Dear Reader,

Welcome to the Christmas edition of our newsletter.

As this is our final newsletter of the year it provides us with a chance to reflect on what has proven to be a very busy, demanding and enjoyable year for the team in Quintas.

We have continued our investment in our team which is without doubt our most valued asset. Headcount increased by 15% in 2017 with a similar increase planned for 2018 on the back of our recently launched graduate recruitment campaign.

We invested in an executive development program in 2017 working with Tara Nolan, a specialist in leadership and team coaching.  We look forward to working with Tara again in 2018.

One of the highlights of our year was undoubtedly our staff trip to Iceland in June. What a fabulous 3 days we shared with memories that will last for many years to come. Thanks again to our hardworking social committee who organised the trip along with all the other social events during the year.

As we turn the final page on the 2017 yearbook, we would like to express our thanks and gratitude to our clients for their continued loyalty and custom. 2017 was another stellar year in terms of our growth, the majority of which has been referred to us by our existing clients. Your loyalty and belief in our service offering is much appreciated and we look forward to working with you in 2018 and beyond.

Finally, we would like to wish you and your family a Merry Christmas and a Prosperous New Year.

Thankfully 2017 has been a better year for farming businesses and as a consequence there has been a welcome improvement in farm incomes and profits. Unfortunately for many, the improvement has only been an exercise in balancing the books from the very poor year that was 2016.

In our final newsletter of 2017 we take this opportunity to highlight some recent tax updates following on from Budget 2018 and remind you of some tax deadlines in early 2018.

Given the number of people impacted by the tracker mortgage scandal, which the most recent Central Bank report puts at 33,700, one could not be accused of being overdramatic by deeming it to be one the biggest robberies in the history of our state.

From the days spent playing shop as a little girl becoming an Accountant has always been a dream of mine.

Subject choices in secondary school were chosen with this dream in mind. Selection of my third level CAO choices was the next stage of the journey, with first preferences being carefully chosen with the final destination to the forefront of my thinking.

The GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) comes into force across the European Union on 25^th May 2018. The Regulation dramatically increases the obligations and responsibilities of businesses which control or process data. The importance of GDPR cannot be overstated and it cannot be ignored by any business, whether large or small. Failure to prepare and ensure GDPR compliance now, may spell future woes for your business.

Congratulations to James Deane 2017 Formula Drift Champion

Quintas wishes to congratulate our client James Deane on his amazing achievement on being crowned the 2017 Formula Drift World Champion. James has shot to fame due to this triumph which adds to his 4 times Irish and 4 times European championship wins. This guy is definitely one to watch over the coming years!

Recent Announcement

Quintas are delighted to announce the appointment of Julie Murray as Finance & HR Director. Since joining the firm in 2002, Julie has held various senior roles across the firm including her most recent position of Financial Controller. Congratulations on your appointment Julie and best wishes in your new role.

QWM Award Winner

Quintas would like to extend our congratulations to Anne O' Doherty, Senior Sales Manager of Quintas Wealth Management (QWM) on winning Sales Person of the Year at the Brokers Ireland Awards held recently at Mansion House, Dublin.

CPA Awards

Patrick Kearney was invited to present an award on behalf of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Ireland (CPA) to Anne O’Toole, the recipient of this year’s award for the Bachelor of Business in Accounting (Part-time).

Christmas at Quintas

Congratulations to Caitriona O’Connor & Cian Baker who put in a big effort to win first prize for being the best dressed employees in this years Christmas jumper day. Also a big thank you to all the Partners and Staff of Quintas who donated generously to St. Vincent de Paul in their Christmas Food Appeal. 

Quintas Group Run in the Dark

Congratulations to Quintas Staff who took part in Run in the Dark in November. Pictured from l-r: Sean Grahame, Grace Keane, Adam Sheehan & Deirdre McGee

New Staff
Welcome to our new employee Ciaran Mullan who has recently joined the Quintas Tax Department.

Graduate Program

If you are interested in having a career in accounting, we are now accepting applications for our 2018 Graduate Program. Applications can be made through our website at www.quintas.ie