Ifac, Ireland’s farming, food and agribusiness specialist professional services firm, has announced the appointment of Jamie Burns as a new Partner.
Burns has been appointed as Partner to work alongside Eoghan Drea, Partner at ifac’s office in Dungarvan.
A Waterford native, Burns joined ifac as a Senior Accountant in 2016.
He is a Chartered Certified Accountant with more than ten years of experience in client advisory.
His area of specialism is advising clients on financial management and tax-efficient business structures.
In addition to contributing to the ongoing growth and development of the firm, Burns will continue to work closely with Drea and all his colleagues to ensure ifac clients in the region receive excellent services.
Beyond his work, Burns is also an active member of his local community.
He is a playing member and Club Secretary of Seaview Celtic FC, Annestown and a playing member of Dunhill GAA Club.
Commenting on his new role, Burns said: “I am excited about this new opportunity to work together with my colleagues to grow our business, and guide and support our clients through all of their challenges, growth opportunities and business decisions.
“We have what it takes to exceed our clients’ expectations.”
Welcoming this new appointment, John Donoghue, ifac Chief Executive, said: “Our clients across the South-East are growing quickly, and they need the right strategic supports to achieve their potential.
“Jamie, Eoghan and the ifac team in Dungarvan will ensure our clients in the region continue to drive their businesses forward and grow and protect their wealth. I wish Jamie every success in his new role.”

A growing top-ten accountancy firm with a 30-office footprint and a dedicated team of 560 professionals, ifac has been committed to serving its farming, food, agri-business and SME clients across the country for the past 50 years.
The firm offers a full suite of professional services, including accounting, tax, audit, corporate finance, corporate recovery, payroll, financial planning, company secretarial, and business valuations.
Photo: Jamies Burns (right) pictured with ifac Chief Executive John Donoghue