Our Local Expertise
Income Tax
Personal tax returns (Form 11) for immigrants, PAYE employees and self-employed professionals — ensuring Revenue compliance and maximising credits.
Company Formation
End-to-end company formation in Ireland, from CRO registration to tax IDs.
VAT Returns
Bi-monthly or annual VAT filings and advisory to keep you running smoothly.
Payroll
Payroll management including PRSI, PAYE setup, and ongoing support.
Self-Employed
Registrations, annual returns and practical guidance for sole traders and immigrant professionals new to the Irish system.
Bookkeeping
Day-to-day bookkeeping and reconciliations to keep your accounts clean and tax-ready.
Switching Accountant
A smooth handover with a clear checklist, clean-up and next steps.
Tax Calculators
Free live calculators for Income Tax, VAT, Payroll and day rates — estimate in seconds.
Why immigrants and businesses across Ireland trust ARAN Accounting
We work with Brazilian immigrants, international professionals, sole traders, limited companies, and PAYE employees across Ireland — all in English and Portuguese. Whether you're filing your first Irish tax return or managing payroll for a growing team, we bring the same bilingual, hands-on approach to every client.
Irish tax expertise, not generic advice
Every recommendation we make is based on current Revenue rules, CRO requirements, and Irish employment law. We stay on top of changes so you don't have to.
Bilingual support — English & Portuguese
We work in English and Brazilian Portuguese. Our team understands the immigrant experience in Ireland firsthand. We explain Revenue, CRO and Irish tax in plain language — so you always know what's happening with your money.
Modern tools, fast turnaround
We use Xero, Sage, BrightPay, and DEXT to keep your accounts accurate and your filings on time. No paper chasing, no guesswork.
Rafael Arantes
Founder
Rafael Arantes is the Brazilian-born Founder of ARAN Accounting, based in Limerick, Ireland. He founded the firm to give Brazilian immigrants and other international professionals in Ireland access to the same quality of accounting service as any Irish national — in their own language, with someone who understands their journey firsthand.
Rafael is AML/CFT certified, combining technical accuracy with clear communication. He works with modern cloud tools such as Xero, Sage, BrightPay, Surf Accounts, and DEXT, making your reporting smoother, faster, and easier to maintain.
Common questions
Do you work with Brazilian immigrants in Ireland?+
Yes. ARAN Accounting was founded specifically to serve the Brazilian community and other immigrant professionals in Ireland. We provide all our services in English and Brazilian Portuguese — over WhatsApp, email, or scheduled call.
Do you offer Portuguese-language accounting services in Ireland?+
Yes. All our services — tax returns, company formation, VAT, payroll, bookkeeping — are available in Brazilian Portuguese and English. Our team communicates fluently in both languages.
Can you help me as a newly arrived immigrant in Ireland?+
Absolutely. We specialise in supporting newcomers: PPS Number guidance, Revenue MyAccount setup, sole trader registration, PAYE compliance, company formation, and your first Irish tax return — explained step by step in plain language.
Can I get my tax back for previous years in Ireland?+
Yes. You can claim a refund for up to four prior tax years. We review your credits — Rent Tax Credit, Medical Expenses, Flat Rate Expenses, emergency tax events — and file the claims on your behalf.
I am on a Critical Skills Permit or Stamp 4 — can I register a company?+
Yes, subject to conditions. We advise on what is permitted under your immigration status before you take any step, and handle the full CRO registration and Revenue setup if you proceed.