Change of Corporate Secretary 101
Chan Wei Xiang
Chartered Accountant (Singapore)
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- ✓ Comprehensive incorporation strategies
- ✓ Director and secretary requirements
- ✓ Step-by-step process and timeline
- ✓ Pricing and compliance checklist
Why do you need a Corporate Secretary?
Appointing a corporate secretary is not optional — it is a legal requirement under the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA). Under the Companies Act:
- Every company must appoint a corporate secretary within 6 months of incorporation.
- The position cannot be left vacant for more than 6 months.
- The sole director of a company cannot also be the company secretary.
What does a Corporate Secretary do?
A company secretary is responsible for the administration of the company. They are also required to ensure that all directors and shareholders are informed of their statutory obligations, such as the filing of annual returns. Below are some examples of their responsibilities:
- Maintain and update the company's registers and minutes books.
- Administer, attend and prepare minutes of meetings of directors and shareholders.
- Keep company directors aware of the deadlines for annual returns and any other filings required by ACRA.
- Update directors and shareholders on relevant changes in corporate regulations.
Why choose FinanceLah as your Corporate Secretary?
FinanceLah offers comprehensive corporate secretary services with the following advantages:
- ✓ Price Transparency and Peace of Mind - No hidden costs. You know exactly what you're paying for.
- ✓ Easy to Contact - We are 1 WhatsApp away, making communication seamless and convenient.
- ✓ Trusted by SMEs - We are the corporate secretary of choice for many SMEs in Singapore with 5-star Google reviews.
Corporate Secretary Pricing
Our pricing is transparent and competitive:
Change of Corporate Secretary - Process & Timeline
Our streamlined process ensures a smooth transition:
Information Required
To process your corporate secretary change, please provide:
- Identity card (IC) / Email / Contact No. of key shareholders and directors
- Email / Contact No. of previous corporate secretary
- Latest business profile
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Chan Wei Xiang
Chartered Accountant (Singapore) | Accredited Tax Practitioner | 15 years in finance
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