Uncommon Sense

IFT was founded by John Slevin and Sinead Leech in 1997 with a view to translating finance speak into plain English.

That founding philosophy and desire to talk common sense and give sound advice to businesspeople remains one of the core principles of the company. 

And we have been doing that ever since, with a talented team who help you make decisions to move your business forward.

IFT is part of the GS Verde Group; the business focussed experts in getting deals done. 

GS Verde is a multidiscipline team offering a full suite of essential services needed for corporate transactions. From legal, to finance, to tax and communications. Multiple Disciplines : One Team

The Complete Outsourced Accounting Solution Provider

We provide all elements of an outsourced accounting solution on a customised basis.

You select what you need and we tailor the solution to your needs.

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Why Choose IFT?

We are more than just accountants.
We can give you the technical ‘doing’ that you need and combine that with the strategic focus and advice that you also need.
Our goal is to help you achieve yours.
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Our Process

Our success has been built on having a consistent, tried and trusted process for delivery to our clients.

John Slevin, Director, IFT Accounting and Finance

Message from John Slevin, CEO

One of the things that our clients say about us is that we are in it with them.

We give you peace of mind that things are being done right and that we are committed to your business success.

For many clients, we have been with them through the best and the worst of times. So, they know that we can be relied upon when backs are to the wall. We believe in being reasonable and flexible, because we couldn’t have gotten them through without it.

We are committed to constantly monitoring our own performance, because you are only as good as your last job. Our goal is to help you achieve yours.
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Our Clients

We typically work with

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international companies
Irish Companies

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VC-backed Start-Ups

International Companies

Irish SMEs

The IFT Way

How We Work Deliver

We operate a consistent 4-stage work process, which means that our work is thorough and consistent.

Click into each sequential stage to see what each comprises.

Processing of Source Data

Debtor & Creditor management

Review & Query

Key Reconcilations

Payroll/VAT/ PAYE

Month End journals

Lead Schedules

Key Reconciliations/ Check list

Review & Query

Management Accounts Pack

KPI

Review & Query

Sign Off

Delivery of our Product to

  • Management Team
  • BOD
  • Auditors

Our Process

Set-up

Based on analysis of client needs, we plan what needs to be done, when it needs to be done and how best to do it
Phase 1

Processing of Data

The bedrock of our service is the accurate and timely processing of source data
Phase 2

Review & Query

Examine what we have done identify and communicate queries and complete necessary reconciliations
Phase 3

The File

Complete the Management Accounts file inclusive of month end journals and other exceptional items
Phase 4

The Pack

Preparation of the Management Accounts Pack -
our PRODUCT
Phase 5

Report

Delivery of our product to the client, in an agreed format at an agreed time
Phase 6

Our Qualities

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Integrity

morality

Honesty

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Commitment

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Humour

excellence

Excellence

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Respect

capability

Capability

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Communication

GS Verde Group Values

GS Verde Group Values




One team with multiple disciplines, the GS Verde Group adapts quickly to support and increase client success.

Our dynamic team exceeds expectations with our ambitious and pioneering approach to getting deals done.

Our Directors

John Slevin

As one of the principal founders of IFT, John is responsible for the leadership and vision of the company. His focus is on the strategic development of IFT to the benefit of our clients. His aim is to provide the full spectrum of services and supports that will enable our clients to flourish and achieve their full commercial potential.

John has accumulated a vast spectrum of experience since qualifying as a Chartered Accountant and on completion of his MBA he made the decision to leave industry and establish IFT. Bringing this commercial experience in financial management and financial performance into the organization.

Outside of work, John likes watching sport, talking about sport, and wishing he still played. He enjoys playing golf, cooking and spending time with family and friends.
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Sinead Leech

Sinead is a founder director of IFT, responsible for key client relationships and business development.

Her core skills are strategic and operational financial management, including business planning, financial control and board / management reporting. Her focus is on business-critical information designed to help clients grow and develop their business.

Sinead qualified as a chartered accountant and held a number of CFO / finance director roles before establishing IFT. Sinead was appointed to the board of Coillte in 2002 and served as a member of the audit committee. She was appointed to the Commission on Taxation in 2008 and in addition to participating in the plenary sessions, chaired the subgroup on the system of taxation as a support to economic activities.

When not working Sinead supports a number of charities pro bono and spends time with family and friends. Her hobbies and interests include travel, golf, bridge, dogs and genetic genealogy.
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