Professional Accounting and Bookkeeping Services
FastLane Group, a Xero Platinum partner, leverages the power of Xero’s cloud-based accounting platform to provide efficient bookkeeping services that comply with local accounting standards. We specialize in assisting foreign companies in Singapore with their accounting and bookkeeping services using Xero.
Why FastLane 
Seamless Accounting Solutions
Rely on our team of experienced professionals to handle your accounting requirements from bookkeeping and financial statement preparation to tax compliance and reporting.
Advanced Technology and Tools
Leverage cutting-edge software and technologies to efficiently manage financial processes, allowing for improved accuracy, automation, and real-time access to financial data.
Save Time and Resources
Focus on your core business activities, while we handle the intricacies of financial management, ensuring efficiency and freeing up your valuable resources.
Customized Approach
Our flexible solutions are designed to adapt to your evolving business requirements, providing you with a seamless and personalized experience. We can provide you with the accounting services monthly or quarterly basis or just for year-end reports.
Stay Informed and Empowered
Gain valuable insights into your business’s financial health. We use Xero and other online accounting software that allows you to have real time access anywhere.
Peace of Mind
Rest easy knowing that your financial records are in safe hands. Our dedicated experts diligently manage your accounts, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely reporting.
Why Choose Us 
Seamless Accounting Solutions
Seamless Accounting SolutionsRely on our team of experienced professionals to handle your accounting requirements from bookkeeping and financial statement preparation to tax compliance and reporting.
Advanced Technology and Tools
Leverage cutting-edge software and technologies to efficiently manage financial processes, allowing for improved accuracy, automation, and real-time access to financial data.
Save Time and Resources
Focus on your core business activities, while we handle the intricacies of financial management, ensuring efficiency and freeing up your valuable resources.
Efficient Accounting Solutions for Your Business Success
Xero Cloud Accounting Software Implementation & Training
We ensure a smooth transition to Xero, providing comprehensive training to empower your team to effectively utilize its features and functionalities.
Monthly / Quarterly / Yearly Bookkeeping Services
Fastlane offers reliable bookkeeping services tailored to your preferred frequency – monthly, quarterly, or yearly. Our dedicated professionals will handle
Accounting Data and Bank Reconciliations
Save time and effort by outsourcing your accounting data input and reconciliation process to Fastlane. We accurately input your financial transactions into Xero, ensuring that your records are up to date and organized.
Preparation of Management Accounts
We prepare monthly profit and loss statements and balance sheets, enabling you to make informed decisions and track your progress.
Accounts Receivable & Accounts Payable Ageing Reports
Stay on top of your outstanding invoices and payments. These reports provide a clear snapshot of your cash flow, helping you effectively manage your receivables and payables.
Xero Account Review Services
Our experts review your Xero account settings, bank feeds, reconciliations, and sales and expense categorization. We then provide you with a detailed Xero Health Check Report, including findings and recommendations to optimize your Xero usage.
Here’s why you should consider using Xero as your accounting solution
Seamless Cloud-Based Access
Seamless Cloud-Based AccessWith Xero, you can access your financial data anytime, anywhere, as long as you have an internet connection. This cloud-based accessibility allows for real-time collaboration with your team and your accountant, providing a seamless experience for managing your financials.
User-Friendly Interface
Xero’s user-friendly interface makes it easy for business owners and accounting professionals to navigate and utilize the platform effectively. You don’t need to be a tech expert to leverage the features and functionalities of Xero.
Automation and Efficiency
Xero streamlines your accounting processes through automation, saving you valuable time and effort. It automates tasks such as bank reconciliations, invoice generation, and expense tracking, reducing manual data entry and the potential for errors. This efficiency allows you to focus on more strategic aspects of your business.
Real-Time Financial Insights
With Xero’s real-time reporting and dashboard features, you can gain immediate visibility into your financial performance. The platform provides customizable reports and key financial metrics, allowing you to make informed decisions based on up-to-date information.
Integration with Third-Party Apps
Xero integrates seamlessly with numerous third-party applications, allowing you to extend its functionality and tailor it to your specific business needs. Whether it’s payment gateways, inventory management, or customer relationship management tools, Xero’s integrations offer flexibility and convenience.
