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We here at Buckley Scriven Oregan believe that winning a major customer can be an important milestone for an SME, but a large contract is not automatically a profitable one. Before signing, businesses should look beyond the headline value and understand the impact on margins, cash flow, working capi…

We here at Buckley Scriven Oregan believe that employment costs deserve much closer attention than simply looking at the salary paid to each employee. For Irish SMEs, the true cost of employment can include employer PRSI, pension contributions, benefits, recruitment, training, leave and other employ…

At Buckley Scriven Oregan we believe that financial resilience is an important part of running a successful business. An emergency fund can give an Irish SME greater flexibility when unexpected costs arise, customers pay late or trading conditions change. In 2026, where businesses continue to face c…

At Buckley Scriven Oregan we believe that VAT should be considered as part of a business’s growth strategy, rather than treated solely as a compliance obligation. As an Irish SME expands, changes in turnover, customers, products, suppliers and trading arrangements can all affect its VAT position. Re…

At Buckley Scriven Oregan we believe borrowing can be an important part of growing an Irish business, funding investment or managing a major opportunity. However, taking on significant debt is a decision that can affect cash flow, profitability and financial flexibility for years. Before committing…