We offer a range of services to our clients including bookkeeping, statutory accounts preparation, tax compliance and company secretarial work.
Katie Quinlan FCCA is the Principal of the firm, providing accounting, advisory and outsourced finance services to owner-managed businesses, SMEs and growing companies across Ireland.
With over 15 years’ experience across both professional practice and senior industry roles, Katie brings a depth of commercial and technical expertise to her work with clients. She has held Financial Controller and Head of Finance positions within Irish and multinational organisations, alongside senior audit roles with Big 4 firms including Deloitte and EY. This breadth of experience allows her to support clients not only with compliance and statutory requirements, but with the strategic financial insight needed to support sustainable business growth.
Katie is a Chartered Certified Accountant (FCCA) and holds a First Class Honours degree in Financial Mathematics & Economics from NUI Galway.
Throughout her career, she has worked closely with business owners, senior management teams and boards advising on financial performance, cashflow management, internal controls, budgeting and reporting across a wide range of sectors including retail, healthcare, manufacturing, life sciences and not-for-profit.
In addition to providing traditional accounting and tax services, Katie specialises in outsourced Financial Controller and CFO services. This service is designed for businesses that require senior-level financial expertise but do not yet need a full-time, in-house finance function. Acting as a trusted finance partner, Katie supports clients with management and board reporting, forecasting, audit liaison, process improvement and strategic decision-making.
Katie is known for her practical, proactive and approachable style. She takes the time to understand each client’s business and objectives, providing tailored advice and hands-on support that evolves as the business grows.
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Questions
Why do I need an accountant?
Isn’t it just larger businesses that need an accountant?
Of course not, even the smallest business can benefit from advice on ways to minimise tax and manage their accounts. If you prefer, we can handle all of your bookkeeping, regular management accounts and VAT returns on your behalf.
The added benefit of us being involved is that having prepared the books it makes the final accounts much easier, saving time and keeping costs down.
Is it expensive to use an accountant?
Working with an accountant is an added cost to any business. However, the cost should be offset by the value they add. We work closely with our clients to achieve their goals. By getting to know you and your business well, we can tailor what we do specifically for your needs and your strategy, thereby adding value.
How do you charge?
We aim to provide you with a fixed fee quote that will cover the areas we will work on together. This will be based on the complexity and volume of the tasks involved. Should any additional assignments come up during the year then we will provide a quote in advance, unless the matter is urgent and it is in your best interests to take action on your behalf. We offer you the chance to pay our fees monthly and avoid having a large invoice in one go, which helps your cashflow.
Can I maintain my own accounting records?
If you want to keep your own accounting records, then that is fine. If you need some help then we can give you some training. Ensuring that you understand the best way to prepare your accounting information makes it easier for us to complete your accounts or tax return. If we do this for you then you can concentrate on running your business.
I've been up and running for a couple of years. How can you help me?
Sometimes it helps to have a fresh pair of eyes look at your business. We will listen to you and firstly understand the history of the business and then how you want to develop it. We can carry out a “healthcheck” of the operating systems, management and financial reporting in place; advise on any matters arising and recommend any actions required. All designed to match up with your goals, which we established at the outset.
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