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- [Malaysia amends transfer pricing rules for 2026](https://www.acclime.com/news/malaysia-transfer-pricing-amendment-2026/): Malaysia has gazetted the Income Tax (Transfer Pricing) (Amendment) Rules 2026, Order P.U. (A) 300/2026, made on 19 August 2026 and published on 27 August 2026. The amendment changes the Income Tax (Transfer Pricing) Rules 2023, which govern the pricing of transactions between related entities.
- [China’s new individual income tax rules for restricted shares](https://www.acclime.com/news/new-individual-income-tax-rules-restricted-shares/): On 28 August 2026, the Ministry of Finance (MOF), the State Taxation Administration (STA) and the China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) jointly issued the Announcement on Standardising Individual Income Tax Policies for the Transfer of Restricted Shares of Listed Companies (Announcement No. 26 of 2026, referred to here as Bulletin 26), effective on publication. This is the most substantial revision of the regime since individual income tax (IIT) of 20% was first imposed on restricted share transfers in 2010, and it closes two long-standing avoidance routes while moving administration from broad principles towards detailed source control.
- [Individual income tax relief in Hengqin-Macau zone extended to 2027](https://www.acclime.com/news/macau-hengqin-tax-concessions-2027/): Macau residents working in the Hengqin Guangdong-Macao In-Depth Cooperation Zone, along with high-end and in-demand talent recruited into the zone, can continue claiming preferential individual income tax (IIT) treatment for two more years. China's Ministry of Finance and State Taxation Administration confirmed on 12 January 2026 that the zone's IIT concessions, due to lapse at the end of 2025, now run through to 31 December 2027.
- [China ends tax exemption on dividends received by foreign individuals](https://www.acclime.com/news/china-ends-dividend-tax-exemption-foreign-individuals/): China’s Ministry of Finance (MOF) and State Taxation Administration (STA) have issued Announcement No. 27 of 2026, ending the long-standing individual income tax exemption on dividends received by foreign individuals from foreign-invested enterprises (FIEs).
- [Acclime Malaysia strengthens its professional services offering with acquisition of SH Malaysia](https://www.acclime.com/press-releases/acclime-strengthens-professional-services-offering-sh-malaysia/): Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 4 September 2026 – Acclime, a leading professional services firm with assurance, tax, corporate and advisory services operating across Asia-Pacific and the Middle East, today announced that it has completed the acquisition of SH Malaysia, a respected Malaysian professional services firm recognised for its expertise in audit and assurance, taxation and corporate advisory.
- [China’s new individual income tax rules for offshore trusts](https://www.acclime.com/news/china-individual-income-tax-offshore-trusts/): On 24 July 2026, the Ministry of Finance (MOF) and the State Taxation Administration (STA) jointly issued the Announcement on Matters Concerning Individual Income Tax on Offshore Trusts (Announcement No. 21 of 2026, referred to here as Bulletin 21). On the same day, the STA issued a supplementary administrative announcement (Announcement No. 15 of 2026, Bulletin 15). This marks China's first regulatory framework governing the individual income tax (IIT) lifecycle of offshore trusts, covering funding, duration, termination, status alteration and inheritance, with retrospective effect to 1 January 2023.
- [New Cambodia tax debt liability rules for transfers and mergers](https://www.acclime.com/news/new-cambodia-tax-debt-liability-rules/): The Ministry of Economy and Finance (MEF) has issued Prakas No. 584 MEF.PrK, dated 29 July 2026, setting out the rules on tax debt liability in cases of business transfer, share transfer or the merger of enterprises. The Prakas gives effect to Article 215 of the Law on Taxation and applies to self-assessed taxpayers conducting business activities in the Kingdom of Cambodia.
- [Acclime India acquires three businesses and launches a dedicated finance and accounting outsourcing service line](https://www.acclime.com/press-releases/acclime-india-acquires-businesses-finance-accounting-service/): Gurugram, India, 14 August 2026 — Acclime today announced the acquisition of BMC SAAS, VSPV & Co. and NDCo, bringing together established Indian finance, accounting and advisory practices onto a single platform. The acquisitions, completed through a Business Transfer Agreement (BTA), give Acclime 100% ownership of the acquired businesseses. As part of the transaction, the employees and key members of the management teams have transitioned to Acclime.
- [South Korea increases corporate income tax rates for FY 2026](https://www.acclime.com/news/korea-increases-cit-rates-fy-2026/): South Korea's 2026 tax reform raises the corporate income tax rate across all four brackets, effective for fiscal years beginning on or after 1 January 2026. Businesses now face the first interim tax filing since the increase took effect, with the National Tax Service (NTS) setting a deadline of 31 August 2026 for corporations with a December fiscal year-end.
- [New rules for tax representatives in Indonesia](https://www.acclime.com/news/new-rules-tax-representatives-indonesia/): Indonesia has tightened the rules for taxpayer representatives with Minister of Finance Regulation No. 44 of 2026 (MoF 44), which took effect on 6 July 2026 and revokes MoF No. 229/2014. The regulation sets out who can act as a taxpayer proxy (Kuasa di Bidang Perpajakan) and how representatives exercise a taxpayer's rights and meet their tax obligations.
- [China tax enforcement trends from recent investigation cases](https://www.acclime.com/news/china-tax-enforcement-investigation-cases/): China tax enforcement entered a more data-led phase across 2025 and into 2026, with national tax authorities publicly exposing more than 560 violation cases. Export rebate fraud, concealed income and false invoicing remained the main enforcement targets, and cases in the electric vehicle, lithium battery and solar sectors were disclosed for the first time.
- [Indonesia enacts tax incentives for international financial centre](https://www.acclime.com/news/indonesia-international-financial-centre-tax-incentives/): Indonesia's parliament passed a law on 21 July 2026 establishing the Indonesia International Financial Centre (PFII), a special jurisdiction offering some of the country's most extensive tax incentives to date. The government estimates the initiative could draw IDR 300 trillion to 500 trillion in investment and position Indonesia as a wealth management and financial services hub. This new law brings substantial tax incentives and exemptions within reach to businesses, alongside regulatory gaps that still need to close before they can act.
