29 The Rise, Mount Merrion, Co Dublin, A94 F544

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29 The Rise, Mount Merrion, Co Dublin, A94 F544

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Meet the team at Cusack & Co

The firm is led by Cathal Cusack and is supported by a team of experienced professionals. Our clients come from a range of professions, businesses, not-for-profit organisations, and government agencies in Ireland, UK and Internationally.
From an international perspective, Cusack & Co perform statutory audits for large sized corporate clients with numerous subsidiaries covering multiple jurisdictions.

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Cathal Cusack FCCA CTAManaging Partner

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  • Cathal is our managing partner and a member of theAssociation of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and the Irish Tax Institute (CTA).
    As well as being awarded the Accountant of the Yearby the ACCA Ireland, he is also a member of the ACCA’s Global Council. Although his dreams of being a professional musician died a long time ago, he still plays all kinds of music from traditional Irish, American old-time and bluegrass and swing jazz.
    To see Cathal performing at the State-led commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the birth of Daniel O'Connell, click here.
    He’s also deputy chairman of ‘Music Network’, a state funded organisation that makes live music accessible to communities while helping musicians develop fulfilling careers.

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Martha Leonard
Practice Manager

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  • Martha joined Cusack & Co in 2006 having previously gained significant experience in the Financial Services Industry.
    She is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day business operations, client service delivery and internal systems.
    As part of her client-facing role, she also manages the Anti-Money Laundering Compliance section of our business to ensure the firm meets its regulatory requirements.
    Martha’s exceptional leadership, organizational and decision-making skills ensure the firm maintains high standards of service and professionalism.

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Padraig Irwin ACCAAssociateBusiness Services

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  • Padraig Irwin FCCA is a Chartered CertifiedAccountant with almost forty years experience in the accounting profession. He operates as a Sole Practitioner.
    Padraig worked in practice in London for almost 20 years, before returning to live and work in Ireland.
    He also works in the family business that importsand distributes its own branded products to motortrade after-market customers in Ireland, the EEA and the UK.
    He lectured on a part-time basis for a number ofyears at Athlone Institute of Technology on CAT,ACCA, IPA, and BBS courses. He has also presentedon numerous occasions at ACCA Ireland CPD events.

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Ignatius Cusack CIMAAssociate Compliance

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  • Ignatius is a member of CIMA, the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants.
    He has many years experience in the service industry both in Ireland and in the UK. He established a successful back office operation providing accounting and consultancy services to the I.T. recruitment industry.
    He is an active volunteer in the community servingas treasurer for his local GAA club.

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Martin Duffe FCCA CTAAssociate Tax

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  • Martin has over 19 years’ experience in practice inthe areas of accountancy and audit, providing a full range of services to medium and large-sized businesses and companies.
    Martin is a Chartered Tax Adviser with the Irish Taxation Institute. He has gained significant experience in his current role and his range of expertise includes taxplanning for non-resident individuals and the provisionof advice to individuals on a range of taxation matters.
    Martin has produced articles on taxation which were issued in ACCA publications.
    Martin holds a degree in Accounting and Financeand is a Fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants & the Irish Tax Institute (CTA).
    He is also an accomplished poet, and has just released his second book. Click here to find out more.

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Claire Fitzpatrick FCCAAssociate Audit & Assurance

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  • Claire has over 20 years’ experience providing qualityaccounts preparation for a diverse range of clientsincluding owner managed companies, professionalfirms, regulated entities, and the not-for-profit sector.
    She is accountable for the audit of multiple small,limited companies, in different industries.
    Claire is part of the firm’s senior managementresponsible for the development and oversight of the Accounts and Audit team with Cusack & Co ensuring the consistent delivery of quality advice and service to a large portfolio of local and international businesses.
    Claire is a fellow of the ACCA, Association of CharteredCertified Accountants.

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Sash Chaterjee FCCASenior Audit & Assurance

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  • Sash has over ten years’ of experience in practice environment, delivering accurate financial reporting, ensuring regulatory compliance, and enhancing internal control systems.
    Over the years, he has supported diverse organisations in managing end-to-end accounting processes, preparing financial statements, and participating in both internal and external audit engagements.
    Sash brings a strong understanding of accounting standards (IFRS, GAAP) and proficiency in financial software tools to drive transparency, efficiency, and accountability in financial operations. He is also involved in planning and executing fundraising strategies for charitable causes.

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Cindy He ACCASenior Accountant

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  • Cindy is a key member of the Cusack & Co team, bringing dedicated service and expertise to the firm. As a Senior Accountant, she manages a broad portfolio of clients, overseeing the preparation of accounts and delivering a high standard of professional service across various sectors.
    With qualifications from Accounting Technicians Ireland and full membership in the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), Cindy combines technical proficiency with practical insight.
    Her commitment to excellence and proactive approach make her an invaluable asset to both the firm and its clients.

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This could be you!
We are always on the lookout for great people


  • Are you actively looking for your next role? Or just curious to see what's out there for the future?
    Or perhaps open to a career move if the perfect opportunity shows up?
    Get in touch to meet up for a coffee and an informal, confidential chat or Zoom - No commitment and no pressure.
    We can talk through what we are both looking for and see where that takes us.
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a little more reassurance

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Proud members of MSI International Global Alliance

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Cathal is a memberof the ACCA's* Global Council

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 Tax Advisory Firm of the Year 2024 at the Irish Enterprise Awards

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Cathal receiving the ACCA* Accountant of the Year Award

* ACCA, The Association of Certified Chartered Accountants