William Spiteri Bailey

William Spiteri Bailey of RSM Malta, a longstanding member of IR Global, is happy to announce that he has been elected to the Council of The Malta Chamber of Commerce, Enterprise and Industry. Following last Wednesday’s Annual General Meeting and subsequent voting process, Malta Chamber members elected a new council for 2021-2023. The elected members,…

On the 8th of June 2020, the Maltese Government has announced an economic regeneration plan aiming to boost Malta’s economy after the COVID-19 slowdown which can be categorised in three categories: Reduction of costs for businesses / Increasing domestic demand / Incentivising industry while safeguarding jobs. REDUCTION OF COSTS FOR BUSINESSES One-time rent subsidy of…

On miracles, opportunities and strategic actions for business growth through your people. Whether I am in a client meeting with a small uprising enterprise of less than 10 staff members or a well-established group of 300+ employees, the local conversation about people issues touches on the same challenges:  Attracting, interviewing and sourcing candidates whose potential matches…

There are currently several opportunities available to commercial entities wishing to grow their business. The Business Enhance Grants managed by the Measures and Support Division are open to both start-ups and established businesses alike. There are several grants available intended to help cover part of the costs of different initiatives such as business plans, shop or factory…

Accountants must carry their responsibilities with dignity, confidentiality and professional behaviour while embracing technology, Malta Institute of Accountants president William Spiteri Bailey tells the Times of Malta. Technology leaves no stone unturned, disrupting sectors and professions, and in turn fuelling cycles of adaptation and survival. The accountancy profession is not immune to disruption and has come a…

The financial services watchdog has introduced new anti-money laundering measures that target politically exposed persons.  In a statement on Monday, the Malta Financial Services Authority Services announced the publication its new Guidance on Politically Exposed Persons, saying this was “another step in the MFSA’s efforts to enhance Anti Money Laundering (AML) supervision and tackle international…

Our August Member Spotlight features William Spiteri Bailey of RSM Malta. William has been a member of IR Global since 2012 as our exclusive Corporate Finance member in Malta.  William is a Certified Public Accountant and a registered auditor. He is a fellow of the Malta Institute of Accountants. William is currently a Council member and President of…

William Spiteri Bailey, a partner at RSM Malta, a member of IRGlobal,  has been elected president of the Malta Institute of Accountants (MIA) following the institute’s annual general meeting held on  Thursday 13th of July 2017.  Mr Spiteri Bailey replaces Franco Azzopardi, who served his two-year term as the Institute’s president between July 2015 and…

RSM consolidates as a leading mid-tier firm in Malta     Spiteri Bailey & Co is merging with the member firm of RSM in Malta with effect from 1st January 2016. As a result of this merger, RSM will rank as one of Malta’s leading mid-tier firms. The new, combined RSM will employ a unique talent…

On 12th October 2015, the Minister for Finance delivered the Government’s Budget to Parliament which reviewed Malta’s economic performance, forecasted future economic viability and detailed several taxation changes. In his introductory speech, the Minister of Finance expressed satisfaction with the Government’s performance during 2014. Speaking to the House of Representatives, the Minister of Finance summarized…

As a member of IR Global and a Technical Adviser to the IFAC SMP Committee, I am happy to present the 2015 IFAC Global SMP survey which IRGLobal member accountants all over the globe are urged to take on. Your response will help us better support you and effectively serve and represent SMPs. Take the…