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ProLead and its dedicated portals publish practical guides for their readers. This page lists all 52 of them: 11 from ProLead on company law, accounting, audit and tax, 13 from Start Business in India, 12 from Offshore Accounting Hub and 16 from NeX. Filter all of them by topic, or pick a site to use that site's own topics. Each guide opens in a new tab.
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A comprehensive guide to audit regulations in India In today’s business environment, audits are more than just a compliance requirement—they’re essential for building trust with investors, ensuring… Read the guide ↗ Annual compliance calendar for an Indian subsidiary The recurring and first-year filings of a foreign-owned Indian company in one table: rule-based deadlines stated, unconfirmed dates flagged for your CA. Read on startbusinessinindia.com ↗ Busy-season capacity planning for CPA firms Measure hours by work type, move preparation work earlier and add offshore support before the peak. Read on offshoreaccountinghub.com ↗ Tally vs Zoho Books: which suits a growing business? Tally vs Zoho Books for Indian businesses: access, users and approvals, GST, inventory, integrations, live reports for founders, cost and when to move. Read on proleadnex.com ↗ Starting a business in India with ProLead Starting a business in India in 2025 has become much easier thanks to automation, digitization, and expert service providers. However, the process still… Read the guide ↗ Can a foreign company own 100% of an Indian company? Yes in most sectors: FDI up to 100% is allowed under the automatic route. See which sectors are prohibited, which need approval, and the land-border rule. Read on startbusinessinindia.com ↗ Cleaning up QuickBooks Online before you outsource A clean-up checklist: uncategorised items, unreconciled accounts, duplicates, opening balances and old open items. Read on offshoreaccountinghub.com ↗ Delegation of authority matrix: what it is and how to build one What a delegation of authority matrix is, what it should cover, how to set approval limits and how to build it into your ERP approval rules. Read on proleadnex.com ↗ Related party transactions under the Income Tax Act, 1961 Related party transactions under the Income Tax Act must be priced at an Arm’s Length Price (ALP). These provisions are introduced to prevent tax erosion through… Read the guide ↗ Cost to set up a subsidiary in India The cost components of an Indian subsidiary: government fees, state stamp duty, professional fees and running costs, and how to get a firm quote. Read on startbusinessinindia.com ↗ Client confidentiality when you outsource accounting work The checks to make under professional, tax and data protection rules before you outsource. Read on offshoreaccountinghub.com ↗ ERP readiness checklist: are you ready to implement an ERP? An ERP readiness checklist: 12 questions on processes, data, owners and controls to answer before you implement Zoho ERP or any other system. Read on proleadnex.com ↗ Understanding resolutions: a guide for Indian companies As shareholders, directors, and key stakeholders gather for company meetings, the formalization of decisions through resolutions takes center stage.… Read the guide ↗ Directors, shareholders and capital for an Indian private limited company An Indian private limited company needs two members, two directors, one resident for 182 days, and a DIN. There is no minimum paid-up capital. Read on startbusinessinindia.com ↗ Flux analysis explained Compare balances between periods, flag movements above a threshold and explain them before reports go out. Read on offshoreaccountinghub.com ↗ How long does a Zoho implementation take? Zoho implementation timeline by scope: about a week per app for Books and single apps, around 12 weeks for a first Zoho One or ERP phase, and what slows it. Read on proleadnex.com ↗ Appointment and change of company directors As a business professional, it's essential to have a solid understanding of the legal requirements surrounding the appointment and changes in a company's… Read the guide ↗ Documents required to set up an Indian subsidiary Checklist of documents to set up an Indian subsidiary: parent company papers, director documents, registered office proof, and how apostille applies. Read on startbusinessinindia.com ↗ How to outsource bookkeeping as a CPA firm Step by step: choosing files, client consent, system access, SOPs, test batches and quality checks. Read on offshoreaccountinghub.com ↗ How to choose an ERP implementation partner How to choose an ERP implementation partner: questions to ask, red flags, process skills vs configuration skills, and how to compare Zoho partners. Read on proleadnex.com ↗ Company incorporation and compliance in India: a step-by-step guide Starting a business in India is an exciting venture, but it's essential to understand the vital connection between company incorporation and following the… Read the guide ↗ FEMA filings for a foreign-owned Indian subsidiary FEMA filings for a foreign-owned Indian subsidiary: allot shares within 60 days, file FC-GPR within 30 days of allotment, and the FLA return by 15 July. Read on startbusinessinindia.com ↗ Management accounts for Singapore companies What monthly management accounts should include, how they relate to SFRS statements and how to keep them on time. Read on offshoreaccountinghub.com ↗ How to migrate from Tally to Zoho Books Tally to Zoho Books migration step by step: the cut-off, mapping ledgers, stock items and godowns, loading bill-wise outstandings and reconciling to Tally. Read on proleadnex.com ↗ Acceptance of deposits by companies: an overview In the complex world of corporate finance, one of the critical areas companies must navigate is the acceptance of deposits. These processes are governed… Read the guide ↗ GST registration for a foreign-owned Indian company When your Indian subsidiary must register for GST, who