Grant Thornton has appointed Stephen Tennant as its new chief executive in Ireland.
He will replace Michael McAteer, who first joined the firm in 1999.
Mr Tennant, who is currently head of financial services advisory in Grant Thornton will take over in the role on January 1.
"I am delighted to be taking on the role of CEO at a time when the Irish market is showing increased optimism and resilience despite global economic uncertainty," he said.
"This next chapter in the firm's history presents an opportunity to build on our incredible success to date and to cement our position in the market."
"Our international growth demonstrates our drive for excellence and bringing it to new industries will be our focus as we build the reputation of our firm’."
After working for Baker Tilly in the UK for around a decade, Mr Tennant joined Grant Thornton in 2009 and has been a partner since 2012.
He currently specialises in advising companies in financial distress, leading examinerships, receiverships and liquidations across multiple sectors, as well as working in personal insolvency.
Grant Thornton has grown rapidly in Ireland in recent years to now employ 3,000 staff and is expected to generate a turnover of €300m this year.
