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Best Internal Control Activities to Ensure a Smooth Audit

Implementing strong internal controls before an audit significantly reduces the risk of audit findings, adjustments, or delays. Here are the most effective activities: 1. Segregation of Duties Activity: Ensure that

Payroll Listing and Audit Assurance: Why Accuracy Matters

Payroll is not just an administrative function — it is one of the most critical areas reviewed in an audit. Yet, many companies underestimate the importance of maintaining a complete,

Year-End Compliance Checklist for Employers (Malaysia)

What employers should prepare before closing the year As the year comes to an end, December is a critical month for employers in Malaysia. While many statutory submissions fall in

IRB E-Invoicing Update 2025: Exemptions and Deadlines Explained

The Inland Revenue Board of Malaysia (LHDN/IRB) is stepping up its push for e-invoicing, aiming to improve efficiency, reduce errors, and streamline tax reporting. However, understanding who is affected, who

The Critical Role of Stock Take in Ensuring Audit Accuracy

When it comes to auditing, one area that often gets overlooked until the last minute is inventory. Yet, stock take — the physical counting and verification of inventory — is

EPF Update 2025: Mandatory Contributions for Non-Malaysian Employees

Starting October 2025, all employers in Malaysia are required to make mandatory EPF (KWSP) contributions for non-Malaysian employees who hold valid work passes. This new rule ensures that foreign employees

Why the Sudden Shift to MBRS 2.0? What Malaysian Companies Need to Know

If you’re a business owner in Malaysia, you may have noticed a sudden push from SSM to implement MBRS 2.0. What exactly is driving this shift, and why does it

Your Audit Prep Guide — What Documents You Need Before Auditors Arrive

Preparing for an audit doesn’t have to be stressful. With the right documents ready, the entire process becomes smoother, faster, and far more efficient. Here’s a clean, clear guide to

Why Director Remuneration Must Be Properly Documented

Director remuneration is more than just a monthly salary—it includes bonuses, allowances, benefits, and other perks. Proper documentation is essential not only for accurate accounting but also for audit compliance

Celebrating Success: Lights, Camera, Action! Our Movie-Themed Annual Dinner 2025

Every year, our Annual Dinner is a special moment to celebrate achievements, foster team spirit, and look ahead to the year to come. This year, we took it up a