Edenderry accountancy student amongst world’s best

Edenderry student, James Leddin has rea son to celebrate after ranking amongst the best in Ireland and the world in his accountancy exams.

An Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) student at Dublin-based online college, Accountancy School, James finished first in Ireland and seventh globally in his Strategic Business Leader exam.

Viewing his result in context, of the worldwide number of 500,000 ACCA students, approximately 8,000 of whom study in Ireland, James was among 28 fellow Accountancy School students to finish first in Ireland. All were recognised for their achievements at a ceremony in Dublin recently.

Congratulating him on his result, Accountancy School managing director, Dave O’Donoghue said: “ACCA is a globally recognised accountancy qualification, and the key to a hugely rewarding career in accountancy and financial management, here in Ireland and internation ally.

 “At a time when employers worldwide are actively seeking qualified accounting talent, ACCA trainees, affiliates and members continue to benefit from strong demand for their skills and excellent career prospects,” O’Donoghue added.