Collaboration and Accessibility
Xero facilitates collaboration between you, your team, and your accountant. You can easily grant access to relevant stakeholders, enabling them to view and work on specific financial data. This accessibility promotes efficient communication and enhances collaboration within your organization.
Bank-Level Security and Data Protection
Xero takes security seriously. The platform employs robust security measures, including encryption and multi-factor authentication, to protect your financial data. Additionally, regular data backups and disaster recovery procedures ensure the safety and integrity of your information.
Xero’s Rich Ecosystem
Xero has a vibrant ecosystem that includes a wide range of add-on applications and integrations. These apps provide additional functionality and specialized features, allowing you to customize your accounting experience and meet the unique needs of your business.
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Grana
“FastLane have supported our capital raising round by advising and building our financial models, setting up Xero and Unleashed inventory systems, so we can focus on growing our business.”
Nanoleaf
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Frequently Answered Questions
Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS) are based on the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), but have some local variations. Companies must comply with the SFRS and the Companies Act.
Cloud accounting is a more efficient and effective way to do accounting work than traditional accounting solutions. Cloud accounting platforms are hosted on remote servers, which means that data and software are accessible online anytime, anywhere, and from any device. This makes it easy for companies to collaborate on financial documents with their team, accountants, and bookkeepers, which can lead to improved efficiency and transparency.
Cloud accounting is a way of storing and accessing accounting data over the Internet using online software. This means that data is not stored on a local hard drive, which makes it more secure and accessible from anywhere. Cloud accounting platforms also allow multiple users to access and edit data simultaneously, which can improve collaboration and efficiency.
Automatic software updates: Cloud accounting software is constantly being updated with the latest features and security patches. This means that you can always be sure that you are using the latest version of the software, which can help to improve your workflow and security.
Easy access: Cloud accounting software can be accessed from anywhere with an internet connection, which gives you and your team greater flexibility. You can work from home, on the go, or from any other location.
Reduced manual tasks: Cloud accounting software can automate many of the manual tasks associated with accounting, such as data entry and reconciliation. This can save you time and money.
Instant reports: Cloud accounting software can generate financial reports instantly, which can help you to make better business decisions. You can also share these reports with your accountant or other stakeholders easily.
High storage costs: Traditional accounting software requires data to be stored on local drives or physical copies. This can be expensive, especially for businesses with large amounts of data. Additionally, if data is lost or corrupted, it can be costly to recover.
Limited access: Traditional accounting software is typically installed on a single computer or server. This means that only a limited number of people can access the software at the same time. This can make it difficult for teams to collaborate on accounting tasks and can lead to inefficiencies.
Lack of flexibility: Traditional accounting software is not designed to be scalable. As a business grows, it may need to upgrade its accounting software to accommodate the increased volume of data. This can be a costly and time-consuming process.
FastLane Group is a Xero Platinum Partner that has been using Xero since 2013. We are experts in Xero and can help businesses of all sizes to get the most out of the software.
Xero is a cloud-based accounting software that offers businesses a simple, yet powerful, way to manage their finances. Compared with traditional accounting systems or Excel, Xero users can access their business finances wherever they are, collaborate seamlessly with other parties, and can even improve their cash flow through online invoices.
We are proud to have been awarded the Xero Award for Accounting Partner of the Year in 2019, and we continue to be recognized as a leading Xero Partner in 2023. We are committed to providing our clients with the best possible Xero experience, and we are always looking for new ways to help businesses grow and succeed.
Businesses adopt Xero to make running their business easier. Xero offers a simpler and more efficient way to manage some of the most tedious business processes, such as invoicing.
With Xero, businesses can create template invoices, send invoices to clients immediately, and easily track outstanding invoices. This automation frees up business owners to focus on revenue-generating activities.
When transitioning to Xero, there are a few factors to consider in order to make the process as smooth as possible.
Data migration: Do you need to migrate all of your historical data from your old accounting platform to Xero? This can be a time-consuming and costly process, so you may want to consider only migrating the data that you need to meet your statutory record-keeping obligations.
Professional accounting firm: If you are not familiar with Xero, it may be helpful to work with a professional accounting firm to help with the migration process. They can ensure that your data is properly formatted and imported into Xero, and they can also provide training to your staff on how to use the software.
