Simplify Compliance With Singapore Corporate Secretary Service
What Our Services Cover
From tax filings, mail handling, to annual meeting preparations, we handle it all. Rest assured that your company's compliance is in capable hands.
- Statutory registers updateOur dedicated team maintains and regularly updates your company's statutory registers, guaranteeing that your company stays in good standing with the relevant authorities.
- Corporate meeting managementOur comprehensive services encompass all aspects related to your corporate meetings. Count on us to prepare and conduct your annual meetings smoothly.
- Annual filing requirementsWe take responsibility for your complete statutory filing requirements, including annual reports and bookkeeping. BBCIncorp makes sure you meet all deadlines without any hassle.
Why Choose Our Service?
We pride ourselves on being your trusted partner for Singapore Corporate Secretary Services, offering a unique set of advantages that helps you stay compliant and organized. All while being stress-free.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Singapore corporate secretary?
A Singapore corporate secretary holds a pivotal role as a company officer, responsible for ensuring the company's compliance with statutory and regulatory obligations set forth by the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority and other relevant government bodies in Singapore.
This role encompasses various responsibilities, all aimed at fostering corporate governance and adherence to the Companies Act.
What are the corporate secretary's specific duties and functions?
- Filing and notifying the ACRA of annual accounts, and any particulars or status changes of the company/ directors
- Maintaining and updating documents such as statutory registers of the company, minutes books of meetings, etc.
- Arranging the company meetings; and
- Handling other important administrative matters
When must a Singapore company appoint a corporate secretary?
According to ACRA, every Singapore company must appoint at least one secretary within the first six months after incorporation. Section 171 (4) of the Companies Act also prescribed that the office of secretary shall not be left vacant for more than 6 months at any time.
Who can hold the position of a company secretary?
The provision for a company secretary is mainly regulated by Section 171 of the Singapore Companies Act.
Overall, a company must appoint at least one secretary meeting the following criteria:- Being a natural person
- Having a principal place of residence in Singapore
- Having necessary expertise and qualifications to act as a corporate secretary
- Not being disqualified under Section 155B of the Companies Act by the Registrar
- Not being the sole director in case of a company having only one director
Why is outsourcing corporate secretary services more beneficial?
The shift from hiring a Singapore corporate secretary to using corporate secretary services has gained significant attention over the years. This is due to several notable reasons:
Cost efficiencyCorporate secretary services cost much less for the same in-house role. Thus, by outsourcing these duties, you can reduce unnecessary training, recruitment, hiring costs, and other expenses associated with the secretary.
ExpertiseQualified corporate secretaries develop a certain level of expertise. These experts are committed to getting your obligations fulfilled accurately and swiftly. For your company, this means achieving goals faster and avoiding mistakes that could hurt the business bottom line.
Less regulatory burdenOutsourcing the corporate secretary role relieves you from the stress of registration and compliance matters. This saves you a great deal of time and resources to focus on growing your business.
BBCIncorp's services help you fulfill the mandatory laws while saving costs on headcount and training.
Get in touch with us if you’re interested or need any help.
Is there any difference between a Company Secretary and a Corporate Secretary?
In Singapore, the terms "Company Secretary" and "Corporate Secretary" are often used interchangeably and refer to the same role within a company.
Both are used to describe the individual or entity responsible for managing and ensuring a company's compliance with legal and regulatory requirements such as holding AGMs, filing reports, and so forth.
Can you transfer from one service provider to BBCIncorp for corporate secretary services?
Yes, you have the option to switch your Singapore corporate secretary service provider to BBCIncorp.
Here's how you can do it:- Begin by contacting our dedicated support team for assistance
- Once you've completed the service order with us, inform your current service provider of your intention to terminate the existing agreement
- Transfer the necessary company records to BBCIncorp
We will then appoint a new corporate secretary for your business within 60 days.
What is included in a Singapore corporate secretary services?
- Annual general meeting and minutes
- Preparation and submission of annual returns
- Statutory register maintenance and update
- Change of company details and company officers
The specific services may vary depending on the company's needs and the terms of the engagement.
Many businesses in Singapore choose to outsource corporate secretary services to ensure they meet their compliance obligations and maintain good corporate governance.