- [Acclime signs conditional agreement to acquire Polar 993](https://www.acclime.com/press-releases/acclime-acquires-polar-993/): Melbourne, Australia, 30 July 2026 – Acclime, a leading provider of corporate, governance, advisory and fund services across Asia-Pacific and global markets, confirms that it has signed a Share Purchase Agreement which is subject to regulatory approvals to acquire Polar 993, a specialist technology-led independent trustee and fund administration business headquartered in Melbourne.
- [Hong Kong profits tax e-filing goes digital with the Business Tax Portal](https://www.acclime.com/news/hong-kong-business-tax-portal-e-filing/): Hong Kong's move towards digital tax filing has introduced new systems and requirements that many businesses are still becoming familiar with. The Inland Revenue Department (IRD) launched the Business Tax Portal (BTP) in July 2025, and mandatory e-filing of profits tax returns now applies to certain multinational groups, with broader expansion planned over the coming years. This article explains what the BTP means for businesses’ filing obligations now, and what to expect as e-filing expands.
- [The ASEAN investment climate in 2026](https://www.acclime.com/insights/asean-investment-climate-2026/): Foreign direct investment in ASEAN has accelerated as global companies rethink supply chains, accelerate digital transformation and direct capital toward energy transition. Home to around 700 million people and a combined economy approaching USD 4 trillion, the region has moved well beyond its long-standing reputation as a frontier opportunity, with growth projected at 4.7% in 2026 and 4.8% in 2027, outpacing most developed markets.
- [New UAE corporate tax clarifications for free zones and family foundations](https://www.acclime.com/news/uae-corporate-tax-clarifications-free-zones/): The UAE Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has published a consolidated guidance document bringing together a series of previously issued Corporate Tax Private Clarifications. Released on 9 July 2026, the document covers the FTA's position on free zones, family foundations, REITs, headquarters services and commodity trading, giving businesses a single reference point for interpretations that had previously only been available through individual, case specific clarifications.
- [Foreign-invested SMEs in Vietnam gain access to three-year CIT exemption](https://www.acclime.com/news/vietnam-foreign-invested-smes-cit-exemption/): The General Department of Taxation (GDT) has confirmed that foreign-invested enterprises (FIEs) qualify for the three-year Corporate Income Tax (CIT) exemption available to newly established small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), resolving uncertainty that arose following the issuance of Decree No. 20/2026/ND-CP. Before this clarification, inconsistent local guidance, most notably in Ho Chi Minh City, had led some authorities to exclude foreign-invested startups from the incentive entirely.
- [Acclime strengthens corporate advisory services with acquisition of Capital Architects](https://www.acclime.com/press-releases/acclime-acquires-capital-architects/): Acquisition strengthens Acclime’s ability to support clients with debt advisory, capital solutions and business growth funding across Australia and New Zealand.
- [BIR clarifies VAT on digital services in the Philippines](https://www.acclime.com/news/philippines-vat-digital-services-clarified/): The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) issued Revenue Memorandum Circular (RMC) No. 059-2026 on 2 June 2026, clarifying how value-added tax (VAT) applies to digital services in the Philippines. The circular resolves several practical questions left open by Republic Act No. 12023 and Revenue Regulations (RR) No. 3-2025, covering registration obligations for non-resident providers, reverse charge, cross-border cost-sharing arrangements and VAT treatment for e-marketplace operators and multi-period contracts.
- [Thailand cuts e-withholding tax to 1% and extends digital tax incentives](https://www.acclime.com/news/thailand-e-withholding-tax-digital-incentives/): Thailand's Cabinet approved a package of digital tax measures on 16 June 2026, reducing the electronic withholding tax rate to a flat 1% and extending double deduction incentives for businesses adopting electronic tax systems through to December 2027.
- [Minimum basic wage increase and PIT filing changes in Vietnam](https://www.acclime.com/news/minimum-basic-wage-increase-pit-filing-changes-vietnam/): Vietnam's minimum basic wage is rising from VND 2,340,000 to VND 2,530,000 per month from 1 July 2026, following the issuance of Decree 161/2026/ND-CP on 15 May 2026. Separately, Resolution 66.16/2026/NQ-CP dated 7 April 2026 and Decision 1109/QD-CT of the Ministry of Finance, effective 8 May 2026, have abolished the monthly personal income tax (PIT) filing requirement for salary and wage income, replacing it with a quarterly obligation.
- [Australia Federal Budget 2026–2027 pushes structural tax reform across three fronts](https://www.acclime.com/insights/australia-federal-budget-2026/): Federal Treasurer Dr Jim Chalmers has delivered the Labor Government's Federal Budget. The government is proposing a tax reform package with three parts: a fairer tax system for workers, first home buyers and future generations; a better tax system for businesses by encouraging investment and innovation; and a simpler and more sustainable tax system.
- [China’s consumption tax reform: what foreign businesses need to know](https://www.acclime.com/news/chinas-consumption-tax-reform/): China's consumption tax system is at a turning point. Following years of incremental adjustment, the 15th Five-Year Plan has set a clear reform direction: shift the tax collection node from production to consumption, delegate revenue to local governments and expand the taxable scope to cover emerging luxury goods and green development priorities. For foreign businesses operating in China (particularly those in manufacturing, retail, alcohol, cosmetics, petroleum or automotive sectors), understanding how the system works today and where it is heading has direct operational relevance.
- [South Korea exempts growing foreign firms from tax audits for one year](https://www.acclime.com/news/south-korea-foreign-firms-tax-audit-exemption/): South Korea's National Tax Service (NTS) will exempt foreign-invested companies that expand their Korean investment from international corporate tax verification for one year. Dedicated consultation desks for foreign companies are now operational at three major regional tax offices.
