Celebrating the Finance Professionals of Wales

Finance Awards Wales

Friday, 15th May 2026

Location

Holland House Hotel

Open for Entires From: 17th December, 2025

Finance Awards Wales 2026 opens for nominations on 17th December, inviting organisations and individuals from across the Welsh finance community to put forward the people whose work truly makes a difference.

From rising stars to experienced leaders, we are excited to discover the stories and achievements that will define this year’s awards.

We look forward to receiving your nominations and seeing you at the 2026 event.

Explore the event

Key Dates

Application dates, interview dates, and all you need to know.

Awards Categories

Browse the 2026 Finance Awards Wales categories and entry criteria.

Meet the Judges

The line-up contains luminaries from Wales Finance's finest.

Award categories

CFO / Finance Director of the Year
Young Finance Director of the Year
Financial Controller/Financial Manager of the Year
Accountant of the Year
Finance Apprentice of the Year
Accounts Technician of the Year
Rising Star of the Year
Small Finance Team of the Year (up to 10 staff within team)
Medium/Large Finance Team (more than 11 staff)
Finance Team of the Year – Third Sector
Independent Practice of the Year
Payroller of the Year
Finance Project of the Year
Public Sector Team of the Year
Excellence in DEI of the Year
Best Place to Work of the Year
ESG Excellence Award

Our sponsors

What people are saying...

"As our finance community broadens its horizons, we’re excited to showcase talent across new categories, including the ESG Excellence award, which highlights the role finance professionals play in driving positive change. This is alongside 13 other awards designed to celebrate the diversity and innovation within our sector."

Matt Hyde

MD, Finance Awards Wales

"The Welsh Government is proud to champion our dynamic finance sector. These awards are a fantastic opportunity to celebrate the breadth of talent across Wales and the valued impact finance professionals have on our economy. I encourage everyone to nominate those making a real difference in their organisations and communities"

Rebecca Evans

Cabinet Secretary for Economy, Energy and Planning

"Finance Awards Wales continues to be a pinnacle in the business calendar, showcasing the exceptional talent within the finance profession in Wales. I am thrilled to be part of the 2025 Awards as we acknowledge both new and seasoned finance talent."

Emma Peterson

Director of Recruit 121