The Accela Finance team was thrilled to have The Xero Asia Roadshow 2024 land in our neck of the woods this year. The popular bookkeeping industry event made its debut in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, in September. Naturally, we jumped at the chance to attend! 

The Roadshow offers business owners, accountants, and bookkeepers a chance to connect with industry experts, exchange valuable insights, and discover new ways to harness Xero’s tools for business growth. Although the event happens annually, this was the first time the spotlight turned to Asia—a testament to the growing importance of this region in the Xero ecosystem.

Take a quick peek at our latest 5 Minutes With Tatyana, our Senior Communications Executive at Accela Communications. She provides insights into her day-to-day work and shares what she likes about working at Accela.

Take a quick peek at our latest 5 Minutes With Lydia Lee, our Senior HR Specialist at Accela Talent. She provides insights into her day-to-day work and shares what she likes about working at Accela.

Happy National Day Singapore! This August 9th marks the nation's 59th birthday and is a time when families celebrate this special occasion. We honour Singapore's independence and progress, cherishing the unity and achievements of this place we call home.

In anticipation of the upcoming celebrations, we've rounded up how some of us at Accela will spend the holiday, as they share their favourite National Day memories and insights on what National Day Singapore means to them.

Take a quick peek at our latest 5 Minutes With Charlene Yeo, our Communications Executive at Accela Communications. She provides insights into her day-to-day work and shares what she likes about working at Accela.

The Accela team extends warm wishes for a joyful Chinese New Year! As we prepare for CNY, we've collected reflections from the team about their fondest memories from past holiday seasons and their upcoming celebration plans for this year.

In 2020, Singapore’s Ministry of Manpower recognised this challenge. It launched the HR Industry Transformation Plan - a five-year initiative to equip HR practitioners with the skills needed in the digital business landscape.

While it's heartening to have government support, HR teams must look closer at themselves. This involves identifying what needs to be fixed and recognising untapped opportunities to elevate their function and the broader workforce.

The Accela team wishes everyone a wonderful festive season 2023! As we wrap up this year and get ready for the next, we've gathered insights from the team on their most cherished memories from the holiday season and their plans for celebration this year.

As we wrap up 2023 and look ahead to 2024, there's an essential task on the horizon for businesses on a calendar-based fiscal year— the annual audit. Sure, planning the office holiday party is much more fun, but making the time for audit preparation is crucial. It sets the stage for a smoother 2024, allowing you to return from your break ready to tackle the year ahead.

In this guide, we'll break down the annual audit, explaining why it matters and how it can benefit businesses, especially those just starting out.