- [What the 2026 budget means for Australia’s R&D tax incentive](https://www.acclime.com/news/what-2026-budget-means-australias-rd-tax-incentive/): Australia’s 2026 Federal Budget has introduced significant reforms to the Research and Development Tax Incentive (RDTI), with changes set to take effect from 1 July 2028. While some measures expand support under the programme, others reshape eligibility requirements in ways that may affect how businesses structure and prepare future R&D claims.
- [Why fund administration has become a competitive lever in Asia](https://www.acclime.com/insights/fund-administration-competitive-lever-asia/): The back office is having a strategic moment. Across Asia, fund managers are discovering that administration, long treated as a cost to minimise, is increasingly the function that determines whether a fund can scale, report cleanly and hold onto investors. The market is responding. Hong Kong and Singapore are competing for capital with purpose-built vehicles, daily net asset value (NAV) calculation is becoming a baseline expectation and managers are consolidating around fewer, stronger service partners.
- [Acclime Singapore launches unified brand, expanding audit and assurance capabilities across the region](https://www.acclime.com/press-releases/acclime-singapore-expands-audit-assurance-capabilities/): Singapore, 6 May 2026: Acclime today announced the completion of its integration and rebranding of Crowe Singapore under the Acclime name, marking a significant step in expanding the firm's audit and assurance capabilities across Asia Pacific.
- [Acclime expands ASEAN presence with acquisition of FocusCore and Payroll & Outsourcing businesses in Cambodia and Laos](https://www.acclime.com/press-releases/acclime-expands-in-cambodia-and-laos/): Acclime, a leading corporate services provider across Asia Pacific and the Middle East, today announced the acquisition of FocusCore and Payroll & Outsourcing (P&O) operations in Cambodia and Laos. The businesses will be fully integrated and rebranded as Acclime Cambodia and Acclime Laos, effective 4 May 2026.
- [Thailand’s Senate committee proposes VAT increase from 7% to 10%](https://www.acclime.com/news/thailands-senate-committee-proposes-vat-increase/): Thailand's Senate Economic, Monetary and Fiscal Affairs Committee has put forward a broad tax reform package, with a proposal to raise value-added tax from 7% to 10% as its most prominent recommendation. The report was submitted to the Senate on 20 April 2026 for approval before being forwarded to the cabinet, and forms part of a wider effort to address structural fiscal pressures that the committee says have been accumulating for more than a decade.
- [New IRB Public Ruling rewrites tax treatment for foreign employees in Malaysia](https://www.acclime.com/news/malaysia-irb-public-ruling-2-2026/): Malaysia's Inland Revenue Board (IRB) has issued Public Ruling No. 2/2026, replacing guidance in place since November 2011. The updated ruling clarifies how employment income earned by foreign nationals working in Malaysia is taxed, covering the derivation of income, foreign tax relief and eligibility exemptions. For multinational companies with seconded employees in Malaysia, and for the employees themselves, the changes require careful review.
- [Indonesia raises income tax relief for labour-intensive sectors to Rp500 billion](https://www.acclime.com/news/indonesia-income-tax-relief-labour-intensive-sectors/): Indonesia has confirmed it will allocate nearly Rp500 billion to the Article 21 Income Tax Borne by the Government (PPh 21 DTP) incentive programme in 2026, an increase from around Rp400 billion in 2025. The Directorate General of Taxes (DJP) announced it, citing rising demand from employers.
- [China’s Individual Income Tax: Existing framework and development trend](https://www.acclime.com/news/china-individual-income-tax/): China’s Individual Income Tax (IIT) system is entering a decisive phase of reform. Driven by global tax transparency standards and domestic policy priorities, IIT is shifting from a relatively fragmented framework to a more integrated and technology-enabled system. Developments such as the expansion of the Common Reporting Standard (CRS) and the continued rollout of the Golden Tax System have enhanced the visibility of income and assets both onshore and offshore.
- [Singapore’s direct tax bill system highlights payroll reporting duties](https://www.acclime.com/news/singapores-direct-tax-bill-system/): Singapore’s 2026 individual income tax season is underway, with the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) issuing tax bills automatically to about one million taxpayers from mid-March. The system works efficiently when employer reporting is accurate. When it is not, the impact extends beyond the organisation to employees and the wider tax process.
- [India proposes tax holiday for data centres until 2047](https://www.acclime.com/news/india-data-centre-tax-holiday-2047/): In the Union Budget 2026–27, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced a proposed tax incentive aimed at positioning India as a global hub for data centres and cloud infrastructure. The proposal introduces a long-term tax holiday for foreign companies using Indian data centres to deliver cloud services globally, with the aim of enhancing tax certainty and attracting investment. The proposal is pending parliamentary approval, with implementation expected by end of March or early April 2026.
- [China’s 2026 tax reform and what the Two Sessions mean for business](https://www.acclime.com/news/china-2026-tax-reform/): China's 2026 Government Work Report and draft budget mark the opening policy framework of the 15th Five-Year Plan, setting out a sweeping overhaul of the country's fiscal and tax system. For businesses operating in China, the reforms signal a fundamental shift in how compliance, incentives and government relations are structured over the next five years.
- [Acclime strengthens Melbourne and Australasia capabilities with acquisition of Bourke Group](https://www.acclime.com/press-releases/acclime-acquisition-bourke-group-australasia/): Melbourne, Australia, 4 March 2026 – Acclime, a leading provider of corporate, financial, and professional services across Asia-Pacific and beyond, today announced the acquisition of Bourke Group, a highly respected boutique financial advisory firm based in Melbourne. This strategic acquisition enhances Acclime's service capabilities in virtual CFO solutions, family office services, corporate advisory, and private wealth management, deepening its footprint across Australia and Australasia.
