Fin-SME Library

Singapore SME Accounting Guides

Practical guides on bookkeeping, payroll, financial statements, software and compliance, written by Mehdi Javed, Financial Controller.

Payroll

IR8A Form Singapore 2026: Complete Employer Filing Guide

What IR8A is, who must file, the 1 March deadline, Auto Inclusion Scheme rules, common mistakes, and what happens if you miss the deadline.

Singapore Focus • June 2026 Read →
Payroll

CPF Contribution Rates 2026 Singapore: Complete Employer Guide

Full rate table by age band, OA/SA/MA split, part-time rules, the 2026 OW ceiling increase, and a worked payslip example.

Singapore Focus • June 2026 Read →
Fundamentals

Bookkeeping vs Accounting: What's the Difference?

Bookkeeping vs accounting explained simply. See what each does, how they differ, and whether you need one or both.

Singapore Focus • May 2026 Read →
Hiring Guide

How to Choose an Accountant for Your Singapore SME

The questions to ask, what good looks like, and the red flags that should make you walk away.

Singapore Focus • May 2026 Read →
Compliance

Year-End Accounting Checklist for Singapore SMEs

What to reconcile, gather and prepare before your financial statements and filing fall due.

Singapore Focus • May 2026 Read →
Pricing

How Much Does an Accountant Cost in Singapore?

Real monthly ranges for small businesses, what drives the price, and how outsourcing compares to hiring in-house.

Singapore Focus • May 2026 Read →
Software

Best Accounting Software for Singapore SMEs (2026)

A short, honest shortlist with GST and InvoiceNow readiness, PSG grant info, and a clear pick.

Singapore Focus • May 2026 Read →
Software

Xero vs QuickBooks for Singapore Business (2026)

Compare price, GST and InvoiceNow readiness, payroll and local fit, with a clear recommendation.

Singapore Focus • May 2026 Read →

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