Accounting Apps Podcast

From Compliance to Sky-High Advisory ☁️ – Insights from the AB Show 2025


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Live from the Accounting & Business Show Asia 2025 in Singapore, Heather chats with innovators about AI, e-invoicing, TikTok trends, cross-border payments and the evolving role of accountants in Asia

Summary

Heather Smith reports from the Accounting & Business Show Asia 2025 in Singapore, sharing floor interviews and key highlights. With strong Australian representation, she reflects on rapid regional digital transformation, cultural insights, and inspiring thought leadership.

Main Topics:

  • Singapore's digital drive: e-invoicing mandates and cheque phase-out
  • Government-backed AI innovation via AI Singapore
  • Roundtable on burnout, boundaries, and micro business sustainability
  • TikTok insights and media habits reshaping communication
  • Panel on women on boards and leadership pathways
  • Interviews Include:

    • Alvin Chia (OFX) – Cross-border payments with human-first support
    • Marvin Galang (Jaz AI) – AI-native accounting software for Southeast Asia
    • Bryan Sng (Simple AI) – AI agents automating accounting ops
    • Kelvin Koh (Identi.ly) – Face-key file security tech for sensitive documents
    • Andrew Paton-Smith (Jazoodle) – 60-second forecasts & valuation KPIs
    • Key Takeaways:

      • The future of advisory is now
      • AI is more than a buzzword in Singapore – it's a government initiative
      • Accountants must embrace tech and set strong boundaries
      • Social platforms like TikTok can't be ignored
      • Representation, integrity, and courage are crucial for boardroom progress
      • LinkedIn Posts from Singapore

        https://www.linkedin.com/posts/heathersmithau_abshowasia-accountingandaccountants-activity-7386538062283075584-1Vh2/

        https://www.linkedin.com/posts/heathersmithau_acca-accountingandaccountants-abshowasia-activity-7386619905544056832-6Gdu/

         

        https://www.linkedin.com/posts/heathersmithau_accountingandaccountants-abshowasia-activity-7386917433271439360-VY4Y/

         

        https://www.linkedin.com/posts/heathersmithau_accountingandaccountants-abshowasia-activity-7386982271796490241-WgIh/ 

         

        Contact details:

        Sponsor Offers:  Here

        Xero http://xero.com/

        Koren Wines https://www.linkedin.com/in/koren-wines/ 

        Sarah Foo https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-foo-fca/

        Alvin Chia https://www.linkedin.com/in/alvin-chia-a15a6b65/ 

        OFX https://www.ofx.com/ 

        Marvin Galang https://www.linkedin.com/in/galangmr/ 

        JAZ https://www.jaz.ai/  

        Bryan Sng https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryansng/ 

        SimpleAi https://simpleaiworks.com/ 

        Kelvin Koh https://www.linkedin.com/in/nivlekoh/ 

        Identi.ly https://identi.ly/ 

        Andrew Paton-Smith https://www.linkedin.com/in/apatonsmith/ 

        Jazoodle https://jazoodle.com/ 

        Accounting Apps newsletter: http://accountingapps.io/ 

        Accounting Apps Mastermind: https://www.facebook.com/groups/XeroMasterMind 

        LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/HeatherSmithAU/ 

        YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/ANISEConsulting 

        X: https://twitter.com/HeatherSmithAU

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