- [China’s new export tax refund measures: compliance changes in 2026](https://www.acclime.com/news/china-new-export-tax-refund-2026/): Since the new VAT Law and its Implementation Regulations came into effect on 1 January 2026, China’s tax administration framework has entered a more refined and systematised phase. A key milestone in this transition is the issuance of State Taxation Administration Announcement No. 5 of 2026, which promulgates the Administrative Measures for VAT and Consumption Tax Refund Exemption on Export Businesses. These New Measures formally replace Announcement No. 24 of 2012, which had governed export tax refunds for more than a decade.
- [Taiwan’s 2026 individual income tax updates and key changes](https://www.acclime.com/news/taiwans-2026-individual-income-tax/): Taiwan’s Ministry of Finance (MOF) has approved a series of updates to the individual income tax (IIT) framework for the 2026 tax year, which taxpayers will file for in May 2027. The revisions raise tax-free thresholds, expand eligibility for key deductions and preserve existing incentives for foreign professionals, reflecting the government’s ongoing effort to align the tax system with current living costs.
- [Introducing Acuity, a smarter way to share documents with Acclime](https://www.acclime.com/news/introducing-acuity/): We are introducing Acuity, a secure client portal for sharing documents with Acclime. It will replace email-based document sharing and give you a single place to send files, respond to requests and track progress.
- [China’s 2026 VAT supporting documents and what enterprises should do next](https://www.acclime.com/news/china-2026-vat-supporting-documents/): On 30 January 2026, the Ministry of Finance and the State Taxation Administration issued seven key supporting announcements for China's Value-Added Tax Law and its Implementation Regulations, which took effect on 1 January 2026. These announcements clarify critical matters including the scope of taxation, preferential policies and collection and administration procedures, marking the full entry of China's VAT system into the 'law-based era'.
- [Cambodia eliminates withholding tax on royalties and interest for real regime taxpayers](https://www.acclime.com/news/cambodia-eliminates-withholding-tax-royalties-interest/): Cambodia has broadened its withholding tax (WHT) exemption regime, removing withholding tax requirements on royalty and interest payments between real regime taxpayers under a recent tax circular issued by the General Department of Taxation (GDT). The move aims to reduce administrative burdens and simplify tax compliance for businesses operating within the real regime.
- [Indonesia updates tax treaty procedures with MoF Regulation No. 112 of 2025](https://www.acclime.com/news/indonesia-tax-treaty-procedures-mof-112/): On 30 December 2025, the Indonesian Minister of Finance issued Regulation No. 112 of 2025 (MoF-112), which came into force on 31 December 2025. The regulation consolidates and updates the procedures for applying tax treaty benefits for both Indonesian resident taxpayers (Wajib Pajak Dalam Negeri – WPDN) and foreign taxpayers (Wajib Pajak Luar Negeri – WPLN), replacing the framework previously governed by DGT Regulations No. 28/PJ/2018 and No. 25/PJ/2018.
- [Acclime strengthens transfer pricing support for life sciences R&D in Australia](https://www.acclime.com/news/strengthening-transfer-pricing-support-life-sciences-rd-australia/): Australia is a preferred location for global biotech and life sciences groups to run their research and development (R&D). Strong scientific talent, a supportive regulatory environment, mature clinical ecosystem and the R&D Tax Incentive have been particularly attractive for early-stage, pre-revenue companies. None of this has changed, on paper. However, the Australian Tax Office (ATO) has sharpened its focus on these structures.
- [China VAT law with key insights on the implementation regulations](https://www.acclime.com/news/china-vat-law-implementation-regulations/): On 1 January 2026, China implemented its first Value-Added Tax Law and supporting implementation regulations, marking a significant shift in the country's largest tax category. This legislative upgrade consolidates existing policies while introducing changes that will impact how businesses operate, particularly those engaged in cross-border transactions.
- [Capital gain tax on immovable property deferred to end of 2026 (Instruction No. 041 dated 02 January 2026)](https://www.acclime.com/news/cambodia-cgt-property-deferral-2026/): The Royal Government of Cambodia has postponed the implementation of capital gains tax (CGT) on immovable property until 31 December 2026, according to Instruction No. 041 issued by the General Department of Taxation on 2 January 2026.
- [Cambodia’s capital gain tax on immovable property deferred to end of 2026 (Instruction No. 041 dated 02 January 2026)](https://www.acclime.com/news/capital-gain-tax-immovable-property-deferred-2026/): The Royal Government of Cambodia has postponed the implementation of capital gains tax (CGT) on immovable property until 31 December 2026, according to Instruction No. 041 issued by the General Department of Taxation on 2 January 2026.
- [Acclime strengthens regulatory compliance capabilities  with acquisition of Principium Consulting in Singapore](https://www.acclime.com/press-releases/acclime-acquires-principium-consulting/): Singapore, 8 January 2026 – Acclime, a leading provider of corporate, financial, and professional services across Asia-Pacific and beyond, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Principium Consulting, a Singapore-based regulatory compliance consulting firm specialising in services for fund managers and capital markets intermediaries.
- [Warburg Pincus signs agreement to invest in Acclime, a leading tech-forward corporate and business services provider in Asia-Pacific](https://www.acclime.com/press-releases/warburg-pincus-invests-in-acclime/): Singapore / Hong Kong, 17 December 2025 – Warburg Pincus, the pioneer of global growth investing, today announced that it has signed an agreement to invest in Acclime, a leading provider of corporate and business services across Asia Pacific. Through this transaction, Warburg Pincus seeks to leverage its global track record in building leading business services platforms to support Acclime’s next phase of growth, international expansion, and innovation.
- [Acclime acquires Crowe Singapore to create regional professional services powerhouse](https://www.acclime.com/press-releases/acclime-acquires-crowe-singapore/): Singapore, Tuesday 28 October – Acclime, a leading corporate services and advisory firm, today announced the acquisition of Crowe Singapore, one of Singapore's top accounting and advisory practices. The combination marks a significant milestone in Acclime's growth journey and reinforces its evolution to a full-service regional firm serving clients across Asia Pacific and the Middle East. With this acquisition, Acclime will become one of the largest professional services firms in Singapore.
