Business & Accounting Guides for Irish Companies
Practical step-by-step guides to help you understand accounting, compliance, and business management in Ireland.
Clear, Practical Resources for Business Owners
Find in-depth guides on accounting, tax, and compliance tailored for Irish businesses. Perfect for startups, SMEs, and professionals who want clarity and confidence in managing their finances.
Accounting & Tax
- Accounting & Tax
How To Minimise Your Tax Liability: Tax Credits, Tax Relief and Expenses
Learn how to reduce your tax bill at the end of the year.
Published
May 1, 2026
Author
Kinore Team
- Accounting & Tax
What Tax Credits Are Available to Me in Ireland? A Complete Guide for 2026
Find out what credits and reliefs you can use to claim back money from Revenue.
Published
April 8, 2026
Author
Kinore Team
- Accounting & Tax, Navigating Growth
Dividend Tax Ireland Explained
Salary vs dividends: understand the difference and tax obligations in Ireland.
Published
April 3, 2026
Author
Kinore Team
- Accounting & Tax
Complete Guide to Start-Up Relief for Entrepreneurs (SURE) in Ireland
SURE is a tax relief that provides a refund of income tax that you paid in previous years.
Published
April 3, 2026
Author
Kinore Team
- Accounting & Tax
How to Account for VAT in Your Business
Understand how important VAT principles work and find out essential accounting practices for VAT refunds.
Published
April 1, 2026
Author
Kinore Team
- Accounting & Tax
Remote Working Relief – Rules and Calculations
Remote Working Relief provides tax relief for remote workers by covering certain expenses while working from home.
Published
March 30, 2026
Author
Kinore Team
Navigating Growth
- Accounting & Tax, Navigating Growth
Changing Accountants in Ireland: What to Know Before You Move
Switching accountants is rarely the difficult part. Choosing the right replacement is. Tom Francis, Head of Accounting at Kinore, on how to tell whether you have outgrown your current firm, what a good accounting relationship should deliver, and the Irish specifics — professional clearance, ROS e-linking, CRO filings — that catch businesses out.
Published
September 4, 2026
Author
Kinore Team
- Navigating Growth
What To Do When a Shareholder Refuses To Cooperate
Struggling with an uncooperative shareholder? Learn key steps Irish business owners should take to resolve share transfer disputes safely and effectively.
Published
July 7, 2026
Author
Kinore Team
- Accounting & Tax, Navigating Growth
Capital Gains Tax Ireland – CGT For Business, Personal & Property
We simplify Capital Gains Tax and provide you with expert guidance to help you make informed decisions.
Published
May 8, 2026
Author
Kinore Team
- Navigating Growth
The Impact of Financial Management on Business Success in Ireland
By developing a robust budget, businesses can achieve financial stability and drive success.
Published
April 5, 2026
Author
Kinore Team
- Accounting & Tax, Navigating Growth
Dividend Tax Ireland Explained
Salary vs dividends: understand the difference and tax obligations in Ireland.
Published
April 3, 2026
Author
Kinore Team
- Navigating Growth
What Is a Director's Loan? Director's Loan Accounts in Ireland Explained
A directors’ loan can be an effective way to infuse cash into a company. But seek advice if a company lends to a director.
Published
March 25, 2026
Author
Kinore Team
Setting Up A Business
- Setting Up A Business, Tax & VAT
SURE Relief, R&D Tax Credits, and Director’s Duties: What Founders Don’t Know to Ask About
SURE relief and R&D tax credits are worth more than most founders realise, and directors carry personal legal duties that don’t disappear just because the paperwork is filed.
Published
September 9, 2026
Author
Kinore Team
- Bookkeeping & Cloud Accounting, Setting Up A Business
Why Founders Who Skip Bookkeeping Early End Up Paying for It Later
Skipping bookkeeping early doesn’t save time, it just moves the cost to later, in lost VAT, invisible cash flow risk, and reliefs you can no longer prove.
Published
September 9, 2026
Author
Kinore Team
- Accounting & Tax, Setting Up A Business
Paying Yourself and Claiming Expenses: Where Founders Actually Go Wrong
Most founders know the basic choice between salary and dividends, but the real cost comes from what happens before payroll is even registered, and the tax free perks like the Small Gift Exemption that go unused entirely.
Published
September 9, 2026
Author
Kinore Team
- Setting Up A Business
How To Start An Online Business in Ireland
What’s involved with setting up an online business in Ireland? What steps do I need to take to ensure my online business is set up correctly?
Published
July 12, 2026
Author
Kinore Team
- Setting Up A Business
Navigating Ireland’s 12.5% Corporation Tax Rate: A Complete Guide
Learn about Ireland’s Corporation Tax rates. Reach out for specific advice.
Published
July 9, 2026
Author
Kinore Team
- Setting Up A Business
How to Set Up a Limited Company in Ireland: The Complete Guide
Follow these steps to ensure your company is set up correctly from the beginning.
Published
July 2, 2026
Author
Kinore Team
Limited Company
- Limited Company
Guide to Company Formation in Ireland
Join hundreds of business owners who trust Kinore to incorporate their company in Ireland.
Published
April 5, 2026
Author
Kinore Team
- Limited Company
Requirement for Directors Who Do Not Have a PPS Number
Directors must provide their PPS number or “VIN” when filing certain documents.
Published
April 3, 2026
Author
Kinore Team
- Limited Company
Accounting Deadlines for Companies and Sole Traders in Ireland: Key Dates You Can’t Afford to Miss
Keep this guide handy as an overview of your deadlines and follow our tips to help you meet them on time.
Published
March 31, 2026
Author
Kinore Team
- Limited Company
Share Capital for New Limited Companies: Authorised and Issued Shares Explained
What is the difference between authorised share capital and issued share capital?
Published
March 18, 2026
Author
Kinore Team
- Limited Company
Benefits Of Company Secretarial Services For Companies In Ireland
Find out what a company secretarial does and why you should consider outsourcing this role.
Published
March 11, 2026
Author
Kinore Team
- Limited Company
Annual General Meeting Guidelines for Irish Companies: Requirements, Notice, and Best Practice
Discover the essential guide to Annual General Meetings. We help you to run efficient and successful AGMs.
Published
March 10, 2026
Author
Kinore Team
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