Trading & Import/Export
Cross-border invoicing, customs documentation ledgering, foreign exchange accounting, and IRAS major exporter scheme advisory.
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4.9 ★ · 103 Google reviews · 95% satisfaction · Since 2013
Effortless Singapore Accounting, Tax & Corporate Compliance
Led by Chartered Accountants with a 24-hour response guarantee, Bob & Co handles your ACRA incorporation, statutory secretarial duties, bookkeeping, and IRAS tax filing so you can focus entirely on growing your business.
24h
Inquiry Evaluation
95%
Customer Satisfaction
10+ Yrs
Singapore Advisory
Strict ACRA & IRAS Compliance
Zero late penalties, SFRS-compliant compilation & Xero cloud synchronization.
Sector Competence
Key Industries We Support
Our partners and senior specialists bring over a decade of deep domain experience across Singapore's major commercial and professional sectors, providing tailored statutory and bookkeeping practices that respect each industry's distinct operating rhythm.
E-Commerce & Digital Brands
Multi-channel sales reconciliations (Shopify, Shopee, Lazada), payment gateway fees, and automated inventory sync with Xero.
Food & Beverage (F&B)
High-volume POS daily ledger reconciliation, food supply COGS tracking, outlet staff payroll, and quarterly GST returns.
Retail & Distribution
Inventory valuation, supplier credit terms tracking, store branch cost accounting, and cash flow forecasting.
Maritime & Shipping
Voyage accounting, bunker expense ledgering, maritime tax exemption schemes, and multi-currency vessel charter management.
Construction & Engineering
Progress billing reconciliations, retention sum accounting, subcontractor payroll, and project profitability reporting.
Property & Investment Holding
Rental income schedules, capital gains assessment, corporate property tax, and SPV holding company maintenance.
Tech Startups & SaaS
R&D tax credits, subscription MRR recognition under SFRS 115, employee share schemes, and investor-ready data rooms.
Family Offices & Wealth Vehicles
Section 13O/13U incentive compliance, multi-asset consolidated ledgers, private fund structuring, and CRS/FATCA filings.
Complete Capabilities
Comprehensive Corporate & Financial Solutions
From your first ACRA name approval to multi-year computerized bookkeeping and complex IRAS tax mitigations, our specialists handle every statutory deliverable with certified accuracy.
Core Service
Accounts Outsourcing
Streamline your financial ledger without the overhead of in-house personnel. We provide monthly, quarterly, or annual computerized bookkeeping and SFRS unaudited compilations.
- Xero cloud ledger setup & transaction reconciliations
- Monthly Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet & Management accounts
- Unaudited ACRA compilation under Singapore SFRS
IRAS Compliance
Singapore Taxation & GST
Ensure flawless corporate and personal tax compliance while capitalizing on IRAS startup and partial tax exemption schemes, ECI computations, and quarterly GST reporting.
- Corporate Income Tax filing (IRAS Form C-S / Form C)
- Quarterly GST return preparation (Form F5) & advisory
- Estimated Chargeable Income (ECI) timely filing
ACRA Statutory
Incorporation & Secretarial
Fast-track your Singapore private limited company incorporation with S$1 minimum paid-up capital. We supply qualified resident company secretaries and nominee directors.
- Fast 1-day ACRA company incorporation & UEN issuance
- Named Singapore Resident Corporate Secretary representation
- AGM resolutions, Annual Returns & statutory registers
MOM & CPF
Payroll Administration
Ensure total confidentiality and 100% compliance with Singapore Employment Act guidelines, CPF board contributions, monthly payslips, and IRAS IR8A Auto-Inclusion Scheme.
- Monthly salary calculation, CPF, CDAC, MBMF & SINDA
- Automated itemized digital payslips & GIRO file generation
- Year-end Form IR8A submission via IRAS Auto-Inclusion (AIS)
Strategic M&A
Corporate Advisory
High-impact financial advisory for mergers, equity valuations, cross-border holding structures, and business grooming ahead of private equity investment or regional expansion.
- M&A transaction support & financial due diligence
- Independent business & equity valuations for restructurings
- Singapore market-entry and cross-border commercial plans
Wealth Structuring
Family Office Setup
Turnkey structuring for ultra-high-net-worth families under Singapore Sections 13O and 13U tax incentive schemes, managing MAS licensing exemptions, multi-asset accounting, and EP visas.