- [Acclime strengthens Australian presence with rebrand of Bedford](https://www.acclime.com/press-releases/acclime-rebrands-bedford-australia/): Sydney, Singapore, 13 October 2025 — Acclime, a leading global provider of corporate and advisory services, is pleased to announce the formal integration and rebranding of Bedford, a leading Sydney-based accounting and advisory firm, as Acclime.

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- [Agility](https://www.acclime.com/agility/): Agility is Acclime’s complete cloud-based system to view, track and exchange documents for convenient collaboration, corporate administration and efficient management of every aspect of your corporate governance across Asia.
- [Our people](https://www.acclime.com/people/): Meet the Acclime leadership team, a highly skilled group of professionals with extensive international expertise. Our leaders help businesses navigate the complexity of challenging markets, combining local insights with a global perspective to deliver exceptional results. Discover the expertise and vision behind our commitment to elevating your business.
- [Formation services](https://www.acclime.com/services/formation/): Whether you are a funded start-up or an established multinational, Acclime’s experts will help you register the most efficient structure for your business, ensuring it is built on a strong and compliant foundation.
- [Schedule a discovery call](https://www.acclime.com/discovery-call/): Book a free no-obligation discovery call with Hugh. During the 30-minute session, we will discuss your business plans and can advise you on the following:
- [Corporate advisory](https://www.acclime.com/services/corporate-advisory/): Our corporate advisory services strengthen business operations, manage risks, and ensure long-term sustainability. We specialise in corporate restructuring to help you reorganise operations and finances—improving efficiency and adapting to market changes. Through forensic accounting and litigation support, we investigate financial discrepancies, resolve disputes, and maintain financial transparency during legal proceedings. Our experienced team conducts thorough analyses to uncover insights and provide expert testimony when needed.
- [HR outsourcing](https://www.acclime.com/services/hr/): Operating businesses across regions with diverse employment laws can be challenging. Acclime simplifies this process by offering comprehensive HR administrative services designed for startups and small businesses without in-house HR teams.
- [Accounting](https://www.acclime.com/services/accounting-tax/): Our accounting team ensures accurate record-keeping and full compliance with tax obligations, including monthly filings, annual income tax returns, and transfer pricing requirements. In the event of a tax audit, we help safeguard your operations, ensuring minimal disruption to your business.
- [Corporate governance](https://www.acclime.com/services/governance/): Let us help you achieve compliance and keep up with regulatory changes. Acclime’s skilled and experienced professionals are available in all of our offices throughout the region.
- [News & Insights](https://www.acclime.com/news-insights/)
- [Contact](https://www.acclime.com/contact/): Send message

## Careers
- [Regional Business Development Manager, Group Business Development](https://www.acclime.com/careers/regional-sales-manager-group-business-development/): Acclime is a leading regional provider of corporate services, supporting businesses to navigate complex markets across Asia, the UAE, and the USA. Our services include company formation, accounting and tax, corporate governance, payroll, immigration, and advisory solutions. With operations in 18 markets across Asia, we are dedicated to helping international businesses establish, manage, and grow their presence in the region.
- [CFO – Virtual CFO Services](https://www.acclime.com/careers/cfo-virtual-cfo-services/): The role holds primary day-to-day leadership of Acclime’s Virtual CFO client portfolio in Australia and is accountable for the quality, commerciality and profitability of CFO engagements across a portfolio of SME groups, family offices and high net worth family businesses, and for leading the onshore and offshore delivery teams that support them.
- [Senior Accountant](https://www.acclime.com/careers/senior-accountant/): This role is ideal for an ambitious professional looking to take the next step in their career and work with a diverse portfolio of clients, build trusted long-term relationships and make a genuine impact on client success. Beyond delivering exceptional business advisory services, this position plays a key role in supporting the development of team members while contributing to the growth of the business.
- [Client Manager](https://www.acclime.com/careers/client-manager/): This role is ideal for an ambitious Business Advisory professional looking to take the next step in their career in an autonomous role where they will manage a diverse portfolio of clients, build trusted long-term relationships and make a genuine impact on client success. Beyond delivering exceptional business advisory services, this position plays a key role in mentoring and developing team members while contributing to the growth of the business.
- [Legal Services Coordinator, Legal](https://www.acclime.com/careers/senior-client-service-officer-corporate-service-legal/): We're now seeking a Legal Services Coordinator to delivers timely to our Legal Team and our legal client. To support, resolves issues, coordinates with internal teams, manages onboarding and client data, and identifies upsell opportunities
- [Payroll & HR Services Manager, Client Payroll & HR](https://www.acclime.com/careers/payroll-hr-services-manager-client-payroll-hr/): Delivering high-quality, accurate, and timely Payroll and HR operational services. The scope includes end-to-end payroll operations, HR administration, compliance, employee support, and service delivery management to external clients.
- [Client Services Officer – Payroll & HR, Client Payroll & HR](https://www.acclime.com/careers/client-services-officer-payroll-hr-client-payroll-hr/): Ensuring excellence services for the Payroll and HR Services providing to the client compliance with Thai Labour Laws, and alignment with client-specific requirements. This role involves close coordination with internal teams and external clients to deliver accurate, timely, and professional support.
- [Tax Consultant, Advisory Service](https://www.acclime.com/careers/tax-consultant-advisory-service/): A forward-thinking Tax Consultant, who thrives in a dynamic environment is passionate about professional growth, value-driven and embraces continuous learning and development.
- [Senior Lawyer, Legal](https://www.acclime.com/careers/senior-lawyer-legal/): We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Senior Lawyer to join our Legal Team to manages corporate legal and compliance matters, including FBL and BOI. Drafts and reviews legal documents, supports client communications, liaises with government authorities, and assists the legal team with research and project execution.
