Donal

Donal Ryan 

  • Audit Partner (Ireland)
  • 18+ years experience 


"My commitment is to bring my international investment management experience to you, with direct involvement in the key judgements and complex matters across the investment group. I will provide constructive challenge, global perspective and a strong focus on audit quality throughout."

Donal is an Audit Partner with  over 18 years of experience in the financial services industry both in Ireland and North America, specialising in a wide array of client types, including asset management companies, UCITS, AIFs, special purpose vehicles, hedge funds, private equity, and securitisations.

Throughout his career, Donal has worked closely with clients within the broad financial services sector, providing tailored assurance and advisory services. He is recognised for helping clients navigate complex issues and ensuring compliance with international accounting standards such as IFRS, US GAAP, and other local regulatory requirements.

At a firm level, he has been instrumental in leading risk, quality, and transformation initiatives. In this capacity, he has spearheaded efforts to enhance audit methodologies, improve client service delivery, and ensure adherence to the highest level of quality while providing valuable insights to his clients. 

Largest Financial Services sectors serviced:

  • Asset management companies
  • UCITS and AIFs
  • Special purpose vehicles
  • Hedge funds
  • Private equity
  • Securitisation entities

Group / Multinational audit experience

Donal has extensive international financial services experience gained across Ireland and North America, working with clients operating under IFRS, US GAAP and local regulatory frameworks. His experience spans complex financial services structures including asset management, funds, private equity, SPVs and securitisations. He brings a strong focus on consistent audit quality, risk management and coordination across complex engagements.

Qualifications and professional affiliations 

  • Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants (Ireland) 
  • BBL in Business and Law (University College Dublin)