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Our Story

The world is ever changing and SO ARE WE.

We have moved past the conventional definition of ‘accountants’. We think beyond and strive to be your first port of call in all your business decisions. Our goal is to be your Most Trusted Business Advisor.

This is who we are. This is our story.

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Established 1991

Feargal Padraig McCormack established FPM and opened in Hill Street, Newry.

FPM were the first accountancy firm in Ireland to secure ISO 9001 and the first accountancy and business consultancy firm in Ireland to secure Investor in People status.

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1 Part-time Secretary

Making the Move

Continued expansion required a relocation to new larger premises at Downshire Road.

 

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Another first .. Investor in People

FPM were the first accountancy firm in Ireland to secure Investor in People status.

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Cross Border Expansion

Expansion into Ireland broadened the firm’s cross border expertise with the opening of an office in Dundalk.

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10 Years in Business

FPM celebrated 10 years in business.

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Office Relocation

Newry office relocated to the iconic Dromalane Mill, in the heart of Newry & a new Senior Management Team was appointed.

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Business Expansion

Continued expansion with opening of a third office in Dungannon.

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UK Small Firm of the Year

First firm from Northern Ireland to be awarded UK Small Firm of the Year by Accountancy Age.

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78 Staff

City Centre Location

New prime City Centre office location with fourth office opening in Belfast & appointment of 3 new Associate Partners.

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Best General Tax Practice in the UK

First firm in Northern Ireland to be awarded Best Tax Firm in the UK at the Lexis Nexis UK Taxation Awards.

 

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Six New Equity Partners

Due to expansion, six new Partners were appointed from existing staff.

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Leadership Lecture Launched

Annual Leadership Lecture launched in association with The Ulster Business School. Bringing world class leaders with world class insights to our clients and contacts.

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Global Alliance

This is a new era for FPM as it incorporated and became a member of PKF International and rebranded PKF-FPM

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Northern Ireland Expansion

Exciting expansion in Northern Ireland with the subsuming of JL Grant & Co and appointment of 3 new Equity Directors.

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25 Years in Business

FPM celebrated 25 Years in Business, further expansion in Ireland with acquisition of Joe Woods & Co and relocation to new offices in Balbriggan.

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Feargal appointed President

Ireland’s Largest Accountancy Body, Chartered Accountants Ireland, elected Feargal McCormack as President during its 130th Annual General Meeting.

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Best Accountancy Firm UK & Ireland

FPM hit heights in their field, being named Firm of the Year UK & Ireland by their peers in the British & Irish Accountancy Awards.

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FPM Celebrates 30 Years in Business

On Thursday 19th August, FPM celebrated 30 years in business.

What began with one man and a part- time secretary, at Hill Street in Newry, has grown to become a multi-award-winning accountancy and business consultancy practice, recognised as a leading independent cross border firm on the Island of Ireland.

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FPM merges with AAB

FPM merges with AAB Group, significantly increasing presence across the island of Ireland and the UK by becoming a Group with £50m+ revenue and 550+ team members in 10 offices with impressive global connections and experience working with high-growth SME businesses and large corporations internationally.

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FPM named Top Tax Team at Irish Accountancy Awards

FPM took centre stage on 1st Sept when they were awarded Tax Team of the Year at the Irish Accountancy Awards 2022.

The awards celebrate the high achievers in the Irish accounting profession and honour the teams and individuals who have been ‘leading lights within the Irish accounting profession over the past 12 months.’

Read the full story here >

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FPM welcomes Think People to the AAB Group

Think People Consulting is a leading HR consultancy firm with a team of 24 people based across Belfast and Dublin.

This key acquisition offers clients access to even more capabilities across the Group with a diverse suite of HR services, people development and organisational development at their disposal.

Read the full story here >

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FPM announces new AAB Wealth Team for Northern Ireland

FPM has joined forces with AAB Wealth to further enhance FPM’s business-critical client services at a time of growing demand for personal finance, retirement and tax planning advice.

Growing the local Wealth team with the appointment of Debbie Connolly as New Wealth Director for Northern Ireland. Read the full story here

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FPM Launches Bespoke Virtual Finance Function for Growing Businesses

The new service will be a vital addition for businesses operating across the island of Ireland, scaling-up for export markets or cross-border.

Our Virtual Finance Function or VFF for short, strengthens your business with a specialist team of industry experts who will become your finance team. They provide in depth advice and expertise as well as ensuring all the day-to-day accounting tasks are completed quickly and efficiently.

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FPM launches ESG Division

Our business was built on caring and our focus is on energising and supporting clients in a changing world.

ESG has become a critical element of business success. To ensure we create a meaningful and measurable sustainable future, FPM’s qualified ESG experts support clients’ move towards a triple bottom line approach – people, planet, and profit.

Find out how ESG Action could benefit your business  here >

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FPM scoops double award at Irish Accountancy Awards

On 25th May, FPM was recognised with two wins at the prestigious Irish Accountancy Awards 2023.

On receiving the accolades ‘Best Advisory Team’ and ‘Best Employer’ Awards, FPM were commended for their delivery of excellent client services and highly innovative approaches and congratulated for their positive team spirit and dedication to supporting clients and colleagues achieve their goals.

Read the full story here >

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Growth Sparks New Appointments in Tax Team

Following a period of exceptional growth, Malachy McLernon, Corporate Tax Partner at FPM, will take on the role of Head of Corporate and Indirect Tax across the entire AAB Group.

Read the full story here >

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FPM welcomes our Largest Intake Yet!

In September 2023 we celebrated the arrival of 84 exceptional new recruits across Ireland and the UK – our Class of 2023.

At FPM, we are always on the lookout for new people to join our team. Find out about the opportunities available here >

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100% Success Rate in CAI Final Admitting Exams

FPM, an all-island training firm, is proud to announce the exceptional achievement of its FAE Students in their Chartered Accountants Ireland’s Final Admitting Exams.

A crucial milestone in the professional development of a Chartered Accountant, this impressive accomplishment is testament to the hard work and dedication of the team, and reflects the firm’s unwavering commitment to continuous learning and professional excellence. Read the full story here >

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Supreme Court Ruling Sets Precedent

In a landmark ruling with potential far-reaching implications for those struggling with personal debt, the Supreme Court of Ireland has clarified the legal test for insolvency.

FPM Partner Gary Digney, the Personal Insolvency Practitioner on this case restructured a farmer’s €874,000 debt over a period of 30 years.

Read the full story here >

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