Dublin, Friday November 12th,
Hughes Blake Chartered Accountants today announced that it has appointed Anthuan Xavier, one of Ireland’s most experienced and successful practice accountants and accomplished business leaders, as Chairman of the firm.
Commenting on the appointment Neil Hughes, Managing Partner of Hughes Blake said:”Our track record in delivering for our clients has enabled us to grow rapidly over the past five years with the firm trebling in size over that period. We have ambitions to build further on this growth by investing in particular areas of expertise over the months and years ahead.
“Anthuan’s experience in building the most successful indigenous accountancy firm in Ireland from start-up to 500 people will be invaluable to us as we plan for our future. Despite the ongoing challenging outlook there are significant opportunities in Ireland for firms that focus on the delivery of high quality advice and service. We are delighted that Anthuan has recognised that Hughes Blake brings something unique to the Irish market and we look forward to working with him to maximise the opportunities in the years ahead,” he concluded.
Speaking about his new role, Anthuan Xavier said: “I am delighted to have the opportunity to join Hughes Blake in the role of Chairman. The entrepreneurial approach that the management team brings to the firm is extremely refreshing and differentiates it from others in the profession in Ireland at this time. The ability and willingness to be flexible to meet a client’s needs and adapt to the changes in the business environment are critical skills that will help to drive growth.
“I look forward to working closely with the Partners and team at Hughes Blake as we work to support the firm’s clients through these unpredictable times. I believe that Hughes Blake is positioned well for the future and I am very enthusiastic about being part of this dynamic team.”
Hughes Blake is a rapidly growing mid-sized accountancy practice which has a strong track record in the areas of corporate restructuring and insolvency work – it completed half of the examinerships conducted in the State last year. The Practice offers the full range of accountancy services ranging from audit, tax consultancy and financial services and has a particular expertise in the area of corporate location services for multinationals that are setting up in Ireland. The firm has offices in Dublin and Enniscorthy, Wexford.
Anthuan is a highly respected and experienced business leader. A Fellow of the Institute of Accountants, Anthuan has over 30 years’ experience with specific focus on corporate finance and corporate restructuring.
A founder of Ireland’s leading indigenous accountancy firm, he has a considerable reputation within the Irish business community, built through a highly impressive track record of being a Director of companies in fund management, fund administration and Insurance brokerages, supplemented by being Chairman of a cross section of highly successful businesses ranging from €6m to €100m turnover in manufacturing, retail, property, construction, asset management and IT Services.
Career Achievements
Founded BDO Simpson Xavier, the fastest growing and largest indigenous accountancy firm in Ireland and led its growth to a 500 person multi-disciplinary professional services firm.
Founder and Chairman of the Ireland / Malaysia association, a bilateral trade organisation that maximises cross cultural and business links.
Strategic advisor to many of Ireland’s leading companies over a 30 year period including business restructuring, refinance and international development.
Brought a number of indigenous companies to the stock exchange
Professional Qualifications
- Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Ireland
- Member of Institute of Directors in Ireland
- Chairman of the Irish-Malaysian Business Association