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Company Secretary Services
in Malaysia

In secretarial field, we give business model seminars and training as part of our secretarial service to pique the public’s interest in learning more about how to choose the best business model for their company’s first steps. All essential services, including compliance advising, will be provided by our highly qualified company secretary staff.

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The above services to comply with Malaysian legislation include government agencies as well as the Registrar. To provide service to our clients in accordance with the highest industry standards and requirements. We give periodic training both inside and outside the office to maintain our expertise and compliance with CPE  requirements.

KNOWING YOUR

COMPANY SECRETARY

Company Secretary is to assist your Company, acting as the official liaison party for your company to communicate and to prepare submission of Statutory Returns with the Companies Commission of Malaysia in compliance with Statutory Requirements under Malaysia Companies Act, 2016.

WHO CAN BE A COMPANY SECRETARY?

A company shall have at least one Company Secretary, according to Section 235 Companies Act2016, the requirements to become a Company Secretary in Malaysia are:

  • A natural person
  • 18 years of age and above
  • A Malaysian citizen or Permanent resident in Malaysia (who reside in Malaysia by having a principal place of residence)
  • A member of any one of the professional bodies nominated by the Ministry of Domestic Trade, Cooperative and Consumerism
  • Is not convicted of any crime of declared as bankruptcy

HOW CAN A COMPANY SECRETARY BE APPOINTED?

In accordance with Section 236 of Companies Act 2016; –

  • The Board shall appoint a secretary and determine the terms and conditions of such appointment.
  • The appointment of first Company Secretary should be done within 30 days from date of incorporation of a Company.

OFFICE OF SECRETARY SHALL NOT BE LEFT VACANT

According to Section 240 Companies Act 2016, the Office of the Secretary of a Company shall not be left vacant for more than 30 days at any one time.

ROLE OF

COMPANY SECRETARY

IN YOUR BUSINESS.

Ensuring the compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements, which is the Company Secretary advise on registration and governance of a Company. Company not only need to comply with the Companies Act 2016, but also need to comply with other regulation such as Tax Act, licenses, SOCSO, EPF.

We also responsible to prepare and handle all company documents, meeting minutes resolutions and ensuring that decisions of the Board of Directors are implemented.

Besides that, we are responsible to ensure company details is up to date such as the Directors, Shareholders, shares, constitution, Financial Statement, Annual Return and other statutory documents. The Company Secretary should notify the SSM within 30 days of a resolution is passed.

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WHY CHOOSE US AS YOUR

COMPANY SECRETARY

We are trusted company secretary services provider in Malaysia and having more than 5 years’ experience in this field. BP Strategy Secretarial can help to open and setup company in Malaysia, we also give business model seminars and training as part of our secretarial service. 

Our company located in many states in Malaysia, we can provide our company secretary services to all customer across whole Malaysia, including Johor, Selangor, Kuala Lumpur, Penang and more.

RESOURCES

Pemotongan Nama Syarikat

November 17, 2023

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PERBELANJAAN DAN PENDAPATAN

November 10, 2023

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KUMPULAN WANG SIMPANAN PEKERJA (KWSP)

October 26, 2023

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Apa Itu Yuran Setiausaha Syarikat

October 6, 2023

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What is Secretary Retainer Fee

September 8, 2023

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Syarikat Sendirian Berhad (Sdn. Bhd.)

August 25, 2023

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财务报表延期申请(Extension Of Time -EOT)

April 27, 2023

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税收减免之公积金(EPF)

April 6, 2023

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Tax Relief on contribution to Employees Provident Fund

March 22, 2023

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Statutory Books and Records

March 3, 2023

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什么是CP204 和CP204A?

February 24, 2023

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What is CP204 and CP204A?

