About AaraBookkeeping

What is AaraBookkeeping?

AaraBookkeeping is a subscription-based HR, Payroll, and Accounting platform built for both values-driven organizations and growing businesses. Whether you're managing a masjid, a tahfiz center, or a small enterprise, we help you simplify operations—without needing accounting expertise.

 

Who We Are?

We’re a team of developers, accountants, and community advocates who believe that every organization—big or small—deserves access to smart, affordable tools. Our mission is to make bookkeeping and people management simple, accessible, and fully localizable.

 

What We Offer?

  • A complete HR & payroll system with employee self-service
  • Double-entry accounting with full reporting tools
  • A customizable platform for both nonprofits and SMEs
  • Local and global payment gateway options
  • Clean UI, multi-language support, and fast onboarding

Teams

Meet the People Behind AaraBookkeeping

We’re proud to be a small but passionate team—serving real communities and real businesses. From product development to customer support, we care about what we build and who we build it for.

Saiful-Ikhwan Bin Abdullah

Founder & Chairman

With over 20 years of experience as a bank manager at a leading local bank, Saiful-Ikhwan brings strategic leadership and financial acumen to AaraBookkeeping. As the former supervisor of both Mustaffa and Awg Idrus, he is deeply respected for his guidance and integrity, with a vision rooted in discipline, growth, and community impact.

Saufi Sufian

System Manager & Co-Founder

Saufi brings a rich and diverse background spanning banking, travel, construction, and consultancy. As System Manager and Co-Founder of AaraBookkeeping, he oversees system implementation, platform stability, and ongoing improvements to ensure a seamless user experience.

Awg Idrus bin Hj. Awg Othman

Support Manager

A former bank officer with 15 years of experience at the same local bank as Mustaffa, Awg Idrus brings strong client service and system support expertise to the team. His calm approach and banking background make him a key pillar of our client support experience.

Sharifah Nur Fairuz

Account Manager

Sharifah Nur Fairuz graduates from Lim Kwok Wing University, Kuching. As Account Manager, she supports our clients with onboarding, system training, and day-to-day financial management. Her attention to detail and approachable nature make her an essential part of our client success team.

Mustaffa Abu Bakar

Back End Manager

With over 30 years of experience as a bank officer in a leading local bank, Mustaffa brings deep financial insight and operational discipline to AaraBookkeeping. He oversees system integrity, data security, and backend processes to ensure smooth, reliable performance for every user. His expertise strengthens our foundation in financial compliance and trusted service delivery.