Welcome to Wallace O'Donoghue
Accountants, Tax & Business Advisors
If you're looking for a firm of accountants who are focused on providing advice driven, value added services to their clients, we believe we are the firm you are looking for. Underlying our service philosophy is the understanding that each client, whether corporate or individual, is unique and has their own set of priorities and requirements.
The firm's partners have broad, industry-wide experience, having previously worked for both medium-sized local and large international accounting firms. Our client base is extensive including fast growth start up companies, professional practices, established family businesses and individuals.
We are not a scaled down "large firm" and we are not a clone of other firms. We exist on our own terms and provide a range of services that we believe are relevant and of value to our clients.
Please feel free to take a few moments to explore our website and get an overview of our service offering. We welcome all enquiries and offer all prospective clients a free two-hour consultation where we can discuss, in a confidential basis, how we can meet your needs.
Business News
This site is updated regularly with industry and practice news.
Earn Outs and Deferred Consideration: Structuring a Smart Business Sale
Earn outs and deferred consideration are often presented as solutions to valuation gaps. In practice, they are compromises. They allow deals to proceed where buyer and seller expectations do not fully align. Understanding the implications is critical. An earn out links part of the sale price to future performance. This can be attractive where there […]
Family Business Succession: Managing Conflict and Protecting Value
Family businesses often carry strengths that other businesses do not. Strong relationships, long-term thinking and a shared sense of purpose can create resilience and stability. However, these same factors can introduce complexity when it comes to succession. The challenge is not simply transferring ownership. It is managing expectations, relationships and control. One of the most […]
When Shareholders Fall Out: Legal and Financial Risks for SMEs
Shareholder disputes rarely begin with major disagreements. More often, they develop gradually through misalignment, unclear expectations and poor communication. By the time the issue becomes visible, the damage is often already underway. For Irish SMEs, the impact can be significant. The immediate effect is usually operational. Decision making slows or stops. Strategic initiatives are delayed. […]