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Become a Chartered Accountant

Chartered Accountants Ireland
Chartered Accountants Ireland
Sustainability
Entrepreneurship
Cavanagh Kelly
Police Service Of Northern Ireland
Chartered Accountancy
Belfast
Happy Days
Fashion Rental
Coal Island
Other Voices
KPMG

In this 'Become a Chartered Accountant' podcast series you will hear directly from members and students of Chartered Accountants Ireland and how they decided on the ACA qualification, their journey and how their careers are going.

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In this episode, Sinead Fox Hamilton speaks to Ruth McLoughlin, Chartered Accountant, tax adviser, business consultant and fashion rental business owner, about building a career on your own terms. Ruth reflects on her journey from Deloitte and intern... more

In this episode, Sinead Fox Hamilton sits down with Iarfhlaith Ó Domhnaill, a chartered accountant whose career now spans film, television and music production, including work on Other Voices. From training in a small Dublin firm to working in KPMG a... more

In this episode of the Become a Chartered Accountant podcast, Sinead Fox Hamilton talks to Pamela McCready, President of Chartered Accountants Ireland for 2025/26 and Chief Operating Officer of the Police Service of Northern Ireland. Pamela shares a ... more

Nifemi’s career didn’t start in accounting — in fact, she studied science at university before discovering her true passion at a graduate careers fair. In this inspiring conversation, she shares how she made the leap into Chartered Accountancy, toppe... more

From growing up on a family farm to leading his own accountancy practice, Shaun McGlade’s journey shows the power of hard work, adaptability, and vision. In this episode, Shaun reflects on the lessons learned from his parents’ business, the importanc... more

Tom has used the freedom of movement that Chartered Accountancy has given him to travel the world and to make friends in places like Bermuda, New York, the Netherlands and Cyprus. He has also used his qualification to pivot from finance to sustainabi... more

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Ruth McLoughlin
Chartered Accountant, Tax Advisor, Business Consultant, Fashion Retailer
Happy Days; former head of international tax at Ancestry
Episode: Ruth McLoughlin: From International Tax to Sustainable Fashion
Iarfhlaith Ó Domhnaill
Chartered Accountant turned film, TV and music producer
Southwind Blows, Other Voices
Episode: Iarfhlaith Ó Domhnaill: From Chartered Accountant to Creative Producer
Pamela McCready
Chair, Chartered Accountants Ireland President; Chief Operating Officer, Police Service of Northern Ireland
Chartered Accountants Ireland; Police Service of Northern Ireland
Episode: Pamela McCready: Leadership, Community and a Career Without Limits

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Sinead Fox Hamilton
Host of the podcast, interviewing Chartered Accountants

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#135
Ireland/Business/Careers
Apple Podcasts
#237
New Zealand/Business/Careers

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Ruth McLoughlin: From International Tax to Sustainable Fashion
Q: What would you say to someone considering Chartered Accountancy as a career?
Investing in yourself through CA is a long‑term foundation that opens doors to travel, leadership roles, and the ability to turn passion into a viable business, with ongoing opportunities to educate and empower others.
Ruth McLoughlin: From International Tax to Sustainable Fashion
Q: Tell us more about Happy Days and why it fits with your sustainability goals.
Happy Days is an established rental fashion business that aligns with Ruth's sustainability ethos, offering inclusive sizes and a strong community focus, which demonstrates how accounting skills can support ethical consumer brands.
Ruth McLoughlin: From International Tax to Sustainable Fashion
Q: How does the CA qualification enable you to pivot into entrepreneurship and sustainability?
The CA qualification provides a solid, transferable skill set—problem solving, leadership, and financial acumen—that allows you to launch or steer diverse ventures, from consulting to fashion rental, with confidence.
Pamela McCready: Leadership, Community and a Career Without Limits
Q: Are robots going to take our jobs?
No. AI will augment rather than eliminate the need for accountants; continuous learning and adapting to new reporting standards and technologies will keep the profession relevant.
Pamela McCready: Leadership, Community and a Career Without Limits
Q: What do you think is important advice when it comes to considering Chartered Accountancy as a career?
Be inquisitive and analytical, build a foundation in numbers, and then apply those skills to a variety of roles. The profession offers adaptability across industries, and networking within CAI communities provides support and opportunities beyond traditional accounting paths.

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This series features conversations with members and students of Chartered Accountants Ireland, exploring why they chose the ACA qualification, their career journeys, and how their roles are evolving across business, public service, and entrepreneurship. Episodes highlight cross-functional career paths for accountants, leadership and public-interest impact, and creative or entrepreneurial pivots enabled by strong financial training. Notable throughlines include mobility and global opportunities for CA training, the expanding role of accountants beyond numbers, and practical guidance for listeners considering career transitions, leadership roles, or starting their own ventures. The show stands out for its emphasis on professional identity, me... more

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