- [Operations Associate](https://www.acclime.com/careers/operations-associate/): Reporting directly to the Operations Manager, you will act with the view of being a key member of the Operations team, continually looking to understand our clients evolving needs and reacting by developing a comprehensive service solution to meet these needs.
- [Regional Sales Director, Australia & New Zealand](https://www.acclime.com/careers/regional-sales-director-australia-new-zealand/): As the Regional Sales Director for Australia & New Zealand, you are at the forefront of Acclime’s Commercial Function, driving growth by ensuring seamless alignment between business development and sales activities across all service lines within the ANZ market. Your leadership is essential in integrating these efforts into the broader Group commercial and corporate framework, supporting the company's strategic objectives and elevating Acclime’s presence in the region.
- [Finance Broker – Commercial & Residential Lending](https://www.acclime.com/careers/finance-broker-commercial-residential-lending/): In this role, you will act as a trusted adviser, building long-term client relationships and deliver tailored finance solutions to support our clients with their personal and business goals. Your client portfolio will span from first-home buyers and experienced investors through to SMEs, high-net-worth individuals, property developers and established businesses across industries such as professional services, healthcare, manufacturing, construction, real estate and agribusiness.
- [Payroll Services Manager](https://www.acclime.com/careers/payroll-services-manager/): Acclime in looking for a dynamic leader to join our team as a Payroll Services Manager. In this role, you will be responsible for leading the Payroll Services Team, ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely payroll processing for clients across Australia. You will oversee quality service delivery, manage onboarding of new clients, and drives continuous improvement in payroll systems and processes.
- [Intermediate Accountant](https://www.acclime.com/careers/intermediate-accountant/): Due to the continuing growth of our business, we currently have an opening for a full-time Intermediate Accountant at our office in Sydney. This position is ideal for an individual confident in their technical ability in tax compliance, ready to step into a dynamic, fast-growing business with a strong client base. Whether you’re an experienced professional or early in your career, you’ll have opportunities to further develop your technical skills, take on new challenges and grow within a business that values teamwork and initiative.
- [Junior Accountant (KH26002)](https://www.acclime.com/careers/junior-accountant-kh26002/): The Junior Accountant is responsible for ensuring accurate billing, collections, payment processing, and maintenance of financial records while supporting the Finance team’s operational and reporting requirements.
- [Receptionist / Administration Assistant](https://www.acclime.com/careers/receptionist-administration-assistant/): This full-time role provides an opportunity to deliver positive, professional, and forward-thinking front-line support to the business.  This is an excellent position for someone with a can-do attitude and strong multitasking skills, handling responsibilities from answering phone calls to managing general administrative tasks.
- [Assistant Finance Manager (LA26005)](https://www.acclime.com/careers/assistant-finance-manager-la26005/): The Assistant Finance Manager – Laos is the core finance resource for Acclime Laos, responsible for overseeing the end-to-end day-to-day finance and accounting function and ensuring accurate, timely and compliant financial operations.
- [Tax Assistant (KH26001)](https://www.acclime.com/careers/tax-assistant-kh26001/): As part of our continued business growth and expanding client portfolio, we are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Tax Consultant to join our Tax Compliance Team.
- [Assistant Manager – Business Advisory Services](https://www.acclime.com/careers/assistant-manager-business-advisory-services/): Working closely with Directors and Senior Managers, you will manage a portfolio of clients, provide high-quality accounting and advisory services, mentor junior team members, and contribute to the continued growth of the business.
- [Finance Business Partner](https://www.acclime.com/careers/finance-business-partner/): The Finance Business Partner (FBP) serves as a strategic internal advisor, reporting directly to Regional Financial Controller, ANZ.  This role is pivotal in ensuring accurate financial reporting, robust budgeting and strict compliance with finance policies.  Additionally, the FBP provides critical financial guidance to the Service Line Leader, supporting strategic decision-making and financial management for the respective Acclime Business Unit (BU).
- [Senior Accounts Officer (LA26004)](https://www.acclime.com/careers/senior-accounts-officer/): Provides end‑to‑end accounting, bookkeeping, and tax compliance support to ensure smooth service delivery for Acclime’s clients in Lao PDR.
- [Tax Manager](https://www.acclime.com/careers/tax-manager/): The Tax Manager is responsible for leading and overseeing the delivery of high-quality tax compliance services, ensuring client obligations are met accurately, efficiently and in accordance with relevant legislation and professional standards.
- [Business Support and Sales Associate](https://www.acclime.com/careers/business-support-sales-associate/): Provide a proactive and detail-oriented Business Support and Sales Associate to join our growing team in Laos. This role combines administrative support, client service, and sales development responsibilities.
- [Business Development Director](https://www.acclime.com/careers/business-development-director/): We are seeking a Business Development Director based in the East Coast or the Midwest. This role will drive outbound business development from the US into North Asia (with a primary focus on China, Hong Kong, Korea and Japan) and the wider Asia-Pacific region.
- [Corporate Compliance Associate](https://www.acclime.com/careers/11082/): This role would suit someone confident in their ability, with excellent organizational and written communication skills, that is ready to step into a dynamic, fast-growing business with a strong client base.
- [Associate](https://www.acclime.com/careers/associate/)
- [Senior Associate](https://www.acclime.com/careers/senior-associate/)
- [Junior Auditor](https://www.acclime.com/careers/junior-auditor/)
- [Regional Sales Manager](https://www.acclime.com/careers/regional-sales-manager/): Acclime is a leading regional provider of corporate services, supporting businesses to navigate complex markets across Asia, the UAE, and the USA. Our services include company formation, accounting and tax, corporate governance, payroll, immigration, and advisory solutions. With operations in 18 markets across Asia, we are dedicated to helping international businesses establish, manage, and grow their presence in the region.