- MAS Section 13O / 13U incentive application & approvals
- Comprehensive CRS & FATCA international compliance
- Employment Pass (EP) advisory for family office principals
Predictable & Frictionless
Our 4-Step Onboarding Process
We take the complexity out of corporate administration with an agile, high-touch lifecycle roadmap designed to transition your company to full regulatory compliance within days.
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First 24 Hours
Discovery & Needs Assessment
Direct consultation with Managing Partner Bob Ng. We evaluate your business entity type, transaction velocity, and statutory exposure to deliver a transparent, fixed-scope proposal with zero hidden surcharges.
- Statutory health check of ACRA records
- 24-hour fixed quote guarantee
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Days 2 – 5
Rapid Setup & Cloud Migration
Seamless integration with Xero cloud accounting, corporate bank sync via Aspire Business Bank, and synchronization of your ACRA and IRAS statutory calendar into our internal compliance tracker.
- Chart of accounts customization
- Direct bank feed linkage with Aspire
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Monthly / Quarterly
Proactive Ongoing Execution
Dedicated accountants (Angie, Jess, SyeFang) handle day-to-day transaction ledgering, CPF payroll submissions, and GST returns. We actively spot cost recovery opportunities like commercial utility deposits.
- Monthly management accounts ready on time
- Quarterly GST return filing with IRAS
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Year-End Peace of Mind
Statutory Closure & Optimization
Preparation of SFRS unaudited financial statements, AGM statutory minutes, and seamless e-filing of ACRA Annual Returns and IRAS Form C-S corporate income tax returns with zero late lodgment penalties.
- SFRS unaudited compilation & XBRL lodgment
- Startup (SUTE) & partial tax exemptions applied
Cross-Border Gateway
Singapore Roots & Regional Reach
Headquartered at E-Centre@Redhill along Jalan Bukit Merah in Singapore, Bob & Co bridges the Lion City’s premier statutory infrastructure with direct commercial expansion across Southeast Asia. Through our sister firm Bob & Partners in Malaysia, clients unlock unified cross-border corporate advisory, bilateral taxation, and foreign direct investment structuring.
Singapore Headquarters
Bob & Co Business Consulting Pte. Ltd. (UEN: 201328927N)
3791 Jalan Bukit Merah, #10-18 E-Centre@Redhill, Singapore 159471.
Direct statutory coverage under ACRA, IRAS, CPF & MOM.
Malaysia Regional Entity
Bob & Partners (bobandpartners.com)
Cross-border commercial holding structures, SSM statutory compliance, and bilateral transfer pricing synchronization.
Proven Credibility
Why Singapore Businesses Partner with Bob & Co
Unlike impersonal accounting factory networks, Bob & Co delivers high-touch, boutique advisory where every client works directly with senior Chartered Accountants and dedicated account leads.
Bachelor of Accounting (Hons)
CPA Australia
CA Singapore
With over a decade of senior practice across international public accounting firms and multinational enterprises, Bob leads the firm’s core audit compilation, corporate secretarial, and strategic tax advisory. His hands-on responsiveness guarantees that client inquiries receive an authoritative evaluation within 24 hours.
B.Bus Banking & Finance (Hons)
Family Office Specialist
Fund Structuring
Andrew brings over a decade of experience in international financial services, statutory auditing, and private fund management. He spearheads Bob & Co's regional expansion and Family Office setup practice, advising ultra-high-net-worth families on Section 13O/13U tax structures and Singapore headquarters relocations.
Authorized Technology & Banking Alliances:
Xero Certified Cloud Accounting Partner
Aspire Business Bank Preferred Fintech Partner
ACRA Registered Filing Agent (UEN: 201328927N)
Client Endorsements
Client Endorsements & Real Reviews
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars by over 100 Singapore business owners, directors, and entrepreneurs who rely on our prompt execution and proactive financial diligence.