Timing: When do you want to start using Xero? You can choose to start on a new month or a new fiscal year. If you don’t need to migrate all of your data, you can simply bring across your closing balances.
Staff training: Your staff will need to be trained on how to use Xero. This is important to ensure that they are able to use the software effectively and that no accounting errors are made.
Integrations: Xero integrates with a variety of other business tools. If you use other tools, you will need to make sure that they are compatible with Xero. This will ensure that you have a seamless integration between all of your business systems.
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Xero regularly updates its website with news about new features and updates. In July 2022, Xero announced several new features that will allow customers to get quick answers and optimize financial analysis. The three major features of the Xero update include:
Streamlined financial analysis: Xero has added new tools and reports to help businesses streamline their financial analysis. These include new reports for cash flow, budgeting, and forecasting. Xero has also added support for foreign currencies, which can be helpful for businesses that operate internationally.
Enhanced customization: Xero has made it easier for businesses to customize their reports and layouts. Businesses can now create personalized reports with their own branding and colors. They can also add or remove columns and rows from reports.
Increased flexibility: Xero has added new standardized and customized reports, as well as additional functions. This gives businesses more flexibility in how they view their financial data.
We define the number of transactions per month as the total number of transactions conducted in a corporate bank account. This includes all deposits, withdrawals, sales invoices, and business expenses. We take special care to avoid double-counting transactions. For example, if a company transfers funds between different bank accounts, we count this as one transaction. We also take into account whether the company makes several receipts for one sales invoice, or has similar recurring transactions through merchant accounts (Paypal, Stripe, Payoneer, Neat, etc.). Other service providers may not account for such transactions.
If you are unsure of how many transactions your company conducts in any given month, please do not hesitate to contact us at FastLane. We can review the necessary documentation to help you determine the number of transactions.
As a small business owner, it’s likely that you’ve taken on the task of bookkeeping yourself in order to stay mindful of your expenses. Most business owners discover that their time is better spent focusing on their goods and services rather than accounting debits and credits as their company expands.
Outsourcing accounting services in Hong Kong allows small businesses and SMEs to access and utilize more resources as compared to relying on in-house accountants. The key benefits of outsourcing accounting services to a professional accounting firm are as follows:
- Save time to focus on other key business activities
- Save money by accessing professional knowledge and avoiding penalties
- Provide a better understanding of the company’s financial performance
- Improve cash flow management
- Seamless audit coordination
You may outsource everything from day-to-day accounts receivables to payables, payroll, transaction coding, accounting, filing your Profits Tax Return, and even financial reporting.
Yes, you can handle your own bookkeeping. However, it is not recommended, especially for busy business owners who want to focus on business-generating activities. Bookkeeping is an essential part of a business, and it can be time-consuming and error-prone. If you do not have the time or expertise to do your own bookkeeping, it is best to hire a professional bookkeeper.
A bookkeeper can help you with a variety of tasks, including:
- Recording transactions
- Preparing financial statements
- Filing taxes
- Providing financial advice
By hiring a bookkeeper, you can free up your time to focus on running your business. You can also be confident that your financial records are accurate and up-to-date.
If you are not ready to completely outsource your bookkeeping, you can consider setting up a Xero system and hiring a bookkeeper to help you get started. The FastLane Group offers cloud accounting services that can help you get started with Xero, provide training on the system, and manage all receipts you upload onto the platform.
Moving your accounting to online accounting software is a smart move for businesses of all sizes. Cloud accounting solutions offer a number of advantages over traditional bookkeeping software, including:
Increased efficiency: Cloud accounting software can automate many of the manual tasks associated with bookkeeping, such as data entry and reconciliation. This can free up your time so you can focus on other aspects of your business.
Improved security: Cloud accounting software is hosted on secure servers, which can help protect your financial data from unauthorized access.
Better compliance: Cloud accounting software can help you stay compliant with tax laws and regulations. This can save you time and money in the long run.
Scalability: Cloud accounting software is typically designed to scale with your business. This means you can add or remove users and features as needed.
We charge accounting services fees based on an hourly rate or a fixed fee per month depending on the number of your company transactions and business complexity. Nothing unexpected will appear on your bills!
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