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6.3.2023

EisnerAmper supports LauraLynn’s Annual Heroes Ball

EisnerAmper supports LauraLynn's Annual Heroes Ball | CSR | EisnerAmper Ireland

The EisnerAmper Ireland Team was delighted to support, and attend, LauraLynn’s Annual Heroes Ball.

The Charity Ball took place on Saturday, 4 March in the Mansion House, Dawson Street, Dublin. It was a special night to celebrate all the Heroes who come through the doors of LauraLynn Children’s Hospice. We are delighted to be partnering with LauraLynn as a Corporate Partner for the fourth year running, helping LauraLynn to support children with life-limiting conditions and their families to live as fulfilling lives as possible.

EisnerAmper supports LauraLynn's Annual Heroes Ball | CSR | EisnerAmper Ireland

The Heroes Ball has become known as one of the most fun-filled charity balls in the calendar. The Ball, which was hosted by Miriam O’Callaghan, included a gala dinner and drinks along with entertainment from Perfect Day. The night also included a Charity Auction hosted by Alan Shortt with prizes including art, holidays, and personal training sessions.

LauraLynn Children’s Hospice’s mission is to provide a Community of Care that delivers evidence-based, personalised services to children with palliative care needs, complex care needs and complex disabilities, while also providing family support services and a home to their residents where quality-of-life is paramount.

To learn more about LauraLynn or to make a donation, please click here.

At EisnerAmper Ireland, we care about business and we care about the people we work with in business.

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is integral to how we do business and manage interactions, not just with our employees and clients but also our wider community and society as a whole. As a professional services firm, demonstrating ethical high performance in all aspects of our work and how we run our Firm is fundamental to our success.  Learn more about our CSR policy here and our CSR initiatives here.

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1.3.2023

Does Sustainability Reporting impact Business Conduct?

Does Sustainability Reporting impact business conduct? | ESG Insights | EisnerAmper Ireland

Definitely.  Under the new EU Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), companies must disclose information on business conduct matters, including:  

  • corporate culture;
  • relationships with suppliers;
  • avoiding corruption and bribery;
  • protection of whistle-blowers;
  • animal welfare; and
  • payment practices

These requirements are set out in the (draft) European Sustainability Reporting Standard G1 – Business ConductCompanies must describe the role and the expertise of administrative, management and supervisory bodies, and the process to identify and assess material impacts, risks and opportunities arising from business conduct matters.   

Preparing meaningful disclosures under the Business Conduct standard will require companies to re-examine how they conduct business at the deepest level.  Boards and Executives will need to embrace sustainability by adopting  transparent business practices aligned with the global frameworks embodied in the standardAdopting these business practices will benefit your business and all stakeholders.  Putting your head in the sand is not an option.

At EisnerAmper we make sustainability simply sustainable.

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Learn more about our ESG Services here. 

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The content above is provided for general information purposes only and is not intended to provide, nor does it constitute, professional advice on any particular matter. If you would like more information or would like to discuss any of the topics raised above, please contact the author(s).

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24.2.2023

EisnerAmper Ireland hosts Alumni Reunion 2023

Alumni Reunion | Latest News | Financial Services | EisnerAmper Ireland

On Thursday 23rd February, we were delighted to host our first EisnerAmper Alumni Reunion since 2019 in the Blue Room at the Dean Hotel.  It was a fantastic evening and provided an opportunity for both current and former team members to catch up while enjoying delicious food and drinks in the heart of Dublin.

Alastair MacDonald, Managing Partner, welcomed our guests and emphasised the importance of our Alumni Community to EisnerAmper. It also provided an opportunity to update our Alumni on the Firm’s progress including the appointment of seven new Partners since 2019.

Included below is a selection of photos from the evening.

