Key Irish Tax Deadlines for January 2026
Amanda Souza
In January 2026, key deadlines for Irish revenue relate to Local Property Tax (LPT) payments, Capital Gains Tax (CGT) for December 2025 disposals, and VAT for the November-December 2025 period. Below are the specific deadlines for January 2026, primarily for taxpayers in Ireland: …
Gender Pay Gap: What SMEs Need to Know
The gender pay gap remains a key topic in workplaces across Ireland and beyond. While much of the focus tends to fall on large corporations, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) also need to be aware of their obligations and the practical steps they can take …
How to Create a Financial Health Check
A financial health check is an essential tool for any business seeking a clear understanding of its performance and a solid foundation for growth. It brings together financial and non-financial data to give a comprehensive view of three critical areas: profit, cash, and enterprise value. …
2026 Financial Planning: What Every Business Should Do Now
As 2025 draws to a close, businesses of all sizes face critical decisions that will shape their financial performance in 2026. Effective financial planning isn’t just about numbers; it’s about strategy, foresight, and positioning your business to respond to challenges and opportunities. The sooner you …
Quick Gratitude Exercises for Leaders That Will Change Your Day
Leadership is demanding. Meetings, decisions, deadlines — it can feel like there’s barely a moment to pause, let alone reflect. Yet research shows that practising gratitude isn’t just a “nice-to-have”; it improves focus, resilience, and decision-making — all essential qualities for a strong leader. The …
Finding Balance Over the Holidays: Making the Most of Your Time Off
The holidays are a natural pause in the year — a chance to slow down, reset, and spend time on what matters most. Yet many of us struggle to fully switch off. Finding balance doesn’t mean stepping away from responsibility; it means knowing when rest …
Support Local This Christmas
As the festive season approaches, it’s a great time to recognise and support local businesses that contribute so much to our communities. At Gallagher Keane we’re proud to work with SME clients across a wide range of sectors. If you’re looking for Christmas gift ideas, …
How to Know When It’s Time to Outsource Your Finance Function
As SMEs grow, so do the demands on their finance teams. Processes that worked perfectly when a business was smaller can quickly become stretched, inefficient, or even risky. Recognising the signs that your finance function has outgrown its current setup is crucial for sustaining growth, …
Why Medium-to-Large SMEs Need Fractional CFO Services
For medium to large SMEs, accessing CFO-level expertise can be transformative, but hiring a full-time CFO isn’t always necessary. A fractional CFO delivers the strategic insight, financial discipline, and executive-level guidance that can transform how your business performs, grows, and competes, all without the cost …
Year-End Finance Checklist for 2025
As 2025 comes to a close, SME owners have an excellent opportunity to review and strengthen their financial position. Completing key year-end tasks not only ensures compliance but also provides clarity, control, and a strong foundation for a successful 2026. At Gallagher Keane, we’ve prepared …