February 17, 2023

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FORM E & EA

February 3, 2023

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WHAT IS COMPANY REGISTRATION NUMBER? Company Registration is a set of unique number that acts as an identification for a company. Company registration number is provided by the Company Commission of Malaysia widely known as Suruhanjaya Syarikat Malaysia (SSM) upon a successful incorporation of a company. FORMAT OF NEW COMPANY’S REGISTRATION NUMBER In October 2019, a new format of company registration number was introduced by SSM. A new set of number containing company information is added in front of the old format. This approach was introduced to standardize registration number for company, business and Limited Liability Partnership incorporated in Malaysia. 202201123456 – 123456-A (New format)   (Old format ) The current format contains 12 digits with each sequence signify certain company information such year of incorporation, type of entities and the last 6 digits refers to the registration number sequence. The sequence follow certain format as explained below: Code   Entity’s Code 01 – Local Companies 02 – Foreign Companies 03 – Business 04 – Local LLPs 05 – Foreign LLPs 06 – LLPs for Professional Practice 2022 01 123456 Year of incorporation Entity’s Code Sequence number PURPOSES OF COMPANY’S REGISTRATION NUMBER The main purpose of the company registration number is to identify business incorporated in Malaysia. In addition to that, it is also important when it comes to formal affairs such as filling for application and other administration affairs. Instance when company registration number are needed: Apart from that, business registration acts as a legal proof of the company incorporation. This is because only those registered with SSM will be provided with the registration number and the number only unique to that particular entity only. There will be no other duplicates and this set of number cannot be forged as everything is recorded in database and everyone have access to that information. Having company registration number also boosts and reinforces business reputation because customer or client can discern between legal entities and illegal entities to avoid from being a victim to a fraud or scam. WHERE TO CHECK COMPANY REGISTRATION NUMBER? Incorporated After October 2019 – Can be found on the Superform (Section 14), Notice of Registration (Section 15) and Certificate of Incorporation (Section 17). Incorporated Prior to October 2019 – Can be check on SSM’s portal through e-search, e-info and MyData. HOW TO OBTAIN THE BUSINESS REGISTRATION NUMBER? To obtain business registration number, the company or entity need to be registered with the SSM. Upon incorporation, directors will receive the company number. We at BP-AST can help you with the registration. For more details and assistance, you can contact our company secretary department.

什么是Form B,Form Be 和 Form P?

January 20, 2023

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WHAT IS COMPANY REGISTRATION NUMBER? Company Registration is a set of unique number that acts as an identification for a company. Company registration number is provided by the Company Commission of Malaysia widely known as Suruhanjaya Syarikat Malaysia (SSM) upon a successful incorporation of a company. FORMAT OF NEW COMPANY’S REGISTRATION NUMBER In October 2019, a new format of company registration number was introduced by SSM. A new set of number containing company information is added in front of the old format. This approach was introduced to standardize registration number for company, business and Limited Liability Partnership incorporated in Malaysia. 202201123456 – 123456-A (New format)   (Old format ) The current format contains 12 digits with each sequence signify certain company information such year of incorporation, type of entities and the last 6 digits refers to the registration number sequence. The sequence follow certain format as explained below: Code   Entity’s Code 01 – Local Companies 02 – Foreign Companies 03 – Business 04 – Local LLPs 05 – Foreign LLPs 06 – LLPs for Professional Practice 2022 01 123456 Year of incorporation Entity’s Code Sequence number PURPOSES OF COMPANY’S REGISTRATION NUMBER The main purpose of the company registration number is to identify business incorporated in Malaysia. In addition to that, it is also important when it comes to formal affairs such as filling for application and other administration affairs. Instance when company registration number are needed: Apart from that, business registration acts as a legal proof of the company incorporation. This is because only those registered with SSM will be provided with the registration number and the number only unique to that particular entity only. There will be no other duplicates and this set of number cannot be forged as everything is recorded in database and everyone have access to that information. Having company registration number also boosts and reinforces business reputation because customer or client can discern between legal entities and illegal entities to avoid from being a victim to a fraud or scam. WHERE TO CHECK COMPANY REGISTRATION NUMBER? Incorporated After October 2019 – Can be found on the Superform (Section 14), Notice of Registration (Section 15) and Certificate of Incorporation (Section 17). Incorporated Prior to October 2019 – Can be check on SSM’s portal through e-search, e-info and MyData. HOW TO OBTAIN THE BUSINESS REGISTRATION NUMBER? To obtain business registration number, the company or entity need to be registered with the SSM. Upon incorporation, directors will receive the company number. We at BP-AST can help you with the registration. For more details and assistance, you can contact our company secretary department.