Alumni Reunion | Latest News | Financial Services | EisnerAmper Ireland

L to R: Alastair MacDonald, Tom Brennan, Yevgeniy Podkladnev and Audrey Rigley-Smyth

Alumni Reunion | Latest News | Financial Services | EisnerAmper Ireland

L to R: Hannah Willis, Thomas Territt, Sarah Ryan and Aideen Conneely

Alumni Reunion | Latest News | Financial Services | EisnerAmper Ireland

L to R: Maureen Smyth, Andrew Stokes, Jennifer Kelly and Brian Frawley

Alumni Reunion | Latest News | Financial Services | EisnerAmper Ireland

L to R: Hannah Willis, Liz Cahill and Kun Liu

Alumni Reunion | Latest News | Financial Services | EisnerAmper Ireland

L to R: Ian Wilson, Philip Bergin, David Marmion and Emma Guilfoyle

Alumni Reunion | Latest News | Financial Services | EisnerAmper Ireland

L to R: David Gaule, Dean Roche and David Marmion

We care about business and we care about the people we work with in business.

At EisnerAmper Ireland, our happy, healthy and productive team design and deliver sustainable services and solutions to make trade happen. For more information on our services, click here.

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22.2.2023

Is the European Green Deal a BIG DEAL for my business?

Is the European Green Deal a BIG DEAL for my business? | ESG Insights | EisnerAmper Ireland

Yes, and here are a few reasons why –

The European Green Deal aims to decouple economic growth from resource use and ensure that all regions and Union citizens participate in a socially just transition to a sustainable economic system whereby no person and no place is left behind. This is addressed through several policy initiatives, including the Non-Financial Reporting Directive (NFRD), the Taxonomy Directive, the Sustainable Finance Reporting Directive (SFDR) and the Corporate Sustainability Directive (CSRD).

As part of the Green Deal initiative, the CSRD requires all in-scope companies to publish a comprehensive Annual Sustainability Report starting from 2024, including policies, business models, targets, actions and metrics, and how these are aligned with environment, social and governance objectives. This directive expands on the NFRD by bringing many more companies into scope and requiring more extensive disclosures. Companies will need to assess the impact of their actions on the environment, employees and communities in addition to considering the risks to their business from climate change and other external factors. This impact and risk assessment informs the policies, targets, actions and metrics to be disclosed.

But, transitioning to a sustainable business model also has direct benefits for your business:

  • customers demand more sustainable products and services;
  • employees want their work to be fair and positive for the environment;
  • investors seek out opportunities to deploy their capital responsibly; and
  • communities favour companies that care.

Preparing to tell a compelling and verifiable story in your first Annual Sustainability Report will shape your transition to a sustainable business model, and bring lasting benefits to your business and all stakeholders.

Going sustainable is simply good business.

At EisnerAmper we make sustainability simply sustainable.

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The content above is provided for general information purposes only and is not intended to provide, nor does it constitute, professional advice on any particular matter. If you would like more information or would like to discuss any of the topics raised above, please contact the author(s).

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15.2.2023

Already gone green, so what’s the fuss?

Already gone green, so what's the fuss? | ESG Insights | EisnerAmper Ireland

The fuss is that most businesses are only scratching the sustainability surface.  The EU Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) which was adopted by the European Council on 28 November 2022 is a game changer. 

All EU companies that exceed any two of:  

  • 250 employees;  
  • €20 million turnover; or  
  • €40 million total assets,  

will be required to publish a comprehensive Annual Sustainability Report, together with their 2025 Annual Financial Report.  The Sustainability Report must comply with the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS) developed by the European Financial Reporting Advisory Group (EFRAG).  The first set of draft standards includes 84 Disclosure Requirements across Environment, Social and Governance topics. These standards will be complemented by sector specific standards.  

EU Commissioner Mairead McGuiness noted as hugely significant that, for the first time, the EU is putting sustainability reporting on an equal footing with financial reporting – “We need accurate and reliable information to ensure that investments are being made towards a more sustainable future. This is ground-breaking legislation.”  

Businesses that transparently report sustainable policies, actions and metrics will attract investors, customers and employees, adding long-term value for all stakeholders. 

At EisnerAmper we make sustainability simply sustainable. 

How EisnerAmper Ireland can help 

At EisnerAmper Ireland,we have the technical knowledge to simplify the complexity of your regulatory, compliance and reporting obligations, and the business experience to support your sustainability transformation.  We apply our proven governance, risk, accounting and assurance methodologies to deliver practical and sustainable solutions, tailored for your business.  

