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21% of firms investing in climate tech, survey finds

Almost 70% of businesses believe climate technology is or will become essential to tackling climate change, according to a new survey by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA).

Business • 28 Oct

72% of Irish businesses had not taken steps to mitigate the potential impact of trade tariffs from the US, a survey shows

ACCA survey shows firms unprepared for impact of tariffs

72% of Irish businesses had not taken steps to mitigate the potential impact of trade tariffs from the US, new research from professional accountancy body ACCA has found.

Business • 16 Apr

The research reveals that just 17% of companies regularly rehearse their response to major disruptions.

Just 20% of firms prepared for climate-related disasters

Only 20% of businesses and organisations are prepared for climate-related disasters, new research reveals as the COP29 climate summit takes place.

Business • 13 Nov 24

Confidence grows amongst small businesses - ACCA

86% of small businesses in the financial sector performed as well as or better than forecast between January and March, new research shows.

Business • 21 May 24

Ireland compares more favourably to the rest of the world when it comes to workplace flexibility, the research shows.

Over 70% of accountants to seek pay rise in 2024

Over 70% of financial professionals in Ireland will seek a pay rise this year, new research shows.

Business • 09 Feb 24

Irish man appointed global president of ACCA

Retired finance lecturer Ronnie Patton, from Northern Ireland, has been elected president of the global professional accountancy body, the ACCA.

Business • 10 Nov 23

53% of businesses do not think the authorities have the expertise to address the scale of the challenge.

More action needed to tackle financial crime

Over half of businesses feel current regulations do not go far enough to protect them from the threat of financial crime, new research shows.

Business • 10 Jul 23

73% of employers surveyed said they were looking to help employees that were struggling financially.

Nearly half of employees seeking a pay rise

Nearly half of employees have recently or are currently seeking a pay rise from their employers, new research shows.

Business • 20 Apr 23

ACCA survey shows positive signs for Irish economy

The latest global survey from the ACCA reveals positive signs for Irish economic performance this year when compared to other major economies around the world.

Business • 13 Feb 23

Businesses will require their electricity and gas bills to complete the process

Revenue gives firms more time to submit TBESS claims

Revenue has extended the deadline for businesses to submit claims under the Temporary Business Energy Support Scheme (TBESS) for September.

Business • 30 Jan 23

28% rise in number of SMEs enquiring about liquidation

There was a 28% rise in the number of SMEs enquiring about liquidation options in the last three months of 2022, according to a new survey by professional accountancy body ACCA.

Business • 16 Jan 23

Most SMEs have positive outlook for 2023

84% of businesses are either as confident or more confident about the year ahead than they were 12 months ago, according to a new survey by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA).

Business • 14 Dec 22

The research reveals that on average costs for SMEs have increased by 25% since the start of the year.

15% of SMEs considering job cuts due to rising costs

15% of small and medium sized businesses in Ireland are considering laying off some staff when the Employment Wage Subsidy Scheme (EWSS) comes to an end - due to rising costs and falling profitability.

Business • 20 Apr 22

Orla Collins is the first female president from Ireland in the in 118-year history of the organisation

First Irish woman President of ACCA appointed

Dublin woman Orla Collins has been appointed President of the professional accounting body, ACCA.

Business • 19 Nov 21

ACCA calls for remote working fund for SMEs

The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) is calling on the Government to introduce a remote working fund for SMEs in Budget 2022, to support small businesses in adopting a remote working model for employees.

Business • 08 Oct 21

Report finds accountancy profession 'broadly inclusive'

61% of accountancy and finance professionals from across the world say they work in an environment free from harassment and discrimination, according to a new report by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants.

Business • 27 Jan 21

Orla Collins, Deputy President of the ACCA.

Orla Collins appointed Deputy President of ACCA

An Irishwoman has been appointed as Deputy President of the ACCA (the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) for the first time in its 116-year history.

Business • 26 Nov 20

Irish business confidence improves by 8% in Q3 - ACCA

Irish business confidence has improved by 8% in Q3 of 2020, its highest level since the middle of 2019, according to a new global survey by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants.

Business • 15 Oct 20

An ACCA survey found that confidence in the economy is down 20% and sits almost at record low levels

Firms want extension to wage subsidy scheme - ACCA

Irish firms want the Government's wage subsidy scheme extended for a longer period than is currently planned to give them more time to stabilise their businesses in the face of Covid-19.

Business • 07 Apr 20

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