What Is Form B, Form Be & Form P!?

January 13, 2023

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WHAT IS COMPANY REGISTRATION NUMBER? Company Registration is a set of unique number that acts as an identification for a company. Company registration number is provided by the Company Commission of Malaysia widely known as Suruhanjaya Syarikat Malaysia (SSM) upon a successful incorporation of a company. FORMAT OF NEW COMPANY’S REGISTRATION NUMBER In October 2019, a new format of company registration number was introduced by SSM. A new set of number containing company information is added in front of the old format. This approach was introduced to standardize registration number for company, business and Limited Liability Partnership incorporated in Malaysia. 202201123456 – 123456-A (New format)   (Old format ) The current format contains 12 digits with each sequence signify certain company information such year of incorporation, type of entities and the last 6 digits refers to the registration number sequence. The sequence follow certain format as explained below: Code   Entity’s Code 01 – Local Companies 02 – Foreign Companies 03 – Business 04 – Local LLPs 05 – Foreign LLPs 06 – LLPs for Professional Practice 2022 01 123456 Year of incorporation Entity’s Code Sequence number PURPOSES OF COMPANY’S REGISTRATION NUMBER The main purpose of the company registration number is to identify business incorporated in Malaysia. In addition to that, it is also important when it comes to formal affairs such as filling for application and other administration affairs. Instance when company registration number are needed: Apart from that, business registration acts as a legal proof of the company incorporation. This is because only those registered with SSM will be provided with the registration number and the number only unique to that particular entity only. There will be no other duplicates and this set of number cannot be forged as everything is recorded in database and everyone have access to that information. Having company registration number also boosts and reinforces business reputation because customer or client can discern between legal entities and illegal entities to avoid from being a victim to a fraud or scam. WHERE TO CHECK COMPANY REGISTRATION NUMBER? Incorporated After October 2019 – Can be found on the Superform (Section 14), Notice of Registration (Section 15) and Certificate of Incorporation (Section 17). Incorporated Prior to October 2019 – Can be check on SSM’s portal through e-search, e-info and MyData. HOW TO OBTAIN THE BUSINESS REGISTRATION NUMBER? To obtain business registration number, the company or entity need to be registered with the SSM. Upon incorporation, directors will receive the company number. We at BP-AST can help you with the registration. For more details and assistance, you can contact our company secretary department.

什么是管理会计?

January 6, 2023

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WHAT IS COMPANY REGISTRATION NUMBER? Company Registration is a set of unique number that acts as an identification for a company. Company registration number is provided by the Company Commission of Malaysia widely known as Suruhanjaya Syarikat Malaysia (SSM) upon a successful incorporation of a company. FORMAT OF NEW COMPANY’S REGISTRATION NUMBER In October 2019, a new format of company registration number was introduced by SSM. A new set of number containing company information is added in front of the old format. This approach was introduced to standardize registration number for company, business and Limited Liability Partnership incorporated in Malaysia. 202201123456 – 123456-A (New format)   (Old format ) The current format contains 12 digits with each sequence signify certain company information such year of incorporation, type of entities and the last 6 digits refers to the registration number sequence. The sequence follow certain format as explained below: Code   Entity’s Code 01 – Local Companies 02 – Foreign Companies 03 – Business 04 – Local LLPs 05 – Foreign LLPs 06 – LLPs for Professional Practice 2022 01 123456 Year of incorporation Entity’s Code Sequence number PURPOSES OF COMPANY’S REGISTRATION NUMBER The main purpose of the company registration number is to identify business incorporated in Malaysia. In addition to that, it is also important when it comes to formal affairs such as filling for application and other administration affairs. Instance when company registration number are needed: Apart from that, business registration acts as a legal proof of the company incorporation. This is because only those registered with SSM will be provided with the registration number and the number only unique to that particular entity only. There will be no other duplicates and this set of number cannot be forged as everything is recorded in database and everyone have access to that information. Having company registration number also boosts and reinforces business reputation because customer or client can discern between legal entities and illegal entities to avoid from being a victim to a fraud or scam. WHERE TO CHECK COMPANY REGISTRATION NUMBER? Incorporated After October 2019 – Can be found on the Superform (Section 14), Notice of Registration (Section 15) and Certificate of Incorporation (Section 17). Incorporated Prior to October 2019 – Can be check on SSM’s portal through e-search, e-info and MyData. HOW TO OBTAIN THE BUSINESS REGISTRATION NUMBER? To obtain business registration number, the company or entity need to be registered with the SSM. Upon incorporation, directors will receive the company number. We at BP-AST can help you with the registration. For more details and assistance, you can contact our company secretary department.