Our sustainability solutions and services enable you to:
  • Understand how ESG impacts your business, workforce, customers, and community;  
  • Develop your sustainability goals, policies and relevant metrics;  
  • Map your current state to the regulatory requirements;  
  • Design action plans to remediate and enhance processes;  
  • Tell a compelling and verifiable story in your Sustainability Report;  
  • Prepare for independent assurance on your sustainability disclosures; and  
  • Embed sustainability in your continuous improvement business cycle.  

If we can help you or your business in any way, please do get in touch – we’d be delighted to help. 

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Learn more about our ESG Services here. 

Authors

The content above is provided for general information purposes only and is not intended to provide, nor does it constitute, professional advice on any particular matter. If you would like more information or would like to discuss any of the topics raised above, please contact the author(s).

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3.2.2023

Making Sustainability Simply Sustainable

Making Sustainability Simply Sustainable | ESG Insights | EisnerAmper Ireland

The European Green Deal is a roadmap to making the EU’s economy sustainable by turning climate and environmental challenges into opportunities across all policy areas and making the transition fair and inclusive for all.  

In implementing the Green Deal, the EU has introduced several new policy instruments, including the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), which will require companies in scope to disclose information on:  

  • risks and opportunities arising from social and environmental issues; and 
  • impacts of their activities on people and the environment.  

This will help investors, civil society organisations, consumers and other stakeholders to evaluate the sustainability performance of companies, alongside their financial performance.  

The CSRD extends the scope and reporting requirements of existing EU corporate reporting initiatives, such as the Non-Financial Reporting Directive (NFRD) and the Taxonomy Directive.  The transition to a sustainable economy means that collecting and sharing reliable sustainability information is good business practice for companies of all sizes.

Transitioning to a sustainable business model will prepare you to tell a compelling and verifiable story in your Annual Sustainability Report, and deliver value for all stakeholders, making a difference for business, communities and the planet.

At EisnerAmper we make sustainability simply sustainable. 

How EisnerAmper Ireland can help 

At EisnerAmper Ireland,we have the technical knowledge to simplify the complexity of your regulatory, compliance and reporting obligations, and the business experience to support your sustainability transformation.  We apply our proven governance, risk, accounting and assurance methodologies to deliver practical and sustainable solutions, tailored for your business.  

Our sustainability solutions and services enable you to:
  • Understand how ESG impacts your business, workforce, customers, and community;  
  • Develop your sustainability goals, policies and relevant metrics;  
  • Map your current state to the regulatory requirements;  
  • Design action plans to remediate and enhance processes;  
  • Tell a compelling and verifiable story in your Sustainability Report;  
  • Prepare for independent assurance on your sustainability disclosures; and  
  • Embed sustainability in your continuous improvement business cycle.  

If we can help you or your business in any way, please do get in touch – we’d be delighted to help. 

Contact Us

Learn more about our ESG Services here. 

Authors

The content above is provided for general information purposes only and is not intended to provide, nor does it constitute, professional advice on any particular matter. If you would like more information or would like to discuss any of the topics raised above, please contact the author(s).

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1.2.2023

EisnerAmper joins LauraLynn for 150k in February Challenge

LauraLynn 150k in February Challenge | CSR | EisnerAmper Ireland

EisnerAmper Ireland is delighted to announce the continuation of our partnership with LauraLynn Children’s Hospice for the fourth year running. EisnerAmper’s partnership with LauraLynn helps the charity to support children with life-limiting conditions and their families to live as fulfilling lives as possible.

EisnerAmper is delighted to be participating in LauraLynn’s first fundraiser of 2023 – 150k in February Challenge. The charity initiative is running from 1 to 28 February and our team members have been set the task of either walking, jogging or running 150k over the course of the month while raising money for the charity through our group JustGiving page. As part of our happy, healthy and productive Firm, this challenge is the perfect opportunity to blow away the January cobwebs and for our team members to get together outside of the office and raise funds for such a worthy cause.

