Starting 2026 Right: A Smarter Way for Small Businesses to Manage Accounting, Payroll, and Their Online Presence

As we enter 2026, many small business owners are taking a closer look at how they manage their finances — and how their businesses appear online.

For years, small businesses have relied on:

• Excel spreadsheets
• Manual bookkeeping
• Informal payroll processes
• Social media pages instead of proper business websites

While these approaches may work in the early stages, over time they often lead to confusion, wasted effort, and limited visibility into the true financial position of the business.

At Aarabookkeeping, our focus for 2026 is simple:

to help small businesses stay financially organised and professionally visible — without unnecessary complexity.

The Common Challenges Small Businesses Face

From our experience working closely with small businesses, the same challenges appear again and again:

• No clear view of profit or loss
• Disorganised income and expense records
• Payroll errors or late salary processing
• Stress during audits or tax periods
• No professional website or official online presence
• Managing multiple vendors for accounting, payroll, and digital needs

These challenges take time and energy away from what matters most:
running and growing the business.

Our Approach: Simple, Structured, and Supportive

Aarabookkeeping offers a subscription-based solution that brings together:

• Bookkeeping
• Payroll
• Financial reporting
• Ongoing support

For businesses that need more than accounting alone, we also provide optional website and online presence support, creating a single, easier-to-manage solution.

Rather than selling software on its own, we focus on clear outcomes:

• Organised financial records
• Accurate and timely payroll
• Clear monthly reports
• A professional business presence online

Our Service Packages for Small Businesses

To support businesses at different stages, we offer three clear and structured service packages.

Package 1: Starter

For very small businesses

Ideal for business owners who want to manage their own records but need a proper system to start correctly.

Includes:

• Bookkeeping software access
• Income and expense tracking
• Basic financial reports
• Email support

Price:
RM45.99 per month

Package 2: Business Standard

For businesses that need proper setup and guidance

Designed to ensure your accounting and payroll systems are configured correctly from day one.

Includes:

• Software access
• Full bookkeeping system setup
• Chart of accounts setup
• Payroll setup
• Monthly financial reports
• Email and WhatsApp support

Price:
RM79.99 per month

Package 3: Business Premium (Most Popular)

For businesses that want everything handled for them

A done-for-you service that removes accounting stress completely.

Includes:

• Everything in Business Standard
• Monthly bookkeeping managed by our team
• Payroll processing
• Monthly Profit & Loss report
• Year-end financial summary
• Priority support

Price:
RM500 per month

Important Note on Service Start Date

All subscription packages cover services from the subscription start date onward.

Any bookkeeping, payroll, or financial records for periods before the subscription start date are considered historical or backdated work and are not included in the monthly subscription.Backdated work can be handled separately upon request and will be quoted based on the scope and volume of work required.

Optional Digital & Website Support

In addition to our core bookkeeping and payroll services, we also offer optional digital support, including simple business websites and online presence setup for selected clients.

These services are:

• Offered separately
• Based on individual business needs
• Not required to use our accounting platform

Website Hosting and Domain Options

All websites are securely hosted and managed by Aarabookkeeping.

Clients may choose between:

• A free subdomain (for example: yourbusiness.aara.cloud), or
• Their own custom domain (for example: www.yourbusiness.com)

Clients retain full ownership of their domain name, while we manage hosting, security, and technical maintenance.

Frequently Asked Questions

(Explore more FAQs at https://aara.cloud/faq)

Can I use my own domain name?
Yes. You may use your own custom domain, and we assist with setup and SSL security.

Is website hosting included?
Yes. Hosting and basic maintenance are included for packages that include a website.

Are there any hidden fees?
No. All pricing is transparent, and any setup fees or add-ons are explained in advance.

Do I need to sign a long-term contract?
No. All services are provided on a monthly subscription basis.

Can I upgrade or downgrade my package?
Yes. Packages can be adjusted as your business needs change.

Do I need technical knowledge?
No. We handle setup, hosting, and maintenance so you can focus on your business.

Looking Ahead in 2026

Small businesses rarely struggle due to a lack of effort.
They struggle due to a lack of clarity and reliable support.

In 2026, having:

• Proper bookkeeping
• Accurate payroll
• Clear financial reports
• A professional online presence

is no longer optional — it is essential.

Aarabookkeeping is committed to helping small businesses start the year with confidence, simplicity, and a strong financial foundation.

Get Started

If you would like to:

• See a live demo
• Discuss the most suitable package for your business
• Understand how we can support you in 2026

We invite you to contact us for a free consultation.

Start 2026 with clarity.
Let Aarabookkeeping handle the numbers — so you can focus on growing your business.

Why Small Businesses Choose Us

• Clear and easy-to-understand monthly reports
• Simple payroll processing for staff and contractors
• Income and expense tracking in one system
• Affordable monthly subscription plans
• Reliable local support you can trust