Dear Practitioners, join us for a complimentary breakfast talk on US Tarriffs: Implications and Business Response.

Date: 9 May 2025
Time: 7.30am to 9.15am
Venue: ISCA House

The ripple effects of recent US tariff measures are already being felt, exposing vulnerabilities and reshaping supply chain strategies across industries.

Find out what this means for your company from Mr V Jesudevan, expert on global trade policy and regulatory strategy, as he shares his insights on:

✅ Practical strategies to build operational resilience
✅ How to protect delivery timelines and client expectations
✅ Hidden risks to your supply chain
✅ Legal and contractual pitfalls

Walk away with actionable, business-ready strategies to strengthen your firm's resilience in an increasingly volatile environment.

Breakfast will be provided! 😉
👉 Register here now

Dear Practitioners,

We want to hear from your clients how the recent US tariffs are impacting their businesses and what are the burning questions to policy makers/industry experts with regards to the US Tariffs!

This ensures that the concerns and needs of the business community are heard and addressed.

Please share this survey with your clients, they will stand a chance to win $500 shopping vouchers by participating in the joint survey by ASME and ISCA! It takes only 5 minutes, so let your voice heard!

PS: Practitioners may take the survey too!

https://tinyurl.com/USTariffsSurvey

Take the survey now! We want more voices! 📢

💥 From all of us at ISCA, Happy Labour Day! Have a well-deserved break and take some time for self-care or spend it with your family and friends. 🎉

Dear Practitioners,

Think tariffs and transfer pricing are just for the tax team? Think again! Today’s global tariffs trends are reshaping how accounting and finance professionals approach their responsibilities like strategic planning, tariff responses and corporate finance operations.

Not sure how to handle these? Join these sessions to stay informed on global transfer pricing trends and tariffs to mitigate risk, defend pricing strategies, and support informed financial decision-making. Whether you're involved in costing, budgeting, financial planning, or cross-border operations, you will walk away with actionable insights that apply directly to your day-to-day work — from improving pricing structures to advising on cost control and strategic business responses.

Use promo code: 10TARIFF for a 10% discount on any of these courses! Don’t forget to share the code with your friends or colleagues — sign up together and learn as a team.

🔗 isca.org.sg/iscatariffcourses
*Promo code valid till 12 May 2025, 2359

Often wondered, “What’s next for me?” in this fast-paced profession?

This edition of Practitioners Connect dives deep into the real stories of succession, and merger & acquisition (M&A) in accounting firms. Expect raw, relatable insights from those who’ve actually done it—buying, selling, merging, or passing the baton to the next generation.

We’ve lined up three mystery speakers… but we’re keeping them under wraps for now. 👀
(Trust us, you will want to be in the room.)

Just want to be here for the drinks? Sign up anyway. 🥂 There will be ample time for networking and drinks – we know that’s where the conversations really happen.

🗓 3 July 2025, Thursday
📍 ISCA House
⏰ 5pm – 7pm
🔗 Save your spot now

🌱 Sustainability isn’t just for the big guys. As a small firm, it’s easy to assume ESG isn’t for you; that it’s only relevant if you have listed clients or have a large team of in-house specialists.

But the Sustainability Apex Programme (SAP), co-organised by ISCA and The Law Society of Singapore, challenges that mindset.

Here are 5 misconceptions about ESG Services and how the SAP workshop addresses them:

1️⃣“ESG is only for large companies.”
Clients and supply chains are now asking all of us about sustainability. SAP shows how smaller professional services firms can also build services that scale with a small team, to build on our competitive advantage operating in the ASEAN space.

2️⃣ “Sustainability = just the environment.”
It’s much more than carbon footprints. Social impact, governance, ethics; these are areas professional services already advise on, just with a new lens.

3️⃣ “We need massive technical expertise to offer ESG services.”
Turns out, accountants and lawyers are in a prime position to guide clients on strategy, reporting, and governance. No engineering degree needed.

4️⃣ “There’s no business case.”
The SAP workshop helps us build and pitch real ESG service offerings. Clients are willing to pay for credible advice - you just need the right model.

5️⃣ “It’s a one-off exercise.”
Sustainability isn’t a checkbox. It’s an ongoing journey - and firms that embrace it early will lead, not follow.

💬 If you’re a small practice wondering whether sustainability is worth your time - trust us, it is.

Sign up for our workshop here

Dear Practitioners,

From all of us at ISCA, Happy Vesak Day to all who celebrate! May this special day bring peace, positivity and enlightenment to everyone.🥰🕊️

Dear Practitioners,

“Auditor’s Report” has emerged as one of the recurring themes in ACRA’s inspection findings on audit quality from 2022 to 2024. 🧾⚠️

What are the pertinent issues in Auditors’ Report? What should you as auditors consider under different scenarios?

Come and join us for “Understanding the Impact of Various SSAs on the Auditor’s Report” — a practical session that covers everything you need to know from different types of audit opinions to EOM, basis of modified opinions , and more.

💡 Get your auditor’s report right today! Sign up here.

Dear Practitioners, were you part of our networking event with the Singapore Chinese Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SCCCI) in April? If so, you’d have experienced firsthand the powerful networking and collaboration opportunities that emerge when businesses and accountants come together.

As a SCCCI Corporate Member, you will enjoy:
✔️ Priority access & member rates for 200+ business events annually
✔️ Networking with overseas delegations & global forums
✔️ Free advisory services via SME Centre@SCCCI
✔️ Invitations to cultural, festive & social events
✔️ Weekly updates on business opportunities, and so much more!

🎉 Special only for ISCA Members (including ISCA Corporate Members): We have secured an extended promotional offer just for you—pay only $248.80 and enjoy full membership benefits until 31 December 2026. Offer valid until 30 June 2025.

👉 Please quote “ISCA” beside your name/firm name to receive the ISCA-exclusive deal. Don’t miss out—sign up here!

Dear Practitioners, while some of you are attending the SAP Workshop now, we're excited to announce the return of our SAP masterclass series! 🥳 This session will focus on ESG Integrity and Misconduct, a critical topic for your firm looking to stay ahead of the curve in today's evolving regulatory environment.

What you'll learn ☘️⚖️:
· The various types of ESG integrity risks impacting organisations
· Ethical considerations for sustainability initiatives and the greenwashing regulatory landscape
· How to navigate the increasing ESG fraud risks and how you can support your clients to manage the risks

Whether you are just starting your ESG journey or looking to enhance your current strategies, this session will provide valuable insights and practical strategies for your business and guide you to navigate ESG risk conversations with your clients confidently.

📅 Date: 29 May 2025 (Thursday)
⏰ Time: 10.00am to 12.00pm
📍 Online masterclass – Join our zoom session with live Q&A!

🔗 Don’t miss out and sign up here today!

💥 Explore our series of SAP masterclasses here.

Let’s shape a sustainable world together! 🌍