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.
1 Partner
1 Part-time Secretary
Making the Move
Continued expansion required a relocation to new larger premises at Downshire Road.
2 Partners
10 Staff
Another first .. Investor in People
FPM were the first accountancy firm in Ireland to secure Investor in People status.
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20 Staff
Cross Border Expansion
Expansion into Ireland broadened the firm’s cross border expertise with the opening of an office in Dundalk.
2 Partners
27 Staff
10 Years in Business
FPM celebrated 10 years in business.
2 Partners
41 Staff
Office Relocation
Newry office relocated to the iconic Dromalane Mill, in the heart of Newry & a new Senior Management Team was appointed.
2 Partners
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Business Expansion
Continued expansion with opening of a third office in Dungannon.
2 Partners
64 Staff
UK Small Firm of the Year
First firm from Northern Ireland to be awarded UK Small Firm of the Year by Accountancy Age.
2 Partners
78 Staff
City Centre Location
New prime City Centre office location with fourth office opening in Belfast & appointment of 3 new Associate Partners.
2 Partners
90 Staff
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.
7 Partners
90 Staff
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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90 Staff
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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90 Staff
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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120 Staff
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.
10 Offices
550+ people
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 >
10 Offices
1000+ People
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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1000+ People
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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1000+ people
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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1000+ People
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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1000+ People
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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1000+ People
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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1000+ People
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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1000+ People
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