Year
- Finance Team of the Year
- Tax Team of the Year
- Advisory Team of the Year
- Finance Director of the Year
- Employer of the Year
- Accountant of the Year – Practice
- Accountant of the Year – Industry
- Young Accountant of the Year – Practice
- Young Accountant of the Year – Industry
- Part-Qualified Accountant of the Year
- Best Use of Technology in Accountancy & Finance
- CSR Initiative of the Year
- Excellence in Sustainability
- Excellence in Education & Training
Visit www.accountancyawards.ie/ or call the entries team on 01 4070595 to find out more.
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