Icon Accounting - Accounting company in Ireland

  As the cool breeze of September sweeps in, it's not just students who should be gearing up for a fresh start. Independent professionals also referred to as contractors, can benefit from a return to the learning mindset with the back-to-school season well and truly underway. Just like students need to acquire new knowledge to excel in their studies, independent professionals should continuously upskill to stay competitive and be adaptable in the ever-evolving job market. So, this September, dust off your learning mindset, set your goals and make a commitment to invest in your professional growth. In this blog, we'll explore what upskilling means for independent professionals, how often they should engage in it, and practical ways to do so. What is Upskilling? Upskilling is the process of acquiring new knowledge, skills, or certifications to enhance your professional capabilities. For independent professionals, this can mean keeping up with industry trends, masteri...

In the dynamic world of independent professional work, Icon Accounting aims to stand as a prime supporter and advocate for the contractor community. With a commitment to continuous improvement, Icon Accounting has cultivated an impressive network of partnerships and platforms that enrich the contracting experience and provide a comprehensive range of services for our clients. Achieved through our core focus on a guiding principle of “You do your job, we'll do the rest,” the combination of these partnerships and platforms has been instrumental in driving forward Icon Accounting's mission over the course of 2023. Let’s examine a few of them now! Humdinger Mortgages: Navigating the Homeownership Journey Mortgage applications can be a daunting task for anyone to navigate but also one of the most exciting times of your life. Our partnership with Humdinger Mortgages has proved to be very beneficial and rewarding to our clientele. With a wealth of experience in the Independen...

Since our formation in 2008, we have always stood firm in our commitment to championing the Contractor Community in Ireland. As part of our ongoing commitment to this cause, one pivotal action that enables us to continue advocating for the contracting sector involves gathering insights from professional contractors in Ireland . These insights illuminate the current experiences and challenges faced by these experts, playing a crucial role in helping us shape a brighter future for the community in the future.   Every year, we conduct an Annual Independent Professional Survey. This concise, 10-minute survey explores the current thoughts, perceptions, optimism, and key decision factors harbored by the Independent Professional workforce in the contracting sector, along with the Irish economy. We would encourage every Independent Professional to take 10 minutes out of their day and use the survey as an opportunity to have your say as an Independent Professional in Ireland. ...

  Remote and hybrid work models have remained in place as numerous companies now deliberate over future workforce arrangements in response to professionals' demand for sustained flexibility. As a mutually advantageous scenario, the prevailing favorable approach for both parties involves implementing a hybrid work arrangement—a move that signals a positive evolution in how we perceive the concept of a workplace. In the early months of 2020, the global workforce encountered an unprecedented challenge—the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic. While this crisis expedited the adoption of flexible work arrangements, the transition towards remote and hybrid work was already in progress. Enabled by technological innovations, digital communication tools, and collaborative platforms, teams found ways to collaborate seamlessly regardless of their physical locations. This shift allowed organizations and professionals alike to see that productivity and bottom-line results can be achieved outside trad...