- [Senior Tax Consultant](https://www.acclime.com/careers/senior-tax-consultant/): We are seeking a knowledgeable and detail-oriented Tax Consultant to provide expert tax advice, ensure compliance with statutory requirements, and support the organization or clients in effective tax planning. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of Malaysian tax laws and experience in preparing tax returns, handling tax audits, and liaising with tax authorities.
- [Screen Accountant/Advisor](https://www.acclime.com/careers/screen-accountant-advisor/): Acclime Australia is currently accepting applications for an exciting new role, where we look to expand our client services offering to encompass the Australian screen (including gaming) industry.
- [Group AI Automation Junior Engineer](https://www.acclime.com/careers/group-ai-automation-junior-engineer/): We are seeking a skilled and proactive AI Automation Junior Engineer to join our team and actively work on the development, integration, and maintenance of secure automation workflows. This role focuses on backend integration, API development, and orchestration of data flows across applications and platforms. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to design and implement scalable automation solutions using specialized automation tools.
- [Group AI Automation Senior Engineer](https://www.acclime.com/careers/group-ai-automation-senior-engineer/): We are seeking a skilled and proactive AI Automation Senior Engineer to join our team and actively work on the development, integration, and maintenance of secure automation workflows. This role focuses on backend integration, API development, and orchestration of data flows across applications and platforms. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to design and implement scalable automation solutions using specialized automation tools.
- [Group Finance Analyst](https://www.acclime.com/careers/group-finance-analyst/): We are currently seeking a detail-oriented and motivated junior Group Finance Analyst to join the Acclime Group Finance team. Based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia this role reports to the FP&A Consolidation Senior Manager and plays a critical part in supporting financial planning, analysis and reporting activities. You will work closely with senior analysts and cross-functional teams to drive data-informed decision making and ensure financial accuracy for business operations.
- [China BD Manager](https://www.acclime.com/careers/china-bd-manager/)
- [Senior Financial Accountant](https://www.acclime.com/careers/senior-financial-accountant/): Due to the continuing growth of our business, we are searching for an ambitious Senior Financial Accountant to join our internal finance team in our Melbourne office.
- [Client Services Associates](https://www.acclime.com/careers/client-services-associates/)
- [Accounting Associate](https://www.acclime.com/careers/accounting-associate/): We are seeking a detailed-oriented Accounting Associate to be responsible preparing balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and other financial reports. Responsibilities include analyzing trends, costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations. Reports the organization's finances and offers suggestions about resource utilization, strategies, and assumptions underlying financial outcomes and possibilities.
- [M&A Analyst](https://www.acclime.com/careers/ma-analyst/)
- [Associate, Group Compliance](https://www.acclime.com/careers/associate-group-compliance/): We are seeking for motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as Associate, Group Compliance.  In this role, you will support KYC (Know Your Customer) and KYB (Know Your Business) onboarding and operational processes across multiple markets.   You will work closely with regional and global teams, ensuring adherence to compliance policies and regulatory standards.
- [Executive/Senior Executive, Corporate Secretarial](https://www.acclime.com/careers/corporate-secretarial-senior-executive/): We are seeking a highly motivated Corporate Secretarial Executive / Senior Executive to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for handling corporate secretarial matters for both listed and non-listed companies, ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
- [Accounting Consultant (Senior/Junior)](https://www.acclime.com/careers/accounting-consultant-senior-junior/): We are seeking a highly motivated Accounting Consultant to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for preparing full set accounting, bookkeeping, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and provide guidance to potential clients.
- [Business Development Assistant](https://www.acclime.com/careers/business-development-assistant/): The Business Development Assistant supports the business development team by performing administrative tasks, conducting market research, managing lead generation, preparing proposals, coordinating communication in English and Chinese with potential clients, and assisting with overall sales strategy execution, aiming to identify and nurture business opportunities.
- [Accountant, Accounting Services](https://www.acclime.com/careers/accountant-accounting-services/): We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Accountant to join our Accounting Services team. The ideal candidate will independently manage a portfolio of clients, ensuring accurate financial records, compliance with statutory requirements, and timely reporting. The role involves providing end-to-end accounting and bookkeeping services, tax compliance, and financial reporting while collaborating with internal teams across Acclime’s international network.

## Downloads
- [Regional guide to e-signatures for businesses in Asia](https://www.acclime.com/downloads/regional-esignature-guide/): A guide to e-signatures in Asia and their role in streamlining transaction management.

## Events

## Guides
- [OECD Pillar Two and the global minimum tax for multinational groups](https://www.acclime.com/guides/oecd-pillar-two-global-minimum-tax-multinational-groups/): A 15% global minimum tax is now in force across a growing list of jurisdictions. This hub explains how the GloBE rules work, who they apply to and links to local requirements in every Acclime market.
- [Singapore VCC and Hong Kong OFC compared](https://www.acclime.com/guides/singapore-vcc-hong-kong-ofc-compared/): Asia's fund management sector has undergone a quiet transformation. As regulatory frameworks mature and capital flows deepen, fund managers and institutional investors have moved past the question of whether to domicile onshore in Asia to asking where, and increasingly, whether to use both.
- [Singapore vs Hong Kong: Which city is better as a base for doing business in Asia](https://www.acclime.com/guides/singapore-vs-hong-kong/): With Asia's growing global economic hub, choosing the right city as a base for a business is more important than ever. Singapore and Hong Kong are two top choices for companies looking to establish a regional presence. Both cities are renowned for their infrastructure, strategic location and business-friendly policies, but they offer different advantages and face unique challenges.
- [The five best cities to start a business in Asia](https://www.acclime.com/guides/best-cities-start-business-asia/): This article examines the five best cities to start a business in Asia, each offering an appealing business environment and a range of exciting opportunities.
