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“Getting your tax advice from a friend on the weekend is not
a good plan and neither is relying on social media for guidance.”
AUSTRALIAN TAXATION OFFICE ASSISTANT COMMISSIONER ANGELA ALLEN, ENCOURAGING SMALL
BUSINESSES TO GAIN SUPPORT FROM A REGISTERED TAX PRACTITIONER AHEAD OF TAX TIME.
Source: Australian Taxation Office
IN-DEMAND SKILLS FOR 2026
What are this year’s most in-demand finance team skills? Results
of Deloitte’s Finance Trends 2026 report reveal they are a blend
of technical, business and human.
28%
AI and automation skills
27%
Data analysis and technology integration
PURPOSE OVER
PAYCHECK IN
SINGAPORE
22%
Strategic decision-making
What is the key to happiness at work?
In Singapore, salary remains an
important driver, with the
Workplace Happiness Index: Singapore
report from Jobstreet by SEEK
showing 64 per cent of workers say
higher pay would increase their
happiness. However, the results
also show that money is only part
of the equation.
Purpose at work has emerged
as the strongest driver of sustained
happiness among workers in
Singapore, followed by career
progression opportunities and
day-to-day role satisfaction.
Company culture is ranked fourth,
with 35 per cent of respondents
noting they would be open to
working at a less prestigious
company for a better work culture.
Leadership and adaptability
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21%
21%
21%
21%
20%
20%
Advanced scenario modelling
Cost management expertise
Regulatory and compliance knowledge
Business planning and forecasting
Stakeholder communication and management
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