LauraLynn Children’s Hospice fundraises and supports children and families from all 26 counties with the aim of enhancing the quality of life for families in their care.

Learn more or donate here.

At EisnerAmper Ireland, we care about business and we care about the people we work with in business.

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is integral to how we do business and manage interactions, not just with our employees and clients but also our wider community and society as a whole.  As a professional services firm, demonstrating ethical high performance in all aspects of our work and how we run our Firm is fundamental to our success.  Learn more about our CSR policy here and our CSR initiatives here.

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20.12.2022

EisnerAmper hosts Christmas Party and ‘Doing Great Work Awards’ for 2022

EisnerAmper hosts Christmas Party and 'Doing Great Work Awards' for 2022 | CSR | Latest News

On Friday 16 December, EisnerAmper Ireland hosted its annual Christmas Party and our sixth Annual Employee Awards in Merrion Cricket Club, Donnybrook, Dublin 4.

The evening included a drinks reception and dinner, EisnerAmper Ireland’s annual ‘Doing Great Work Awards’, and music by our very own talented team members.

EisnerAmper hosts Christmas Party and 'Doing Great Work Awards' for 2022 | CSR | Latest News

Some of our team members

The awards were presented to EisnerAmper Ireland’s team members who have demonstrated how they “love doing great work” in 2022.  The winners were awarded a crystal plaque to celebrate their achievements by Frank Keane, Partner and Cian Collins, Partner. The areas staff were asked to vote on were “Quality”, “People”, “Operational Excellence” and “Design Thinking & Growth”, bringing to life the elements of our Firm’s Art of Practice.  The winners for 2022 were:

EisnerAmper hosts Christmas Party and 'Doing Great Work Awards' for 2022 | Award Winners

Some of our ‘Doing Great Work Awards’ winners

We care about business and we care about the people we work with in business.

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is integral to how we do business and manage interactions, not just with our employees and clients but also our wider community and society as a whole.  As a professional services firm, demonstrating ethical high performance in all aspects of our work and how we run our Firm is fundamental to our success.  Learn more about our CSR policy here and our CSR initiatives here.

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15.12.2022

New Partner Appointment at EisnerAmper Ireland

New Partner Appointment at EisnerAmper Ireland | Peter MacDonald | Latest News

We are delighted to announce the expansion of our leadership team with our appointment of Peter MacDonald as Audit and ESG Advisory Partner.

Peter’s appointment represents a further strengthening of our teams advising the Financial Services, International Business and Government sectors while adding significant experience and expertise to our Partner group and our team of specialist accountants, tax advisors and risk & regulatory experts.

As ESG Advisory Partner, Peter leads our ESG compliance and reporting services and advises clients on embedding ESG and sustainability within their strategy, operations and reporting.  As Audit Partner, Peter provides audit services to leading Irish corporates and international companies doing business in and through Ireland.

With 30 years audit and advisory leadership experience, Peter served as partner with the Big 4 in Ireland and internationally.  Peter’s experience includes leadership risk and quality roles, in addition to senior partner on the audit of international banks, central banks, insurers, lessors, asset management entities and other listed and regulated entities.

Specialist services delivered by a market leading team

Peter’s appointment reflects EisnerAmper’s strategy to deliver market leading services and solutions through a combination of specialist expertise, robust methodologies, innovative use of technology and a globally connected team.

If you have any queries or if we can assist you in any way, please do not hesitate to contact Peter.

 

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14.12.2022

EisnerAmper takes part in Christmas Jumper Day for LauraLynn Children’s Hospice

On Wednesday 14 December, EisnerAmper Ireland held a Christmas Jumper Day, with staff wearing Christmas jumpers to the office in aid of LauraLynn Children’s Hospice.

LauraLynn Children’s Hospice fundraises and supports children and their families from all 26 counties with the aim of enhancing the quality of life for families in their care.

The day was a great success and we are delighted to support such a worthy cause, especially at Christmas time.

To find out how you can donate, click here.

We care about business and we care about the people we work with in business.

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is integral to how we do business and manage interactions, not just with our employees and clients but also our wider community and society as a whole.  As a professional services firm, demonstrating ethical high performance in all aspects of our work and how we run our firm is fundamental to our success.  Learn more about our CSR policy here and our CSR initiatives here.

