We are delighted to be recognised inthe Top 100 Companies Leading in WellbeingIndex. This index, published by Business & Finance in partnership with Ibec, acknowledges companies across Ireland that are leading the way for employee wellbeing and who, through their commitment to instilling a best practice approach, have made a lasting impact on their employees and on the business community.
“We are very proud to have been included in the Top 100 in Wellbeinglist. Having received the IbecKeepWell Mark Accreditation in August 2020, continuously improving our workplace wellbeing practices across all levels of the business has remained a key priority for us. We will continue to strive towards achieving the ultimate goal of providing the highest standard of workplace health, wellbeing, and safety for our employees.”
Speaking about the launch of the Index, Ibec CEO, Danny McCoy commented:
“It is encouraging to note the diversity of industries spanning the full breadth and scope of the Irish economy that are represented in this index. These 100 companies that we are celebrating today are leading the way in workplace wellbeing and their commitment to instilling a best practice approach to wellbeing has made a lasting impact on their employees and on the business community.”
https://www.crowleysdfk.ie/wp-content/uploads/Leading-in-Wellbeing.png6281200Alison Bourkehttps://www.crowleysdfk.ie/wp-content/uploads/crowleysdf-chartered-accountants-1.pngAlison Bourke2021-04-22 10:47:492022-04-28 09:12:50Crowleys DFK Recognised in Top 100 Companies Leading in Wellbeing Index 2021
Crowleys DFK has become the first indigenous accountancy firm to be awarded the prestigious Ibec KeepWell Mark; an evidence-based accreditation and award that recognises Irish employers for investing in workplace health and wellbeing.
(L-R) Colette Nagle, COO and Head of Corporate Social Responsibility and James O’Connor, Managing Partner of Crowleys DFK
The aim of the KeepWell Mark is to help businesses benchmark workplace wellbeing activity focusing holistically on eight key areas: leadership, absence management, smoke free, physical activity, health and safety, mental health, healthy eating and intoxicants.
Speaking about this achievement, Colette Nagle, COO and Head of Corporate Social Responsibility said:
“I am delighted and very proud that Ibec has awarded us The KeepWell Mark accreditation. At Crowleys DFK, we have long recognised the importance of making the health, wellbeing and safety of our employees a top priority. We have made a strong commitment to improve our workplace wellbeing practices across all levels of the business which will positively impact our current team and new recruits including those who will join us through our Graduate Recruitment Programme.”
The robust accreditation process for the award culminated with a personalised report outlining strengths and areas for improvement which will assist Crowleys DFK to chart its way to further success when it comes to employee wellbeing.
The firm’s initiatives as part of their Employee Health and Wellbeing Programme include flexible working hours, safeguard policies and supports, professional development and training, birthday leave, early Friday finish during the summer, sports and social activities and employee wellness events.
In the current pandemic, the firm has responded to the Covid crisis by introducing virtual fitness classes and sports and social events, healthy recipe competitions, wellness and mental health webinars and an Employee Assistance Programme.
James O’Connor, Managing Partner said:
“This is a wonderful achievement. Not only has it reassured us that our health and wellbeing strategy is on the right path but it has also strengthened our commitment to strive for continuous improvement. We now have clear guidance on what we need to focus on to achieve the ultimate goal of providing the highest standard of workplace health, wellbeing, and safety.”
Commenting Sophie Moran, Programme Manager of The KeepWell Mark in Ibec said:
“We’re delighted to award Crowleys DFK with The KeepWell Mark™ accreditation. The commitment they have demonstrated to supporting the health and wellbeing of their employees is to be highly commended, and we hope their efforts will inspire many other organisations to approach wellbeing as a strategic priority both now and in the future.”
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At Crowleys DFK, we are celebrating the success of our five FAE Students, who all passed their final exams with Chartered Accountants Ireland (ICAI).
