How Good Bookkeeping Enhances Business Operations and Growth Introduction Accurate bookkeeping is the foundation of any successful business. Whether you’re running a small startup or a large corporation, keeping your financial records organized is essential for making informed decisions, ensuring…
Maximizing Tax Savings with IRAS Low-Value Assets Write-Off in Singapore Introduction Did you know that your business can write off low-value assets in just one year instead of spreading out the capital allowances over multiple years? The Low-Value Assets (LVA)…
What is the Enterprise Innovation Scheme (EIS)? The Enterprise Innovation Scheme (EIS), introduced by the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS), is designed to encourage businesses to invest in research, innovation, and capability development. Under this scheme, companies can enjoy…
Maximize Your Startup Tax Exemption in Singapore – Don’t Leave Money on the Table Are you launching a new business in Singapore? You might be missing out on significant tax savings without realizing it. The New Startup Tax Exemption (SUTE)…
Money Laundering Explained: How Banks Combat Financial Crime Money laundering is a technique used by criminals to disguise illegally obtained money as legitimate. Criminals need to “clean” this “dirty money” to make it appear legal and usable for investments. In…
Personal Income Tax: Compliance Approach by IRAS The Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) aims to foster a compliant taxpayer environment, understanding that most non-compliance issues stem from negligence or a lack of understanding of tax matters. Therefore, IRAS tailors…
Company Director Responsibilities and Duties in Singapore A company director in Singapore holds a crucial role in managing the company’s affairs and setting its strategic direction. Under the Companies Act, directors must ensure accurate and timely record-keeping, prepare financial statements…
Accrual Accounting vs. Cash Basis Accounting: An Overview The main distinction between accrual and cash basis accounting is the timing of revenue and expense recognition. While the cash method records transactions when money is actually received or paid, the accrual…
Key Differences Between GAAP and IFRS Introduction In the realm of accounting, two major frameworks dominate the global landscape: Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). GAAP is primarily utilized in the United States, while IFRS…
Comprehensive Guide to Financial Statement Presentation Objective of SB-FRS 1 SB-FRS 1 aims to prescribe the basis for presenting financial statements to ensure that are understandable, relevant, reliable, and comparable. Scope of SB-FRS 1 SB-FRS 1 applies to all general-purpose…
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