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“We had a smooth and professional experience working with Bob & Co Business Consulting Pte Ltd for the incorporation of our company, ACE Strategic Advisory Pte Ltd. A special mention to Angie, who was exceptionally prompt, responsive, and helpful throughout the entire process. She was always quick to address our queries, provide updates, and guide us through the requirements, making the incorporation process seamless and stress-free. The team demonstrated professionalism, efficiency, and strong attention to detail from start to finish.”
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“We’ve been working with SyeFang, Jess and Bob of BOBCO for our accounting and GST reporting, and they’ve consistently delivered excellent service. They’re accurate, responsive, and very proactive — even things like claiming back our SP deposit, which directly helped us save money! They also handle our financial statement preparation and annual filings, which has taken a huge load off our plate. Everything is done properly and on time. What I appreciate most is that they’re always ready to hop on a call whenever I have doubts or need clarification.”
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“I've been working with Bob & Co Business Consulting ever since 2019 and they have been wonderful to work with. Bob himself is a very knowledgeable expert at what he does, and he leads a strong team who has ben consistent in delivering timely and excellent service. Because of them, I have zero worry about accounting needs for my company. Special mention goes to Jess, Yin Kuan, Nogene who has been excellent in helping me with my company's needs.”
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“Bob & Co is very efficient and prompt. Bob comes highly recommended by my friends. Bob and his staff are very responsive, and they go extra mile. Will strongly recommend to all!”
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“We engaged Bob & Co for our business accounting needs, and the experience has been nothing short of exceptional. The team is professional, responsive, and knowledgeable in all aspects of accounting and compliance. They take the time to understand our business, provide clear advice, and always ensure our accounts are accurate and submitted on time.”
Regulatory Guidance
Frequently Asked Questions
Clear, authoritative answers to key Singapore statutory requirements regarding corporate tax caps, ACRA annual lodgments, XBRL reporting, and record retention under the Companies Act.
What is Singapore’s headline corporate tax rate and available exemptions?
Singapore imposes a competitive flat corporate tax ceiling of 17% on chargeable corporate income. Qualifying new startup companies enjoy the Start-Up Tax Exemption (SUTE) scheme on their first 3 consecutive Years of Assessment (75% exemption on the first S$100,000 of normal chargeable income, and 50% on the next S$100,000). All other companies benefit from the Partial Tax Exemption (PTE) scheme. Furthermore, Singapore operates a single-tier corporate tax framework where distributed dividends are tax-free in the hands of shareholders.
What is the statutory record retention period under Section 199 of the Companies Act?
Under Section 199 of the Singapore Companies Act and IRAS regulations, all businesses are legally obligated to retain all accounting records, source invoices, bank statements, and transactional documentation for a minimum of 5 years from the end of the financial year in which the transactions occurred. Failure to comply can result in statutory penalties.
What are the statutory requirements to incorporate a Private Limited Company in Singapore?
To incorporate a Singapore Private Limited Company (Pte Ltd):
- Minimum paid-up capital: S$1.00.
- Directors: At least one ordinarily resident director in Singapore (Singapore Citizen, Permanent Resident, or EntrePass holder) aged 18+.
- Shareholders: 1 to 50 shareholders (100% foreign ownership is fully permitted).
- Company Secretary: Must appoint a qualified Singapore resident Corporate Secretary within 6 months of incorporation.
- Registered Office: A physical Singapore commercial address (P.O. Box not permitted).
Who is required to file financial statements in XBRL format with ACRA?
All Singapore-incorporated private limited companies are required to lodge financial statements in XBRL (eXtensible Business Reporting Language) format with ACRA unless exempted. Solvent Exempt Private Companies (EPCs) with annual revenue under S$10 million and fewer than 20 individual shareholders are exempt from filing accounts, but must maintain unaudited compiled financial statements. Bob & Co maps and validates your accounts against the official ACRA XBRL taxonomy.
How quickly will Bob & Co evaluate and respond to a service inquiry?
We uphold a strict 24-hour response guarantee. Every client request submitted via our website form, email, or WhatsApp is directly evaluated by Managing Partner Bob Ng and our senior advisory team with a tailored scope assessment and clear fixed quote.
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Operating Office: 3791 Jalan Bukit Merah, #10-18 E-Centre@Redhill, Singapore 159471.
Hours: Mon – Fri: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM (SGT) · Weekends: Closed
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