What Is Management Accounting?

December 30, 2022

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WHAT IS COMPANY REGISTRATION NUMBER? Company Registration is a set of unique number that acts as an identification for a company. Company registration number is provided by the Company Commission of Malaysia widely known as Suruhanjaya Syarikat Malaysia (SSM) upon a successful incorporation of a company. FORMAT OF NEW COMPANY’S REGISTRATION NUMBER In October 2019, a new format of company registration number was introduced by SSM. A new set of number containing company information is added in front of the old format. This approach was introduced to standardize registration number for company, business and Limited Liability Partnership incorporated in Malaysia. 202201123456 – 123456-A (New format)   (Old format ) The current format contains 12 digits with each sequence signify certain company information such year of incorporation, type of entities and the last 6 digits refers to the registration number sequence. The sequence follow certain format as explained below: Code   Entity’s Code 01 – Local Companies 02 – Foreign Companies 03 – Business 04 – Local LLPs 05 – Foreign LLPs 06 – LLPs for Professional Practice 2022 01 123456 Year of incorporation Entity’s Code Sequence number PURPOSES OF COMPANY’S REGISTRATION NUMBER The main purpose of the company registration number is to identify business incorporated in Malaysia. In addition to that, it is also important when it comes to formal affairs such as filling for application and other administration affairs. Instance when company registration number are needed: Apart from that, business registration acts as a legal proof of the company incorporation. This is because only those registered with SSM will be provided with the registration number and the number only unique to that particular entity only. There will be no other duplicates and this set of number cannot be forged as everything is recorded in database and everyone have access to that information. Having company registration number also boosts and reinforces business reputation because customer or client can discern between legal entities and illegal entities to avoid from being a victim to a fraud or scam. WHERE TO CHECK COMPANY REGISTRATION NUMBER? Incorporated After October 2019 – Can be found on the Superform (Section 14), Notice of Registration (Section 15) and Certificate of Incorporation (Section 17). Incorporated Prior to October 2019 – Can be check on SSM’s portal through e-search, e-info and MyData. HOW TO OBTAIN THE BUSINESS REGISTRATION NUMBER? To obtain business registration number, the company or entity need to be registered with the SSM. Upon incorporation, directors will receive the company number. We at BP-AST can help you with the registration. For more details and assistance, you can contact our company secretary department.

年度申报表(Annual Return/AR)

