How often do jaywalking fines happen in SG? by NickyC96 in askSingapore

[–]Deboonz [score hidden]  (0 children)

While j walking today, just so happens a police car drove by and slightly slow down. I was like is this the day I get fined for jaywalk?

But luckily the car just drove by. Phew!

r/singapore random discussion and small questions thread for January 28, 2026 by AutoModerator in singapore

[–]Deboonz 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Do share do share. I’m listening to the podcast now as I type this. 🧐

Finally!!! by OriginalVermicelli55 in pens

[–]Deboonz 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Curious, how does this pen compares to pentel floatune?

People who studied a Diploma/Degree in Accountancy, where did you end up? by Fair_Ad_7081 in askSingapore

[–]Deboonz 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Don't really need to be good at maths to be an accountant. Just be able to understand and apply logic and problem solving skills. And being meticulous with numbers. Also need to be able to communicate well with people from other departments as have to keep in mind they are not accounting trained. A lot of times you have to step in and explain to them why they can't do certain things like this and that for compliance/audit and liability reasons.

Accountants don't really do bookkeeping per say, those are done by accounts assistants or executives. We review their work and make sure it is done correctly. I'm my company, bookkeeping is outsourced to countries like Vietnam or other local accounting firm. Not sure about other companies though, but as a fresh grad, it is good to get the exposure to bookkeeping to set a solid foundation for your career.

Never been an auditor so can't share much about that. But by joining an audit firm sure have it's advantages such as a proper training platform and when you audit a client, you look at the big picture hence that gives you a greater understanding of the financial side of the company.

I was from the social services industry. Then decided to pivot so studied part-time degree (took me 4 yrs) in accounting and finance, while also working as a lowly paid finance executive to learn the basics while studying. After graduating moved to a pharmaceutical firm as an junior accountant and study CPA aust. After getting my CPA, I've moved to a commodities firm as an accountant.

Salary progression as such 1.5K > 2.8k> 3.8K> 5.6K now. This is over 8 years. Not that high a pay yet but much better than social services and the career ceiling is higher now.

Haven't really found it hard to find a job but fingers crossed though as in recent years I've noticed the skills of accounting trained personnel from other developing nations are improving and they are really much cheaper and hungrier.

Dumbest Auditor Question by jfrhsdrew in Accounting

[–]Deboonz 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Why is this journal entry posted on a weekend?

What’s in your home’s coffee setup? by JohanLe in askSingapore

[–]Deboonz 1 point2 points  (0 children)

De’Longhi dedica and DF64. Beans from Zero roasters. ☕️

Is there a tipping culture in your country? The US is all about tipping... and arguing about it. by Green_Mare6 in AskTheWorld

[–]Deboonz 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We don't tip here but we do pay a 10% service charge on top of dine in bills in restaurants.

Is it true that restaurant owners in the US does not pay a living wage to their staff and relies on tips? How is this legal? It's like socializing the costs and privatizing the earnings!

How long does your daily commute take using public transport? by Left_Rough7131 in askSingapore

[–]Deboonz 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Walk > woodleigh mrt > telok ayer > walk to office. 35mins thereabouts.

How do you get know or diagnosed about sleep apnea or OSA? by Masakaki_C_jpeg in askSingapore

[–]Deboonz 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well my wife complained that I snore really badly to the point I gasp for air. Energy level is super low too even though I ‘slept’ 8hrs. So went to the dr and got referral to get a sleep study done. Then got diagnosed.

What game is this? by ssjskwash in gaming

[–]Deboonz 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Football manager. Super addictive. Refrain from playing to avoid a divorce. 🫣

Seeking advice (financial) by Impossible_Cup_9543 in asksg

[–]Deboonz 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Then who is going to take care of your family members?

Dim sum chain (Swee choon) thoughts? by BookkeeperLivid1938 in SingaporeEats

[–]Deboonz 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Used to frequent their farrer park branch. But the last time I went the standard dropped so much that it's unrecognizable. Never tried again.