Financial Services
Our Financial Services Industry offerings
We provide robust, timely, practical and pragmatic solutions to our clients’ business issues. We also strive to maintain the highest quality standards in everything we do, thus ensuring that stakeholders can rely on the work we undertake.
Tailored Industry Solutions
Azets offers customised audit and advisory services across diverse sectors, addressing each industry’s unique needs.
Regulatory Expertise
We help clients navigate complex regulatory challenges in banking, insurance, fintech, and more.
Practical, Timely Solutions
Azets provides reliable, high-quality solutions to tackle business challenges efficiently.
Support for Growth and Innovation
We empower businesses to thrive with strategic support in governance, compliance, and operational efficiency.
Our team has represented a broad range of audit and advisory clients across the sector, ranging from start-ups to medium and large-sized groups including:
Asset Management
Aviation
Banking
Insurance
Payment Institutions
Fintech
Credit Servicing Firms
Credit unions
Services we offer:
Audit
Risk & Regulatory
Internal Audit
Accounting & Compliance
Advisory
Tax
Asset Management
Asset Management
The asset management industry is navigating a fast-changing landscape, grappling with challenges such as regulatory complexity and the drive for greater operational efficiency. At Azets Ireland, we appreciate the unique pressures asset management firms face. We are dedicated to providing personalised solutions that align with your goals, supported by our deep understanding of the industry’s complexities and opportunities. How we can help:
- UCITS Funds
- Exchange Traded Funds (ETF)
- Hedge/Alternative Funds
- Private Equity Funds
- MiFID Firms
- Fund Service Providers
Banking & Alternative Finance
Banking & Alternative Finance
Financial services are at the heart of economic growth, with banks and alternative finance providers serving as key drivers. Yet, these institutions face significant challenges, from adhering to intricate regulatory frameworks to improving operational performance and securing long-term financial resilience. How we can help:
- Retail, Business and Corporate Banking
- Alternative Lenders & Retail Credit
- Credit Servicing Firms
- Credit Unions
Fintech
Fintech
Ireland has emerged as a leading technology hub and a pivotal location for financial services, making it an attractive base for Fintech companies. The sector faces a host of disruptors, including digital-first banks, lending platforms, payment technology providers, cryptocurrency ventures, and data aggregators—all driving transformation in unique ways.
At Azets Ireland, we provide Fintech businesses with bespoke support in governance, risk management, and compliance. Our solutions are crafted to address the specific challenges of this innovative sector, enabling your business to thrive in a competitive market. How we can help:
- Regtech
Insurance
Insurance
The insurance sector is a cornerstone of financial security, offering vital protection for individuals and businesses alike. Yet, companies in this industry are grappling with challenges, including the need to stay compliant with ever-changing regulations, meet shifting customer expectations, adapt to technological advancements, and remain competitive in a dynamic market.
Azets Ireland provides strategic support to insurance firms, with a focus on navigating regulatory landscapes, enhancing risk management practices, and optimising internal operations. Our expert advisory services empower companies to harness technology, improve customer satisfaction, and drive operational innovation. By partnering with Azets, insurance businesses can overcome sector challenges and unlock new opportunities for growth and differentiation. How we can help:
- Non-life
- Insurance Brokerages
Payments and E-Money
Payments and E-Money
Payments and e-money are crucial to the infrastructure enabling the seamless transfer of funds in today's digital economy. At Azets Ireland, we specialise in navigating the complexities of electronic transactions, from traditional payment systems like credit cards and bank transfers to the latest digital innovations, including mobile wallets.
The payments sector plays a central role in the global financial system, connecting individuals, businesses, and institutions. With ongoing advancements in technology and the rise of digital solutions, the sector is rapidly evolving, transforming traditional payment methods and creating new opportunities for businesses to innovate.
At Azets, we are committed to staying at the forefront of the regulatory and technological shifts in the payments industry. We offer tailored strategies that help our clients manage the challenges of this ever-changing environment, ensuring regulatory compliance while embracing technological progress. With Azets as your partner, you can navigate the digital transformation in payments with confidence and unlock growth in an increasingly connected world. How we can help:
- Payments Institutions
- E-Money Institutions
Corporate Service Providers
Corporate Service Providers
Corporate Service Providers (CSPs) are vital for businesses seeking to grow in new markets and streamline their operations. They offer essential support in maintaining regulatory compliance and improving operational efficiency, even amidst shifting regulations and increasing competition.
At Azets Ireland, we understand the diverse challenges faced by CSPs and offer tailored solutions to help them succeed. From tax advisory to cybersecurity, our expertise helps CSPs navigate complex regulatory environments and deliver exceptional service to their clients. By working with Azets, CSPs can enhance their operations and adapt to the evolving business landscape with confidence.
- SPVs
- Aircraft Leasing SPVs
- Securitisation
Locations
Azets Financial Services offer cost-effective, efficient, and services of the highest quality to the financial services industry in Ireland. Lead by our Financial Services Leader Darren Shipp, a partner with over 30 years of experience, our dedicated team of experts operate out of our offices in Dublin and the Southeast of Ireland through our Enniscorthy office. We are a team who prides themselves on client service and adding value to our customers and hence our senior staff are always available for a phone call or onsite visit.