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28.11.2022

EisnerAmper hosts Exclusive Screening of Matilda The Musical

EisnerAmper Ireland was delighted to host a screening of Matilda The Musical on Saturday afternoon, 26 November, in Movies @ Dundrum for friends of the Firm and their families.

Following the very successful multi-award-winning musical from the Royal Shakespeare Company, inspired by the beloved book by Roald Dahl, Matilda tells the story of an extraordinary girl who, armed with a sharp mind and a vivid imagination, dares to take a stand to change her story against her cruel family and school teacher with miraculous results.

It was a most enjoyable afternoon and provided an opportunity for friends of the Firm to catch up with members of our team and enjoy the exclusive screening.

We care about business and we care about the people we work with in business.

EisnerAmper Ireland’s multi-disciplinary Financial Services team has a broad range of skill-sets and experience with backgrounds in the areas of banking, industry and accounting. Through our team’s understanding and experience of the financial services sector we provide audit, tax, risk & regulatory, outsourcing and advisory services to clients doing business, raising capital and investing in Ireland and Europe.

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25.11.2022

Key Outcomes from COP27

Key Outcomes from COP27 | ESG | EisnerAmper Ireland

The 27th Conference of the Parties on Climate Change (COP27) took place in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt from November 6th to 20th 2022. It saw political leaders, climate activists, NGO observers and journalists from almost 200 countries coming together to progress the setting and achieving of the world’s collective climate goals.

A milestone decision was reached as wealthy countries agreed to pay for climate damages in developing nations. However, this was somewhat undermined by the lack of progress on the phasing out of fossil fuels.

Key Outcomes

New climate change Loss-and-Damage Fund agreed

Policymakers from wealthy countries, which account for the majority of historical Greenhouse Gas emissions, have agreed to establish a new fund to support victims of climate disasters. This major milestone comes after developing countries had sought financial aid for almost three decades to help rescue and rebuild efforts after extreme weather events. The fund will assist countries such as Pakistan where floods earlier this year caused an estimated €30 billion worth of damages and Somalia where more than seven million people are facing crisis hunger levels arising from the ongoing drought in the region.

Although the creation of this fund has been agreed, the details of who should pay into the fund, where the money will come from, and which countries will benefit are yet to be decided.

Lack of ambition to phase out fossil fuels

The final overarching deal did not include commitments to reduce the use of fossil fuels. This was in part due to resistance from some nations wishing to exploit their oil and gas reserves; and the energy crisis in Europe which has seen some countries resorting to the use of coal while looking further afield for new sources of natural gas. This outcome means limited progress has been made in relation to last year’s decision at COP26 in Glasgow to phase-down the use of coal.

The final summary text from COP27 states that limiting global warming to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels, as agreed by 196 Parties at COP21 in Paris in 2015, requires “rapid, deep and sustained reductions in greenhouse gas emissions” by 2030. In Ireland, the focus now turns to the Climate Action Plan 2022 which is due for publication in December 2022. This is a detailed plan for taking decisive action to achieve a 51% reduction in overall greenhouse gas emissions by 2030.

How EisnerAmper Ireland can help

Our multidisciplinary team is on hand to help you chart your ESG journey. We help you navigate the ESG landscape and understand the applicable legislation and frameworks. We also help drive change within your organisation so that sustainability becomes embedded within your strategy, operations and reporting. EisnerAmper’s specialist services include:

  • Supporting organisations through regulatory change;
  • Provision of bespoke board support and training;
  • Designing and developing integrated risk and compliance frameworks;
  • Preparing compliance briefings for discussion with the board; and
  • Supporting the board in responding to and implementing any changes required relating to evolving needs.

If we can help you or your business in any way, please do get in touch – we’d be delighted to help.

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Learn more about our ESG Services here.

Authors

The content above is provided for general information purposes only and is not intended to provide, nor does it constitute, professional advice on any particular matter. If you would like more information or would like to discuss any of the topics raised above, please contact the author(s).

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