Archive for August 2026

We here at DMQ Chartered Accountants Registered Auditors believe that growth is one of the most important goals for any ambitious SME, but growth does not automatically create financial strength. Increasing sales, taking on employees, opening new premises or entering new markets can all require sign…

We here at DMQ Chartered Accountants Registered Auditors believe that tax planning should be part of an SME’s wider financial planning rather than something left until a payment deadline arrives. For Irish businesses, reviewing upcoming tax liabilities before year end can provide greater clarity ove…

We here at DMQ Chartered Accountants Registered Auditors believe that winning a major customer can be an important milestone for an SME, but a large contract is not automatically a profitable one. Before signing, businesses should look beyond the headline value and understand the impact on margins,…

We here at DMQ Chartered Accountants Registered Auditors believe that employment costs deserve much closer attention than simply looking at the salary paid to each employee. For Irish SMEs, the true cost of employment can include employer PRSI, pension contributions, benefits, recruitment, training,…

At DMQ Chartered Accountants Registered Auditors we believe that financial resilience is an important part of running a successful business. An emergency fund can give an Irish SME greater flexibility when unexpected costs arise, customers pay late or trading conditions change. In 2026, where busine…

At DMQ Chartered Accountants Registered Auditors we believe that VAT should be considered as part of a business’s growth strategy, rather than treated solely as a compliance obligation. As an Irish SME expands, changes in turnover, customers, products, suppliers and trading arrangements can all affe…

At DMQ Chartered Accountants Registered Auditors we believe borrowing can be an important part of growing an Irish business, funding investment or managing a major opportunity. However, taking on significant debt is a decision that can affect cash flow, profitability and financial flexibility for ye…

At DMQ Chartered Accountants Registered Auditors we believe that employee benefits can play an important role in attracting and retaining good people, particularly in a competitive employment market. However, the cost of benefits and perks can extend well beyond the headline figure. For Irish SMEs,…

At DMQ Chartered Accountants Registered Auditors we believe that strong sales are only valuable when they translate into cash. For Irish SMEs, keeping a close eye on debtor days can provide an early warning that customer payments are taking too long and working capital is becoming stretched. A busin…

At DMQ Chartered Accountants Registered Auditors we believe effective tax planning is about more than preparing for a tax deadline. For Irish SMEs, reviewing your position before the end of 2026 can help identify available reliefs, avoid unnecessary liabilities and ensure important financial decisio…