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David Breen F.C.A. – Partner
David has 26 years’ experience in Practice and 14 Years in Industry. His training was completed at KPMG going on to work with a number of their large Clients before returning to Practice.
David is on the judging Panel with Waterford Business Awards (https://www.waterfordchamber.ie/what-we-do/waterford-business-awards/) , is Treasurer of Waterford Rotary Club and has served with many voluntary organisations such as the Local Tennis Club, Waterford Harbour Sailing Club and Waterpark Rugby Club.
He deals personally with Clients of all sizes ranging from €70m+ Turnover to €2m , with an emphasis on working with Business owners to define and achieve their Personal Individual Financial and Business goals.
Email: David@dmbca.ie
Caroline Bannon F.C.A. – Partner
Caroline, is a Chartered Accountant nearing 20 years of diverse experience in practice. Caroline is a registered auditor and later enhanced by a Diploma in Insolvency.
Caroline has vast experience in audit & assurance, accounting & business advisory services and insolvency. Caroline likes nothing better than formulating a solution and assisting her clients realise their full potential.
Originally from Louth, having relocated from Dublin in 2008, Caroline now firmly calls Waterford her home. In between DMB Chartered Accountants and caring for her 3 children, Caroline is active in the local community and local network groups. Caroline was Network Ireland Waterford President in 2019 and currently treasurer for Kilmacow Camogie Club.
Email: caroline@dmbca.ie
Clair Grant F.C.A. – Senior Manager
A Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants Ireland, Clair holds a Bachelor of Business Studies (Hons) Degree from the South East Technological University in Waterford. Following on from her degree, Clair joined EY and qualified as a Chartered Accountant in 1995. Clair joined David M Breen & Co in 2013.
Clair’s practice experience includes working with both privately held and public companies in the motor trade, digital marketing, software development and wholesale and retail sectors. Clair has significant experience in both auditing and accounts preparation for entrepreneurial clients across a wide range of sectors together with providing guidance and assistance on taxation matters, bank finance applications, grant claims and company secretarial compliance services.
Clair resides in Tramore, Co. Waterford with her husband and their three children. Clair serves as Chairperson of the Board of Waterford Rape Crisis and has recently acted as Treasurer for Network Ireland.Email: clair@dmbca.ie
Andrea O’Connell A.C.A. – Manager
Andrea joined DMB Chartered Accountants in September 2013 as a Trainee Chartered Accountant and has since progressed to the position of Manager / Responsible Individual (RI).
Andrea qualified as a Chartered Accountant in 2016 and holds a Bachelor of Business Studies (Hons) Degree and a MBS Masters in Accounting Degree from Waterford Institute of Technology.
Andrea has substantial experience in all Audit and Assurance, Accounts and Tax aspects of the practice. Her practice experience also includes Voluntary and Creditors Liquidations and Company Secretarial compliance services.
Email: andrea@dmbca.ie
Niall Burns A.C.A – Manager
Niall joined DMB Chartered Accountants in June 2016 as a Trainee Chartered Accountant and has since progressed to the position of manager.
Niall qualified as a Chartered Accountant in 2020 and holds a Bachelor of Arts Honours Degree in Accounting from Waterford Institute of Technology. Niall has gained substantial experience in all Audit and Assurance, Accounts, Management accounts and Tax aspects of the practice.
Niall has a keen interest in all things outdoors and nature. He has served as a committee member in his KDB Game & Preservation Club for many years. Niall is an active playing member of Dunhill GAA playing Hurling and Football and is also an active member of Seaview Celtic soccer club, Annestown.
Email: niall@dmbca.ie
Julie Laffan Q.F.A. – Office Manager
Julie joined the team at DMB Chartered Accountants in 2014. Julie is a Qualified Financial Adviser and has over 20 years banking and financial service experience.
Julie loves to travel and meeting up with friends. She has a keen interest in fitness. Julie enjoys spending time out doors with family and her three girls. She is involved in her local community clubs Ballyduff LGFA, Camogie & Soccer. She is also a member of the Waterford Chamber of Commerce & LIA.
Email: julie@dmbca.ie
Kelsey Dillon – Payroll Manager
Kelsey joined the team at DMB Chartered Accountants in 2017 and has progressed managing our payroll and book-keeping department.
For Kelsey nothing beats a good book and a nice coffee. She is a proud coach to her local U10 Ladies Gaelic football team and has an avid interest in all sports from GAA to soccer and golf.
Email: kelsey@dmbca.ie
Niall Kennedy A.C.A - Manager
Niall first joined the team at DMB Chartered Accountants in 2017 as a Student Intern and returned to DMB Chartered Accounts following receipt of a Bachelor of Business (Hons) Degree at Waterford Institute of Technology in 2018.
Niall qualified as a Chartered Accountant in 2022 and has since progressed to the
position of Manager. Niall’s practice experience includes Medium/Large company and Group Audits. Niall also has significant experience within Accounts Preparation, Company Secretarial Compliance, Members Voluntary Liquidations, Corporation Tax and Personal Tax matters.Niall enjoys all things sports with a particular passion for Golf and Football.
Email:niallk@dmbca.ie
LinkedIn:www.linkedin.com/in/niall-kennedy-aca-b24984240
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