LT2412 - Pillar Two : Policy to Practice - Considerations for Integration of Process and Data Management (In-Person Event)

To align with international tax norms on income tax treatment of capital gains, Singapore will impose tax on gains arising from the disposal of foreign assets with effect from 1 January 2024. This lunch session aims to refresh some key indicators that IRAS consider before imposing a tax on such gain.

LT2412 - Pillar Two : Policy to Practice - Considerations for Integration of Process and Data Management (In-Person Event)

To align with international tax norms on income tax treatment of capital gains, Singapore will impose tax on gains arising from the disposal of foreign assets with effect from 1 January 2024. The lunch session aimed to refresh some key indicators that IRAS consider before imposing a tax on such gain.

LT2410: The Ins and Outs of Section 10L - Capital Gains Tax Explained (In-Person Event)
To align with international tax norms on income tax treatment of capital gains, Singapore will impose tax on gains arising from the disposal of foreign assets with effect from 1 January 2024. This lunch session aims to refresh some key indicators that IRAS consider before imposing a tax on such gain.

LT2407 : Navigating the Chinese Market: Strategies, Challenge, and Success Stories (In-Person Event)

The booming Chinese market presents a wealth of opportunities for businesses looking to expand. Join us for an insightful lunch talk where we’ll explore effective strategies for entering and thriving in this dynamic landscape.

Navigating the new frontier - Singapore's Updated Transfer Pricing Guidelines for Compliance and Strategic Advantage
Our speakers, Ilysia Tan and Jenny Zhao from Yonyou, industry leaders in cloud enterprise software, will share their valuable insights to help you navigate the complexities of doing business in China.

Key Takeaways:

• Gain a comprehensive understanding of the Chinese business environment through a PEST analysis.
• Gain valuable insights into the practical challenges of doing business in China we will discuss the key obstacles encountered when establishing operations in this diverse market.
• Discover inspiring success stories from companies across various industries who have mastered multi-country operations.

The informative lunch conversation promises to equip you with practical knowledge and valuable expertise from Yonyou.

LT2406 : Making Cyber Hygiene Your Organisation's Top Digital Priority (In-Person Event)

Maintaining good cyber hygiene is crucial for preventing common cyber threats like malware, phishing attacks, and data breaches. By implementing basic security measures such as regular software updates, strong password management, and user education, organisations can significantly reduce their vulnerability. Robust cyber hygiene can provide a strong foundation for implementation of advance security controls and technologies. Prioritising these practices aids compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards, protecting sensitive data and avoiding costly penalties and legal consequences associated with non-compliance.

Know the importance of good cyber hygiene but do not know where to start?

Find out what are the necessary steps your organization need to take for cyber preparedness, at this interactive session lead by Crowe Singapore and supported by the Cyber Security Agency of Singapore including:

• Building a firm foundation in cybersecurity
• Understanding prevalent cybersecurity risks, including Artificial Intelligence and Cloud
• Implementing robust cyber hygiene practices
• Getting up to mark with a Cyber Essentials certification

LT2301 : Income Source, Permanent Establishment, Withholding Taxes and Transfer Pricing - Different Sides of the Same Issue? (In-Person Event)

In today’s competitive job market, staying informed about the industry’s evolving landscape and understanding what employers are looking for has become more critical than ever. Hear from an experienced speaker from an international recruitment agency with up-to-date insights, essential strategies, and tools you need to succeed in your job search. 

LT2302 : The Future of Audit (In-Person Event)
In this 1.5 hours lunch talk, the speaker will share more about the Future of Audit: Quality, Talent and Technology

• Quality: More than just detect financial reporting issues, a quality audit must drive continuous improvement, enhance risk management, elevate financial planning, and provide reliable financial information in the capital markets.
• Talent: Next-gen auditors, tapping on next-gen technology, are expected to demonstrate higher levels of critical thinking and judgement, and create greater value for their clients as well as their own organisations. Firms should be using the latest and greatest technology to attract and retain the best young talent. The younger generation wants to work at a firm that uses the best and most modern tools.
• Technology: With technology adoption, audit can assume a more strategic role in driving business outcome while navigating a constantly evolving regulatory environment.

LT2304 : Mitigating Risks and Safeguarding Your Retirement Fund Amidst Market Volatility (In-Person Event)
Rising inflation as well as the intense volatility in the stock market sparked by the pandemic and geopolitical tensions are placing additional stress on financial markets and investors including retirees and near-retirees.
 
Unlike younger investors, who may have decades to recoup any potential losses, this group of investors who are living off the capital and income from their investments now have a common enemy - short-term volatility.
 
In this 1.5 hour lunch talk series, our speaker will be sharing his insights how the RetireWell™ Methodology can help to mitigate different types of risks and ensure a reliable income stream for retirement years regardless of the volatility of the financial markets and the uncertainties of life.

GEMS21 : Mistakes to Avoid when Looking Out for Better Career Opportunities (In-Person Event)
Optimizing your professional brand and resume will be considerably more important in 2023.

Globalization means jobs are no longer contained within a location, so as the pool of talent expands beyond the doors of our shores, the employment landscape remains highly competitive. Knowing the ordinary job search mistakes betters the possibility of being shortlisted & interviewed.

GEMS25 : Mastering Job Interviews - Insights, Trends and Stategies for Successes (In-Person Event) 
In today’s competitive job market, staying informed about the industry’s evolving landscape and understanding what employers are looking for has become more critical than ever. Hear from an experienced speaker from an international recruitment agency with up-to-date insights, essential strategies, and tools you need to succeed in your job search. 

Bring your lunch box* to ISCA House and hear about:

• Current Market Trends
  • Overview of the finance and accounting sector in 2023
  • Key industry trends and their impacts on job opportunities
• Talent and salary trends in the finance and accounting sector
  • Factors influencing compensation packages
• Mastering the interview process with expert advice
  • Answering challenging questions
  • Avoiding fatal mistakes