Operations — GST 9 %, InvoiceNow, CPF Payroll, PayNow
The operational rhythm of a Singapore company: a 9 % GST regime with quarterly F5 returns, InvoiceNow Peppol transmission required for every taxable invoice, CPF contributions due monthly for every locally employed staff member, and PayNow as the dominant payment rail. These six topics cover each obligation in detail.
GST Return 9 % (F5)
GST return in Singapore: how to complete Form F5 at 9 %, which boxes to fill, input tax claims, deadlines and the records IRAS may ask to see.
InvoiceNow Peppol E-Invoicing
InvoiceNow in Singapore: how Peppol e-invoicing works, access points, what IRAS requires of GST-registered businesses and what to prepare first.
Bookkeeping & Statutory Accounts
Bookkeeping in Singapore: Companies Act record-keeping, chart of accounts, SFRS for small entities, audit exemption, ACRA filings and year-end steps.
Payroll & CPF Contributions
Payroll in Singapore: who pays CPF, how rates depend on age and status, SDL, pay slips, IR8A at year end and records for CPF Board, IRAS and MOM.
Invoicing & PayNow Reconciliation
Invoicing in Singapore: tax invoice content, GST at 9 %, PayNow QR and UEN payments, credit notes, receipts and how to speed up collection.
Bank Reconciliation
Bank reconciliation in Singapore: matching statement lines to invoices, handling timing differences, multi-invoice payments and a weekly routine.
