KBG Accountants acquired by Xeinadin

Local firm becomes part of larger group

Published: Tue 20 May 2025, 2:47 PM

Cavan’s KBG Accountants has been acquired by one of the leading professional service firms in Ireland and the UK, Xeinadin.

With a team of over 80 professionals, KBG is one of the largest independent accountancy practices in the region and its acquisition by Xeinadin is the buyer’s largest in Ireland to date.

Founded over 30 years ago, KBG is a well-established firm with six offices in Cavan, Longford and Leitrim.

The firm provides a broad range of accounting, audit, tax, and advisory services to businesses and individuals across the Midlands and beyond.

KBG has made significant acquisitions in recent years, with McIntyre and Co in Cavan joining in 2022 and most recently Healy Martin based in Leitrim joining KBG in 2024.

CEO of Xeinadin, Derry Crowley, said: “KBG is a highly respected firm nationally with a strong track record of client service, deep local roots, and a progressive mindset.

“We wanted to grow our presence in the midlands and KBG were a perfect fit - their experienced team and client-centric ethos closely aligns with our values at Xeinadin and we are delighted to have them as part of our team of experts.”

In a joint statement, Senior Partners at KBG Paddy Keavney, Ciaran Brady and Mark Reilly said: “Joining Xeinadin is an exciting development for our firm, our team, and our clients.

“The world of business advisory is changing rapidly and having access to the tools, technologies, and resources of the wider Xeinadin organisation will allow us to serve our clients more effectively.”

KBG is the second firm to join Xeinadin in 2025. In June last year, they announced they would earmark €40 million for investment in Ireland over an 18-month period.

“The total package approach of Xeinadin's expansive service offering, advisory mindset and expertise, will enable clients to unlock their potential and thrive in their industry, in a landscape where personal business support and a digital first focus is needed more than ever,” Derry Crowley said.