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Ep. 301: Alissa Vickery - Unraveling the Complexities of ESG Reporting

IMA's Count Me

Get ready for an enlightening chat with Alissa Vickery , the newly appointed interim CFO and the Chief Accounting Officer, SVP Accounting and Controls at Corpay , on Count Me In! In this episode, Alissa, who's appeared with us twice before, sits down with host Adam Larson to tackle the complex world of ESG reporting challenges and operations. At Corpay, Alissa's been knee-deep in this evolving landscape, and she's here to shed light on the hurdles finance teams face in adapting to new SEC regula

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Sunset for QBO 'Tags' has been delayed.

Insightful Accountant

Intuit has changed the date they plan to stop supporting 'tags' within QuickBooks Online. The new date is May 16, 2025.

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How to File Annual Returns with BizFile in Singapore in 2025

Counto

How to File Annual Returns with BizFile in Singapore in 2025 Filing your Annual Returns (AR) is a key part of keeping your company compliant in Singapore. Whether you’re a first-time business owner or managing a growing SME, missing your filing deadlines can lead to penalties or even enforcement action from ACRA. Heres a practical guide for small business owners on how to file your Annual Returns using BizFile in 2025.

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Singapore’s Foreign Worker Quota: What SMEs Need to Know in 2025

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Singapores Foreign Worker Quota: What SMEs Need to Know in 2025 Hiring foreign workers is common in many small and medium-sized businesses in Singapore especially in sectors like construction, retail, F&B, and cleaning services. But every employer needs to navigate the foreign worker quota system, also known as the Dependency Ratio Ceiling (DRC).

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Data Talks, CFOs Listen: Why Analytics Is The Key To Better Spend Management

Speaker: Claire Grosjean

Finance teams are drowning in data—but is it actually helping them spend smarter? Without the right approach, excess spending, inefficiencies, and missed opportunities continue to drain profitability. While analytics offers powerful insights, financial intelligence requires more than just numbers—it takes the right blend of automation, strategy, and human expertise.

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How to Work in Singapore as a ONE Pass or Tech.Pass Spouse: 2025 Guide

Counto

How to Work in Singapore as a ONE Pass or Tech.Pass Spouse: 2025 Guide Singapores top-tier work passes like the ONE Pass and Tech.Pass are designed to attract global leaders in business, tech, and innovation. But what about their spouses? If youre the spouse of a ONE Pass or Tech.Pass holder, and you’re looking to work legally in Singapore, youll need to understand the specific rules and options available to you in 2025.

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Tax Clearance in Singapore: A Complete Guide 2025

Counto

Tax Clearance in Singapore: A Complete Guide 2025 When a non-citizen employee leaves your company or Singapore, theres more to handle than a final payslip. In Singapore, employers are legally required to ensure tax matters are settled before a foreign or SPR (Singapore Permanent Resident) employee departs a process known as Tax Clearance. In 2025, tax clearance compliance remains a key responsibility for businesses, especially those employing foreign professionals.

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Over 60% of Businesses Used Government Support in 2025: Here’s What’s Available for You

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Do Foreigners Need to Pay GST When Buying Products for Resale in Singapore?

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Do Foreigners Need to Pay GST When Buying Products for Resale in Singapore? If you’re a foreigner planning to run a business in Singapore, especially one that involves buying and reselling products, understanding how Goods and Services Tax (GST) works is essential. GST in Singapore is a tax on local consumption and whether you need to pay or charge GST depends not on where youre from, but on how your business is structured.

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How Can Singapore’s SMEs Reduce Manpower Costs?

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How Can Singapores SMEs Reduce Manpower Costs? In todays climate, small businesses in Singapore are navigating tighter margins, rising salaries, and stricter compliance requirements. For most SMEs, manpower costs are one of the biggest recurring expenses and reducing them effectively can be the difference between breaking even and scaling up. So how can business owners cut manpower costs without cutting corners?

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Singapore Extends GST Charging Grace Period to 60 Days: What SMEs Must Know About Registration in 2025

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Singapore Extends GST Charging Grace Period to 60 Days: What SMEs Must Know About Registration in 2025 For many small businesses in Singapore, keeping up with statutory obligations is just part of running a business and one of the most significant is GST registration. Starting 1 July 2025, an important update to GST regulations will give SMEs more breathing room when it comes to charging GST after crossing the S$1 million turnover threshold.

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What Your Financial Statements Are Telling You—And How to Listen!

Speaker: David Worrell, CFO, Author & Speaker

Your financial statements hold powerful insights—but are you truly paying attention? Many finance professionals focus on the income statement while overlooking key signals hidden in the balance sheet and cash flow statement. Understanding these numbers can unlock smarter decision-making, uncover risks, and drive long-term success. Join David Worrell, accomplished CFO, finance expert, and author, for an engaging, nontraditional take on reading financial statements.