HireIQ has partnered with the Belfast Telegraph to launch Northern Ireland’s first-ever awards dedicated exclusively to the accountancy profession.
The Belfast Telegraph HireIQ Accountancy Awards 2026 will recognise the individuals, firms and teams driving excellence across Northern Ireland’s accountancy sector.
Taking place at the Culloden Estate & Spa on 23 October 2026, the awards will bring together leaders from across the profession to celebrate innovation, leadership and outstanding contribution to the industry.
Celebrating the People Behind Northern Ireland’s Finance Industry
Northern Ireland has developed a strong reputation for producing exceptional accountancy and finance professionals.
From leading global practices and ambitious local firms to high-performing in-house finance teams, the region’s accountancy sector plays a critical role in supporting businesses across every industry.
Despite the scale and importance of the profession, there has never been a dedicated awards programme focused solely on recognising the achievements of accountancy professionals in Northern Ireland.
The Belfast Telegraph HireIQ Accountancy Awards aim to change that.
A Platform to Recognise Excellence
The awards will highlight excellence across the profession, recognising both established leaders and the next generation of talent shaping the future of accountancy.
Categories will celebrate a wide range of achievements across practice firms, industry finance teams and individual professionals who have demonstrated exceptional performance and leadership.
The awards programme has been created to showcase the strength, talent and innovation within Northern Ireland’s accountancy community.
A Partnership Designed to Champion the Industry
The awards are being delivered through a partnership between HireIQ, a specialist accountancy and finance recruitment firm headquartered in Belfast, and the Belfast Telegraph, one of Northern Ireland’s most established media organisations.
By combining HireIQ’s deep industry expertise with the Belfast Telegraph’s reach and influence, the awards will provide a prestigious platform to celebrate the professionals shaping the future of accountancy in Northern Ireland.
Working exclusively within the accountancy and finance sector, HireIQ works closely with firms and finance professionals across Northern Ireland, Ireland and international markets.
This unique position within the industry provides a clear insight into the talent and innovation driving the profession forward.
Looking Ahead to the Awards
The Belfast Telegraph HireIQ Accountancy Awards will take place in October 2026 and will bring together professionals from across Northern Ireland’s thriving accountancy community for an evening dedicated to recognising the best in the industry.
Further details on award categories, nominations and how to enter will be announced in the coming months.
