Merger of accounting organisations creates largest professional body on island of Ireland

Consolidation may impact the current tight labour market as smaller companies get absorbed by larger firms and a battle for roles may ensue

Chartered Accountants said in recent months that it was witnessing larger firms seeking to increase their market share and capabilities by merging with or acquiring smaller, specialised operators.

Chartered Accountants Ireland and CPA Ireland have officially begun to operate as one institute under the Chartered Accountants Ireland brand following their merger earlier this year.

The incorporation of the two bodies has formed the largest professional body on the island of Ireland.