December 22, 2022

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WHAT IS COMPANY REGISTRATION NUMBER? Company Registration is a set of unique number that acts as an identification for a company. Company registration number is provided by the Company Commission of Malaysia widely known as Suruhanjaya Syarikat Malaysia (SSM) upon a successful incorporation of a company. FORMAT OF NEW COMPANY’S REGISTRATION NUMBER In October 2019, a new format of company registration number was introduced by SSM. A new set of number containing company information is added in front of the old format. This approach was introduced to standardize registration number for company, business and Limited Liability Partnership incorporated in Malaysia. 202201123456 – 123456-A (New format)   (Old format ) The current format contains 12 digits with each sequence signify certain company information such year of incorporation, type of entities and the last 6 digits refers to the registration number sequence. The sequence follow certain format as explained below: Code   Entity’s Code 01 – Local Companies 02 – Foreign Companies 03 – Business 04 – Local LLPs 05 – Foreign LLPs 06 – LLPs for Professional Practice 2022 01 123456 Year of incorporation Entity’s Code Sequence number PURPOSES OF COMPANY’S REGISTRATION NUMBER The main purpose of the company registration number is to identify business incorporated in Malaysia. In addition to that, it is also important when it comes to formal affairs such as filling for application and other administration affairs. Instance when company registration number are needed: Apart from that, business registration acts as a legal proof of the company incorporation. This is because only those registered with SSM will be provided with the registration number and the number only unique to that particular entity only. There will be no other duplicates and this set of number cannot be forged as everything is recorded in database and everyone have access to that information. Having company registration number also boosts and reinforces business reputation because customer or client can discern between legal entities and illegal entities to avoid from being a victim to a fraud or scam. WHERE TO CHECK COMPANY REGISTRATION NUMBER? Incorporated After October 2019 – Can be found on the Superform (Section 14), Notice of Registration (Section 15) and Certificate of Incorporation (Section 17). Incorporated Prior to October 2019 – Can be check on SSM’s portal through e-search, e-info and MyData. HOW TO OBTAIN THE BUSINESS REGISTRATION NUMBER? To obtain business registration number, the company or entity need to be registered with the SSM. Upon incorporation, directors will receive the company number. We at BP-AST can help you with the registration. For more details and assistance, you can contact our company secretary department.

Annual Return (AR)

December 16, 2022

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WHAT IS COMPANY REGISTRATION NUMBER? Company Registration is a set of unique number that acts as an identification for a company. Company registration number is provided by the Company Commission of Malaysia widely known as Suruhanjaya Syarikat Malaysia (SSM) upon a successful incorporation of a company. FORMAT OF NEW COMPANY’S REGISTRATION NUMBER In October 2019, a new format of company registration number was introduced by SSM. A new set of number containing company information is added in front of the old format. This approach was introduced to standardize registration number for company, business and Limited Liability Partnership incorporated in Malaysia. 202201123456 – 123456-A (New format)   (Old format ) The current format contains 12 digits with each sequence signify certain company information such year of incorporation, type of entities and the last 6 digits refers to the registration number sequence. The sequence follow certain format as explained below: Code   Entity’s Code 01 – Local Companies 02 – Foreign Companies 03 – Business 04 – Local LLPs 05 – Foreign LLPs 06 – LLPs for Professional Practice 2022 01 123456 Year of incorporation Entity’s Code Sequence number PURPOSES OF COMPANY’S REGISTRATION NUMBER The main purpose of the company registration number is to identify business incorporated in Malaysia. In addition to that, it is also important when it comes to formal affairs such as filling for application and other administration affairs. Instance when company registration number are needed: Apart from that, business registration acts as a legal proof of the company incorporation. This is because only those registered with SSM will be provided with the registration number and the number only unique to that particular entity only. There will be no other duplicates and this set of number cannot be forged as everything is recorded in database and everyone have access to that information. Having company registration number also boosts and reinforces business reputation because customer or client can discern between legal entities and illegal entities to avoid from being a victim to a fraud or scam. WHERE TO CHECK COMPANY REGISTRATION NUMBER? Incorporated After October 2019 – Can be found on the Superform (Section 14), Notice of Registration (Section 15) and Certificate of Incorporation (Section 17). Incorporated Prior to October 2019 – Can be check on SSM’s portal through e-search, e-info and MyData. HOW TO OBTAIN THE BUSINESS REGISTRATION NUMBER? To obtain business registration number, the company or entity need to be registered with the SSM. Upon incorporation, directors will receive the company number. We at BP-AST can help you with the registration. For more details and assistance, you can contact our company secretary department.