Managing Partner, James O’Connor, said:
“I am delighted for our FAE students and the 100% success rate again in this year’s exams. I congratulate each of them in reaching this milestone in their careers as Chartered Accountants. Everyone at Crowleys DFK is very proud of them and their achievements, particularly considering the extra challenges they had studying and sitting exams in these unprecedented times.”
James concluded:
“I believe our students’ record of consistently achieving first class results in professional exams is a testament to our Graduate Programme and our ability to provide a supportive and hands-on learning environment.”
Partners from accountancy firms Crowleys DFK & Anne Brady McQuillans DFK pictured announcing both firms are to merge.
Accountancy firms and fellow DFK International members Crowleys DFK and Anne Brady McQuillans DFK have announced they are to merge on 1 January 2020.
The amalgamated firm, which will operate under the Crowleys DFK name, will see Anne Brady McQuillans DFK partners Natalie Kelly and Niall Grant, along with their team of 22 staff, move to Crowleys DFK’s existing Dublin offices at College Green. With a combined annual fee income of over €8 million, 110 staff and ten partners, the merger consolidates the firm as one of Ireland’s leading indigenous accounting, tax and advisory firms.
Announcing the merger of accountancy firms Crowleys DFK and Anne Brady McQuillans DFK are (pictured l-r) James O’Connor (Managing Partner, Crowleys DFK) and Natalie Kelly (Partner, Anne Brady McQuillans DFK).
James O’Connor, Managing Partner of Crowleys DFK, said: “When initial discussions began between the two firms, we quickly saw a distinct alignment both in the benefits of what our combined service offering would bring to our clients and the cultural fit for our staff. And with the creation of 40 new jobs in Dublin and Cork over the next two years in areas such as Internal Audit, IT Audit, Risk Management, Advisory, Cloud Accounting, Public Sector Services and Tax, the merger allows us evolve to meet the growing needs of our collective national and international clients.”
Natalie Kelly, Partner at Anne Brady McQuillans DFK, said: “We are delighted with this merger, which will offer clients increased strength and depth across many areas of expertise and will enable us to develop new services and specialisms. Similarly, our staff will have the opportunity to further develop their careers and to gain knowledge in a range of sectors. We’re looking forward to working with our new colleagues and developing the synergies between the two firms.”
Founded 44 years ago, Crowleys DFK has a client base that includes indigenous owner-managed businesses, and subsidiaries and European headquarters of overseas SME and multinational companies. Anne Brady McQuillans DFK evolved in 2005 when Anne Brady DFK merged with McQuillans DFK. The firm boasts a very strong SME sector client base and an impressive network of connections in the Leinster region.
Both firms are members of DFK International, the international association of independent accounting firms spanning 92 countries, and have a history of working within the network to provide clients with an integrated and robust global service.
An Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs, Simon Coveney joined James O’Connor, Managing Partner of accountancy firm Crowleys DFK today at the firm’s recently refurbished Cork office in Lapps Quay to announce the creation of 40 new jobs in Cork and Dublin over the coming two years.
Crowleys DFK is one of Ireland’s leading indigenous accounting, tax and advisory firms. Founded 44 years ago in Cork, the firm has experienced three consecutive years of over 20% growth and currently employs 90 staff across both cities.
Recruitment is underway as the firm looks to fill roles across a range of specialties including Internal Audit, IT Audit, Risk Management, Advisory, Cloud Accounting and Public Sector Services as well as roles in its core Assurance and Tax Departments. Of the 40 new hires, 26 will be filled by experienced candidates with college graduates filing the remaining 14 roles.
James O’Connor, Managing Partner of Crowleys DFK, said at today’s announcement: “We are delighted to announce these 40 new jobs across our Cork and Dublin offices. Our business has changed dramatically in recent years. The demand for access to trusted and experienced business advisors has resulted in an increased need for more innovative client solutions. Therefore, in conjunction with these 40 new roles we will also be investing in new technologies and introducing new service lines including Data Analytics, Business Process Improvement and HR and Marketing Consultancy.”
