Tax services and software provider Ryan has acquired Inspired Corporate Advisory, a firm that focuses on tax advisory and compliance services.

Inspired specialises in areas such as research and development , capital allowances, and patent box incentives.

Located in Northern Ireland, the Inspired team will enhance Ryan’s regional capabilities and tax services. The team comprises experienced tax professionals with significant expertise in the industry.

The integration is designed to cater to enterprise clients across various sectors, particularly in engineering, construction, and building supply.

The acquisition will strengthen the firm’s proficiency in corporate tax compliance, incentives, and advisory services.

Ryan European and Asia-Pacific operations president Tom Shave said: “As one of Northern Ireland’s only dedicated tax firms, Inspired is well aligned to Ryan’s commitment to providing bespoke client services focused on business taxes.

“This acquisition strengthens our growth strategy as, together, we look to expand our presence in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland.”

Ryan has appointed Inspired partners Eugene O’Neill and Michael Heinicke as principals of the firm. Furthermore, 16 team members will bring more than 60 years of collective experience from both industry and major accounting firms.

Notably, Colm Cavanagh, a distinguished former Gaelic football player, will act as a key authority for client engagement. This acquisition also signifies an expansion of Ryan’s global presence with the opening of two new office locations in Holywood and Dungiven.

Inspired co-founder and new Ryan principal Eugene O’Neill said: “As a global Firm, Ryan’s focused commitment to providing strategic tax solutions with local expertise backed by extensive technology is tremendously beneficial for our clients.

“Ryan’s results-based approach to client service, wherever they operate in the world, offers the best platform to grow Inspired and maximize tax savings for our clients.”

Earlier in June 2025, Ryan acquired The Albano Group’s real and personal property tax service lines.

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