Sales & Service Tax (SST)

December 9, 2022

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What is sales tax? Service tax are charged by registered manufacturers of taxable goods and on the importation of taxable goods into Malaysia. What is service tax? The rate for service tax is 6% for all taxable services. Services that are imported or exported are exempted from service tax. Which businesses must apply for sales & service tax registration in Malaysia? Taxable Service Threshold Group A: Accommodation RM500,000.00 Group B: Food & Beverages RM1,500,000.00 Group C: Night Club, Dance Halls, Health Centres, Massage Parlours, Public Houses, Beer House RM500,000.00 Group D: Private Clubs RM500,000.00 Group E: Gold Club & Golf Driving Range RM500,000.00 Group F: Betting & Gaming RM500,000.00 Group G: Professionals RM500,000.00 Group H: Credit Card/ Charge Card RM500,000.00 Group I: Other Service Providers RM500,000.00

WHAT IS COMPANY REGISTRATION NUMBER?

December 2, 2022

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WHAT IS COMPANY REGISTRATION NUMBER? Company Registration is a set of unique number that acts as an identification for a company. Company registration number is provided by the Company Commission of Malaysia widely known as Suruhanjaya Syarikat Malaysia (SSM) upon a successful incorporation of a company. FORMAT OF NEW COMPANY’S REGISTRATION NUMBER In October 2019, a new format of company registration number was introduced by SSM. A new set of number containing company information is added in front of the old format. This approach was introduced to standardize registration number for company, business and Limited Liability Partnership incorporated in Malaysia. 202201123456 – 123456-A (New format)   (Old format ) The current format contains 12 digits with each sequence signify certain company information such year of incorporation, type of entities and the last 6 digits refers to the registration number sequence. The sequence follow certain format as explained below: Code   Entity’s Code 01 – Local Companies 02 – Foreign Companies 03 – Business 04 – Local LLPs 05 – Foreign LLPs 06 – LLPs for Professional Practice 2022 01 123456 Year of incorporation Entity’s Code Sequence number PURPOSES OF COMPANY’S REGISTRATION NUMBER The main purpose of the company registration number is to identify business incorporated in Malaysia. In addition to that, it is also important when it comes to formal affairs such as filling for application and other administration affairs. Instance when company registration number are needed: Apart from that, business registration acts as a legal proof of the company incorporation. This is because only those registered with SSM will be provided with the registration number and the number only unique to that particular entity only. There will be no other duplicates and this set of number cannot be forged as everything is recorded in database and everyone have access to that information. Having company registration number also boosts and reinforces business reputation because customer or client can discern between legal entities and illegal entities to avoid from being a victim to a fraud or scam. WHERE TO CHECK COMPANY REGISTRATION NUMBER? Incorporated After October 2019 – Can be found on the Superform (Section 14), Notice of Registration (Section 15) and Certificate of Incorporation (Section 17). Incorporated Prior to October 2019 – Can be check on SSM’s portal through e-search, e-info and MyData. HOW TO OBTAIN THE BUSINESS REGISTRATION NUMBER? To obtain business registration number, the company or entity need to be registered with the SSM. Upon incorporation, directors will receive the company number. We at BP-AST can help you with the registration. For more details and assistance, you can contact our company secretary department.

WHAT IS DEPRECIATION?

November 17, 2022

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The definition of an Accumulated Depreciation is the total depreciation for a fixed asset that has been charged to expense since that asset was acquired and made available for use. The intent behind doing so is to approximately match the revenue or other benefits generated by the asset to its cost over its useful life. There are 5 types of depreciation: Straight line it reports an equal depreciation expense each year throughout the entire useful life of the asset until the entire asset is depreciated to its salvage value. Other than that, Accumulated Depreciation also known as the total depreciation for a fixed asset that has been charged to expense since that asset was acquired and made available for use. The accumulated depreciation appears on the balance sheet as a reduction from the gross amount of fixed assets reported.  It might be list in several accumulated depreciation accounts, one for each fixed asset type.