“Following a successful tender application in November 2025, Whelan Dowling & Associates (WDA) were appointed as statutory auditors and completed the statutory audit for Rape Crisis Midwest CLG for the year ended 31st December 2025. The feedback from our board and senior management regarding WDA’s professional service, approach, and personnel has been wholly positive. The team at WDA were approachable and were generous with their time throughout.  The directors were particularly complimentary about WDA’s presentation of the audited accounts at our AGM in June 2026, stating it was an in-depth, clear and comprehensive presentation. In particular, WDA brought of level of clarity to the non-finance associated roles on the board. This has led to an increased understanding as the information presented was unambiguous and digestible.  WDA brought clarity, professionalism, and sector insight to our governance reporting. We highly recommend their services to any organization looking for a premier tier of audit partnership”

Rape Crisis Midwest

Following a casual vacancy for the statutory auditor role in 2025, Crann appointed Whelan Dowling & Associates (WDA) in January 2026 to conduct our financial audit for the year ended 31st December 2025. Throughout the engagement, WDA proved to be an exceptionally professional, approachable, and reliable audit partner. The entire process was executed seamlessly, strictly on budget, and with minimal disruption to our day-to-day operations. A particular highlight was their presentation to our members at our recent AGM. Created and directed specifically for a non-accounting audience, Jason Dowling and the WDA team delivered a financial briefing that was refreshing, accessible, and thoroughly informative. People for Trees (Ireland) CLG (Crann) has no hesitation in recommending Whelan Dowling & Associates to any organisation seeking a dependable, high-calibre, and professional audit partner.

Crann

We engaged Whelan Dowling & Associates (WDA) for the provision of statutory audit services for the financial year ended 31st December 2024, as well as for assistance in the preparation of our financial statements. This was our first time working with WDA, and we are very impressed with the quality of service we received. Jason Dowling FCA acted as our account manager and provided excellent service and sound professional advice throughout the audit process. His responsiveness, clear communication, and understanding of our sector were particularly valued. WDA ensured we met all of our statutory deadlines and they remained within budget, while being readily accessible to both our Trustees and management team throughout the engagement. We would have absolutely no hesitation in recommending WDA to other not-for-profit organisations seeking a reliable and professional audit partner 

Donegal Youth Services CLG.

“When we faced an urgent compliance deadline due to a late-stage change in our auditing arrangements in 2026, Whelan Dowling & Associates (WDA) delivered an outstanding professional service. Approached at the end of April, WDA successfully mobilized, executed, and concluded the statutory audit for An Saol Foundation CLG within an intense three-week window. This rapid turnaround ensured we met our critical 31st May 2026 funder reporting obligations seamlessly, on time, and completely on budget. Their team provided our Board and management with excellent communication, technical clarity, and rigorous professional standards. We highly recommend WDA for their agility, reliability, and superior commitment to client service.”

An Saol Foundation CLG

A charity’s first statutory audit can feel daunting, but WDA made the process straightforward and manageable. When SERI appointed WDA to undertake our first audit following an increase in income, their team broke the process down into simple steps and explained clearly what was needed at each stage.

Throughout the engagement, they were approachable, helpful and exceptionally responsive to our questions. Their knowledge of the charity sector gave us confidence, and the audit was completed on time and on budget with no disruption to our operations.

We would happily recommend WDA to any charity seeking a professional and supportive audit partner.

Social Enterprise Republic of Ireland CLG (SERI)

This was our first year as a WDA client. Everyone at the firm was a pleasure to deal with throughout the audit process. They ensured the transition was as smooth as possible, and they provided us with all the expertise we needed. We are looking forward to working with them again next year.

IDEA

On behalf of Outhouse LGBTQ+ Centre CLG, I am delighted to express our sincere gratitude to Whelan Dowling & Associates (WDA) for the exceptional audit and assurance services provided to our organisation in 2024. Having recently transitioned to WDA as our auditors, we were immediately impressed by their professionalism, expertise, and dedication. Throughout the audit process, the WDA team consistently met all deadlines, adhered to the agreed-upon audit plan, and remained within the budgeted costs. Furthermore, WDA demonstrated a deep understanding of the unique financial and operational complexities of the Irish charity and not-for-profit sector. Their insights and guidance proved invaluable to our organisation, and we greatly appreciate their collaborative approach and commitment to supporting our mission. We highly recommend Whelan Dowling & Associates to any organisation seeking a reliable, knowledgeable, and supportive audit partner 

Outhouse LGBTQ+ Centre

WDA have a detailed knowledge and expertise of the cultural and charity sectors. They have taken the time to understand Dublin Dance Festival’s strategic and business objectives and have provided very reliable advice across regulatory, compliance and governance matters in addition to financial expertise. The team is competent, professional and approachable and are always available to provide insight and guidance

Dublin Dance Festival

Whelan Dowling & Associates understands the unique needs and challenges that a charity in Ireland faces. They offer practical advice and guidance that is specific to the non-profit sector. They have conducted several of our annual audits and always ensure that we meet the highest standards of accountability. We always feel we can pick up the phone for advice and assistance, including for non-audit related queries and that has been greatly appreciated. We would highly recommend Whelan Dowling & Associates to any organisation seeking an audit firm to work with 

Migrant Rights Centre Ireland.

Fighting Blindness has been using WDA for the last number of years and we have found them to be approachable, diligent and easy to deal with. Their turnaround speeds are impressive and their sectoral knowledge more so. I have had several experiences of WDA across the sector and all have been of a consistently high quality. I would have no hesitation in recommending WDA to any prospective client

Fighting Blindness

At Donore Credit Union, we have used Whelan Dowling as External Auditors and now as Risk and Compliance Officers. As a smaller credit union, we need to ensure any outsource function is adding value to our organisation and we are on top of current or upcoming legislative or regulatory issues. WDA is a recognised industry partner and their knowledge of the credit union environment is invaluable to us as we continue to grow our credit union and deliver for our members. Partners like WDA are key to our success, and I would have no hesitation in recommending them

Donore Credit Union

Traders in the Area Supporting the Cultural Quarter CLG have engaged the services of Whelan Dowling & Associates (WDA) as our statutory auditor for the past 10 years. I can also confirm that Whelan Dowling & Associates have provided advice in the areas of operational effectiveness, financial planning & board governance. Whelan Dowling & Associates are very professional in their approach. The audit process is robust and methodical, and they understand our business and assist us to continuously develop our business. I would have no hesitation in recommending Whelan Dowling & Associates to any organisation in the non-for-profit sector 

The Temple Bar Company

South Leinster Citizens Information Service appointed WDA as the company auditors commencing in January 2026.  The first audit after making such a change is always the trickiest but in this instance the process was straightforward and stress free.  WDA set out an audit plan, met with me to explain the plan, and followed it exactly.  I was able to give them remote access to my financial management system and submit documents via a secure shared drive.  No site visited needed!   The audited accounts were ready by the middle of March two weeks ahead of the agreed deadline.  WDA also met with me to informally review the accounts before formal presentation to the board. I am very happy with the outcome

South Citizens Information