Crowleys DFK’s client base includes indigenous owner-managed businesses, and subsidiaries and European headquarters of overseas SME and multi-national companies. The firm’s national presence in Ireland is supported by their international reach through DFK International. Crowleys DFK has been a member of this global network of independent accounting and business advisory firms since 1993.
An Tánaiste Simon Coveney said: “I’m delighted to be here today for this significant announcement of 40 new jobs. Crowleys DFK is a great example of a local business achieving national and global success through ambition, innovation and a commitment to investing in talent. I’m particularly pleased to see Crowleys DFK provide career opportunities not only for homegrown and overseas professionals but also for our next generation of talent through their graduate programme.”
An Tánaiste and James O’Connor were joined by Gloria Ramasia and Robert Graham, two new staff members of Crowleys DFK. Gloria Ramasia said: “I am thrilled to be starting my career with Crowleys DFK – it is a company that is really thinking about the future of our industry and I look forward to being part of it”.
“We believe this announcement is an important building block in our future growth. It also highlights our commitment to providing innovative service offerings to help our clients navigate the complex and sometimes challenging issues of today’s modern economy. The continued success and growth of the firm is a testament to the dedication and hard work of all our staff. I am excited with these new developments and what the future holds for Crowleys DFK”, James O’Connor concluded.
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27 August 2019 – Crowleys DFK, one of Ireland’s leading accounting, tax and advisory firms, is delighted to announce the appointment of David Coombes as a Partner in its Public Sector Services Department.
Pictured: (l-r) James O’Connor, Managing Partner and David Coombes, Partner, Public Sector Services
David joins the partner group having previously held the position of Director within the Public Sector Services team. David joined the firm in 2006 and is highly experienced leading public sector financial and business advisory assignments in areas such as financial reporting framework implementation, management information system design, strategic finance support, risk management and governance compliance.
Commenting on the appointment, Managing Partner, James O’Connor said, “David’s appointment, along with our other senior promotions announcement last month, reflects the firm’s continued strong growth and our commitment to the long-term career development of our staff. I am delighted to see so many of our people moving ahead in their careers.
I would like to congratulate David on this important career milestone. His appointment is a thoroughly deserved recognition of the outstanding contribution he has made to the growth of the practice over the years and for his hard work and commitment to the firm and to our clients.”
Pictured: (l-r) Vincent Teo, Partner and Head of Public Sector Services and David Coombes, Partner, Public Sector Services
According to Vincent Teo, Partner and Head of the Public Sector Services Department, “Crowleys DFK remains one of only a handful of accountancy firms in Ireland with a dedicated Public Sector Department. As the Department reports rapid year on year growth, it is important for us to have strong leadership to carry on this momentum, and to ensure that we deliver a seamless and consistent service to our public sector clients as they navigate the substantial financial reporting, governance and internal control compliance that is placed upon them.
David’s appointment will provide a great boost to the leadership team. He is consistently well regarded by clients and is a great addition to our partner group.”
Commenting on his promotion to Partner, David Coombes said: “I’m delighted to have been given this opportunity and feel very fortunate to be part of a firm which offers the best career development opportunities possible for its staff. I see an exciting future ahead for both the firm and the Public Sector Services Department. I look forward to working closely with the Partners and our talented team to continue to grow the firm and broaden our services to our clients.”
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10 brave souls from Crowleys DFK took to the skies last month in an effort to raise funds and awareness for Cork ARC Cancer Support House.
Crowleys DFK have been working with Charity Partner of the Year, Cork ARC, since the beginning of 2019. Cork ARC offer invaluable specialist professional services and emotional support to people with cancer and their families. The majority of their running costs are based on voluntary donations and fundraising efforts. Witnessing first-hand the fantastic work of Cork ARC, inspired 10 Crowleys DFK employees to take to the skies and plunge 10,000ft from an airplane at a speed of 200km per hour. The goal of this skydive was to raise awareness and funds to help Cork ARC continue providing their services free of charge.
The group took the leap for charity at the Irish Parachute Club in Offaly in June 2019. Setting out with an initial fundraising target of €2,600, their incredible efforts have raised over €6,500 for Cork ARC.
