Ernő Varga, Chairman of the Board, VRG Hungary, Accounting & Tax Advisory Firm in Budapest
- 14 Apr 2026 5:16 PM

Prior to this, he built his business by drawing on nearly two decades of professional experience as an employee, culminating in a middle management role. He continues to develop the company based on this strong foundation.
A forward-thinking professional, he recognizes the transformation of the accounting profession towards a more advisory and analytical role. Accordingly, he possesses a diverse and comprehensive professional background: he is a registered chartered accountant, tax advisor, tax expert, and certified wealth planning specialist. In addition, he holds a law degree, a postgraduate qualification in criminalistics and criminal law, and is also engaged in legal practice as an attorney.
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1. Where did you grow up?
I was born in Székesfehérvár – Hungary’s historic coronation city, so I guess you could say I started life with royal standards.
2. If you could be an expat anywhere in the world, where would you choose?
Japan. I love how it perfectly mixes ancient traditions with futuristic vibes.
3. What would you miss most if you moved away from Hungary?
The food, no question – especially a traditional Hungarian dish called tripe with marrow. Not everyone’s favorite… which just means more for me.
4. Friends are in Budapest for a weekend - what must they absolutely see and do?
Danube walk at night, Parliament, a ruin bar, and definitely a thermal bath – basically the full Budapest starter pack.
5. What is your favourite food?
Tripe with marrow. It’s a bold choice, I know – but I stand by it.
6. What is your favourite sport / form of exercise?
Chess. Minimal sweating, maximum strategy.
7. What is your favourite place in Hungary?
Mátraháza and Kékestető – fresh air, great views, and just enough distance from everything.
8. What career other than yours would you love to pursue?
Lawyer. Arguing professionally sounds like a natural upgrade.
9. What’s a job you would definitely never want?
Tax inspector. I prefer being liked.
10. Where did you spend your last vacation?
Riga – beautiful, underrated, and full of character.
11. Where do you hope to spend your next one?
Somewhere warm, ideally near the sea and far from emails.
12. What was your favourite band, film, or hobby as a teen?
French impressionist organ music. Yes, I peaked early and in a very specific niche.
13. Apart of temptation what can't you resist?
Great food and sharp humor – deadly combination.
14. Red wine or white?
A full-bodied red. The stronger, the better.
15. Book or movie?
Movie – I like my stories with visuals and less commitment.
16. Morning person or night person?
Night person. Mornings and I have an understanding: we avoid each other.
17. Which social issue do you feel most strongly about?
Ending poverty. It’s one of those things that simply shouldn’t still be a problem.
18. Buda or Pest side?
Pest for the energy, Buda for the views – but if I had to choose, Pest. I like a bit of chaos.
19. Which achievement in your life are you most pleased about?
Becoming someone I actually like – still a work in progress, but going well.
20. What would you say is your personal motto?
“Enjoy the moment, but always keep moving forward.” (Preferably with good food and wine involved.)









