Press & Awards

Harvest Accounting recently celebrated becoming a Xero Gold Partner, and their drive to utilise cloud technology has placed them as front runners in the accounting industry in Singapore. We speak with founders Matthew Phua and Bryan Zhao on pioneering innovation and excellence in the accounting space using cloud technology.

Having co-founded technologically forward-looking firm Harvest Accounting when he was just 28 years of age, Bryan Zhao epitomises the business-savvy accountant of tomorrow. Yet, his life might have been very different had it not been for the financial assistance and scholarships he received as a student. “I come from a humble background, and my parents never had the chance to pursue higher education. Growing up, I relied on scholarships, without which I wouldn’t have been able to pursue quality education all the way, follow my dreams, and be where I am today,” says Bryan...

There is an indisputable opportunity for accountants arising...not only are more and more SMEs actively seeking out advisory services, but by capitalising on this demand, accountants can tap into a valuable stream of business that can help them to grow their firms...

Xero, the global small business with Forrester Consulting’s survey showed that many small and medium enterprises (SMEs) have tapped the Government's COVID-19 support utilised the support to digitalise. In Mind Your Business, Howie Lim spoke to Matthew Phua and Bryan Zhao, founders of Harvest Accounting about the benefits of digitalising for SMEs.

"Upon starting Harvest Accounting, I knew I wanted to play a collaborative role with business owners through accounting, and share my knowledge and skills to help them get acquainted with their businesses’ financial health. I was also determined to break the stereotype of accountants being buried amongst thick files and paperwork, and instead be at the forefront as business growth partners..."