Christmas is a busy and joyful time of year, but unfortunately, it is also peak season for financial scams. As spending increases and inboxes fill with delivery notifications, invoices and “special offers”, fraudsters become more active and more convincing. Below, we outline some of the most common Christmas scams and practical steps you can take […]

Ireland’s new auto-enrolment retirement savings system – My Future Fund – goes live on 1 January 2026. If you employ staff in Ireland, you will have new pension obligations for certain employees who are not already in a qualifying workplace pension. Citizens Information+2gov.ie+2 While this is a significant change, the system has been designed to […]

Filing your tax return is a significant milestone, but many people treat it as the end of the journey rather than the beginning. Once the paperwork is done and your payment is made, the question arises: what next? We encourage clients to use this moment as an opportunity to plan for the future, reduce stress […]

Christmas is a season of joy, celebration and giving, but it can also be one of the most financially stressful times of the year. For many people in Cork and across Ireland, the festive season comes with unexpected expenses that can linger well into the New Year. Overspending can lead to debt, worry and a […]

At HJK Accountants, we are committed to protecting your business and upholding the highest professional standards. As part of this commitment, we have recently implemented new Anti-Money Laundering (AML) software in line with Irish AML legislation. This upgrade strengthens our compliance framework and ensures both our firm and our clients remain fully protected. What this […]