registers regardless of turnover, and the export and reverse-charge questions to settle first. Read on startbusinessinindia.com ↗ Month-end close checklist (US GAAP) A day-by-day close checklist for smaller businesses under US GAAP, from reconciliations to reporting. Read on offshoreaccountinghub.com ↗ How to migrate to Zoho Books without losing control of your numbers How to migrate to Zoho Books from Tally, spreadsheets, QuickBooks or Xero: cut-off, data cleaning, mapping, opening balances and reconciliation. Read on proleadnex.com ↗ A complete guide to partnership firm registration in India A partnership firm is a business entity established under the Indian Partnership Act, 1932. It is formed when two or more individuals come together to… Read the guide ↗ Hiring in India and the new labour codes What a foreign employer should know about the four Labour Codes in force since November 2025, and how to choose between an employer of record and a subsidiary. Read on startbusinessinindia.com ↗ Outsourcing for Singapore accounting practices Outsourcing bookkeeping and management accounts: what to send, working hours, data protection and SGD pricing. Read on offshoreaccountinghub.com ↗ How to write an SOP people will actually follow How to write an SOP: structure, owners, controls, screenshots and version control, in a format your team will actually follow, with a step-by-step method. Read on proleadnex.com ↗ Accounting for share-based payments: IFRS 2, Ind AS 102 and Indian GAAP Employees or other stakeholders may receive shares or the right to acquire shares in a company as part of or in lieu of cash payments as part of share-based… Read the guide ↗ How long does it take to set up a subsidiary in India? Rule-based deadlines for an Indian subsidiary, typical durations for each stage, ProLead's fast-track experience, and what most often causes delay. Read on startbusinessinindia.com ↗ PBC request list for audits and reviews What to include in a client-prepared request list for an audit or review, and how to track it. Read on offshoreaccountinghub.com ↗ Month-end close checklist for growing businesses A month-end close checklist for Indian businesses: day-by-day tasks, owners, reconciliations, GST and TDS timing, forex restatement and review. Read on proleadnex.com ↗ Annual general meetings: procedure and purpose in corporate governance Annual General Meetings (AGMs) are not just a legal formality but a crucial mechanism that bridges corporate procedures with the fundamental principles of… Read the guide ↗ How to open a bank account and remit capital to your Indian subsidiary How a foreign parent opens the Indian company's bank account, remits share capital through an AD bank, and which FEMA filings the subsidiary makes afterwards. Read on startbusinessinindia.com ↗ What is a lead schedule? How a lead schedule summarises one financial statement area and ties it to the trial balance and workpapers. Read on offshoreaccountinghub.com ↗ RACI matrix explained, with an example RACI matrix explained: what Responsible, Accountable, Consulted and Informed mean, the rules that keep it useful, and a worked finance process example. Read on proleadnex.com ↗ Changing a company’s registered office in India: a simple guide Have you ever wondered what it takes to change a Company's registered office in India? Whether you're moving the Company to a new location in the same city… Read the guide ↗ How to set up a subsidiary in India from Singapore How a Singapore company sets up a wholly owned Indian private limited subsidiary, step by step, from the FDI check and documents to capital and RBI filings. Read on startbusinessinindia.com ↗ What offshore accounting costs a CPA firm Pricing per file, per hour or per FTE, what drives the price, and how it compares with a local hire. Read on offshoreaccountinghub.com ↗ Three-way match: how it works and how to set it up Three-way match explained: matching PO, goods receipt and bill before payment, tolerances, exceptions and how to set it up in Zoho Books, Spend or ERP. Read on proleadnex.com ↗ Registered office requirements for a foreign-owned company in India Your Indian subsidiary needs a registered office from the day it is incorporated. See what the Registrar checks, your options, and what varies by state. Read on startbusinessinindia.com ↗ What to test in a 90-day outsourcing pilot A scorecard for quality, turnaround, responsiveness, security and cost per file, with targets agreed upfront. Read on offshoreaccountinghub.com ↗ What is Zoho ERP? A plain-English guide for Indian businesses What is Zoho ERP? A plain-English guide for Indian businesses: modules, how it differs from Zoho Books and Zoho One, pricing basics and who it suits. Read on proleadnex.com ↗ Transfer pricing basics for an Indian subsidiary What transfer pricing means for an Indian subsidiary of a foreign group: which transactions count, what Form 48 is, and how to prepare under the 2025 Act. Read on startbusinessinindia.com ↗ Why growing businesses stall: silos, handoffs and founder bottlenecks Why businesses stop growing: six signs of outgrown operations, from data silos and founder bottlenecks to tech bought before process, and how to fix each. Read on proleadnex.com ↗ Zoho ERP vs Zoho Books: which one does your business need? Zoho ERP vs Zoho Books compared: inventory and production depth, approvals, users, cost and the upgrade path, and how to tell which your business needs. Read on proleadnex.com ↗ Zoho implementation cost in India: what drives it and how to compare quotes Zoho implementation cost in India: what drives partner fees and licences, typical ranges by scope, and how to compare quotes like for like. Read on proleadnex.com ↗ Zoho One vs individual Zoho apps: how to compare the cost Zoho One vs individual apps: how to compare the cost for your user count and app mix, when Zoho One pays off, and what to check before you buy. Read on proleadnex.com ↗
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