For many of the group, it was their first skydive and there are already plans to make it an annual event!
A big well done to all participants and sponsors for getting involved in such a worthy cause.
Managing Partner, James O’Connor, said: “We are delighted to announce these exciting new promotions. They are well-deserved and reflect the hard work, professional growth and commitment of all those promoted.”
New Directors Shane Moloney and Donna Gould joined Crowleys DFK as Chartered Accountant trainees in 2012 and 2010 respectively.
After qualifying, Shane moved from audit into the firm’s advisory team, specialising in Cloud Accounting and Business Process Improvement Services. Recently he has led a number of high-level client advisory assignments, including implementing business outsourcing and performance improvement projects for clients across a range of sectors.
Previously a Manager in the firm’s Accounting Services Department, Donna played a central role in the expansion of the Department in recent years. She is highly regarded by clients in both the public and private sectors and her promotion to Accounting Services Director further strengthens this core business service and ensures that the Department is well placed to continue to grow.
Emma Hanifin also joined the firm as a Chartered Accountant trainee. Her high quality project management skills and dedication to exceptional service delivery sees her promoted to Advisory Manager, specialising in Project Advisory Services.
An experienced Internal Auditor, Rosalyn Banua has been promoted to Manager of the firm’s Governance, Risk and Compliance Department. Since joining the firm in 2015, Rosa has worked with an extensive portfolio of publicly funded bodies, semi-state agencies and private sector organisations.
James concluded: “We believe that these promotions are an important building block in our future growth ambitions and the further enhancement of our services to clients. It also highlights our commitment to the long-term career development of our staff.”
Crowleys DFK is delighted to announce Cork ARC Cancer Support House as its inaugural Charity Partner of the Year for 2019.
Speaking about the announcement, James O’Connor, Crowleys DFK Managing Partner said,
“Crowleys DFK has a long history of successfully fundraising for and contributing to a wide variety of very worthy charities and causes over the years. The launch of our Charity of the Year Programme enables us to channel the charitable efforts of the firm and our staff to support an Irish charity each year and make a meaningful impact”.
The selection of Cork ARC Cancer Support House as the 2019 charity was as a result of a staff charity nomination process.
Over the coming year, Crowleys DFK staff in Dublin and Cork will organise, fundraise, and participate in a number of events to raise funds in aid of Cork ARC. We will also promote awareness of the range of invaluable specialist professional services and emotional support Cork ARC offers people with cancer and their families. Details of the programme events will be announced over the coming weeks and months.
Colette Nagle, Head of Corporate Social Responsibility at Crowleys DFK added,
“We are proud to support Cork ARC and play a part in supporting the great work that they do. We are looking forward to fundraising as much as we can for them through various events and activities. Our Charity of the Year Programme is just one way we can make a difference to the communities we work in.”
CEO of Cork ARC Cancer Support House, Aileen O’Neill said
“Cork ARC are delighted to be chosen as Crowley’s DFK charity partner. We look forward to their support for 2019, and to making a continued positive impact on the lives of all those affected by cancer in our community.’’
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Crowleys DFK was awarded the DFK UK & Ireland Firm of the Year 2018 at the recent DFK UK & Ireland Annual Conference in Glasgow.
DFK International is a major international association of independent firms and business advisors that has been meeting the needs of clients with interests in more than one country for over 50 years. The association has over 400 offices in over 90 countries. The firm has been a committed member of the association since 1992.
Crowleys DFK was recognised for its positive contribution to DFK UK & Ireland over the past year.
Managing Partner James O’Connor commented, “We are delighted that Crowleys DFK have been recognised by our colleagues for our commitment to servicing our clients’ needs internationally.”
Crowleys DFK is a seven partner firm with offices in Cork and Dublin and has grown significantly in recent years.
James stated, “Our international affiliation is a distinctive feature of the firm and provides our clients with an integrated and robust global delivery mechanism across the world.”
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