- [Why Hong Kong & Singapore are the best launchpads for your business in Asia](https://www.acclime.com/guides/why-hong-kong-singapore-best-launchpads-business-asia/): Singapore and Hong Kong are two of the world's busiest and most significant logistics centres. Their long history of economic stability and advantageous location make these cities the perfect starting point for international companies looking to expand their business in Asia Pacific's thriving markets.
- [Why expand your business into Asia: Reasons & opinions](https://www.acclime.com/guides/why-expand-your-business-to-asia/): This article explores the opportunities of expanding into Asia, focusing on its rapid economic growth, large consumer markets and business-friendly environments.
- [Moving from a PEO to a legal entity: When and how to transition](https://www.acclime.com/guides/transitioning-from-peo-to-legal-entity/): A major challenge of expanding a company’s operations to a new country are the legal and administrative requirements of employing staff. To reduce the complexities, many businesses initially hire a Professional Employer Organisation (PEO) in a new country to handle a variety of tasks concerning their workforce. This allows the business leaders to focus on their core operations.
- [Employee misclassification: What employers in Asia need to know](https://www.acclime.com/guides/employee-misclassification-asia/): Employee misclassification typically occurs when an employer incorrectly identifies an employee as an independent contractor or freelancer. This can have significant legal, financial and operational implications for both the employer and the misclassified worker.
- [How to choose an Employer of Record partner in Asia](https://www.acclime.com/guides/choosing-eor-partner-asia/): Selecting the right EoR partner is crucial to the success of an expansion strategy, as partnering with the wrong provider can result in legal and financial risks that could damage a company’s reputation. This article outlines key considerations when choosing an EoR partner in Asia.
- [How to pay international employees in Asia](https://www.acclime.com/guides/paying-international-employees-asia/): Hiring international employees to support operations in foreign markets has increased due to globalisation and the increased popularity and effectiveness of remote work. Paying international employees can be challenging, involving legal and financial considerations, such as local labour laws, tax laws, currency exchange rates and payment methods.
- [What is a PEO and EoR: Everything you need to know](https://www.acclime.com/guides/understanding-peo-eor/): This article outlines how PEO and EoR services work, their key benefits and potential drawbacks and how businesses can determine whether these options align with their expansion goals.
- [Ease of doing business in Asia: Most impactful business reforms (2025)](https://www.acclime.com/guides/ease-of-doing-business-asia-business-reforms/): Governments and regulatory bodies across Asia are actively introducing changes to create a more business-friendly environment and attract foreign investment.
- [Doing business in Asia: Common challenges and opportunities](https://www.acclime.com/guides/doing-business-asia/): Asia has long been recognised as a hub of economic growth and opportunity, attracting businesses from around the world seeking to tap into its vast consumer base and thriving markets. But while the region offers tremendous potential, there are also notable challenges.
- [How to successfully expand a business into Asia](https://www.acclime.com/guides/how-to-expand-business-into-asia/): Many successful businesses seeking to expand their horizons find the Asian market attractive due to its large and growing consumer market. With over 60% of the world's population, Asia is a vast region with formidable and diverse market-entry barriers. The adage, businesses don’t plan to fail, they fail to plan is particularly true in Asia. To successfully enter the region, it is essential to have a well-considered strategy focusing on specific target countries. Planning is key for those who are seeking to sell products in the region or set up manufacturing facilities.
- [Guide to top emerging markets in Asia](https://www.acclime.com/guides/emerging-markets-asia/): This guide explores the top emerging markets in Asia, highlighting their economic strengths, growth prospects and the key factors driving their development.
- [Top five markets for expanding into Asia in 2026](https://www.acclime.com/guides/top-markets-in-asia-to-expand-your-business/): Asia is becoming a hotspot for businesses seeking to expand into new markets as it experiences rapid economic growth and digital transformation. With attractive government incentives, growing talent pools, digitalisation and access to large consumer bases, Asia offers significant opportunities across various industries. While New York and London continue to dominate as traditional financial centres, emerging economies in the region are driving the rise of new financial hubs.
- [Seven best practices for effective board management](https://www.acclime.com/guides/effective-board-management/): Establishing clear roles and responsibilities for board members is fundamental to effective board management. Each board member should have a defined position, with a written description outlining their duties, expectations, and the scope of their authority. This will help prevent overlap or gaps in responsibilities and ensure that every member understands their role and can contribute effectively to board discussions and decision-making processes.
- [Six tips for effective board communication](https://www.acclime.com/guides/effective-board-communication/): Effective board communication is essential for the success of any organisation. Clear and efficient communication channels among board members are crucial for fostering collaboration, making informed decisions, and driving the business forward.
- [Optimising the transition from in-person to virtual board meetings](https://www.acclime.com/guides/virtual-board-meetings/): For organisations around the world, COVID-19 forced board meetings to go virtual. The new normal became the videoconference, with varying levels of success. Even with the return to the office, many remote-work transitions seem here to stay. This presents organisations with the challenge of keeping their board meetings engaging and productive, even when online. The following article provides insights and practical tips for running effective virtual board meetings.

## Case studies
- [Structuring ASEAN expansion through a regional hub](https://www.acclime.com/case-studies/asean-regional-hub-expansion/): A US-based SaaS company established a Singapore regional hub to support controlled expansion into Indonesia and Vietnam.
- [UK consulting firm structures tax-efficient ASEAN expansion](https://www.acclime.com/case-studies/uk-consulting-firm-asean-regional-expansion/): How a UK consulting firm structured a tax-efficient ASEAN expansion via a Singapore holding company.
- [Multi-market payroll consolidation across six Asian markets](https://www.acclime.com/case-studies/regional-payroll-engine-asia-technology-company/): How a fast-growing tech company streamlined and centralised payroll operations across six Asian markets.
- [Noventiq standardises governance and compliance across Asia-Pacific](https://www.acclime.com/case-studies/noventiq/): Noventiq consolidated corporate secretarial and compliance management across multiple Asian markets with Acclime's coordinated regional support.