EASYUNI Ultimate University Guide 2013 July Issue | Page 56

Interview Industry

Accounting

Ho Foong Moi
Chief Executive Of?cer
Malaysian Institute of
Accountants

What are the career options and salary trends for
someone joining the accountancy sector in Malaysia?
Career options for accountants are endless. This is due to the fact
that the accountancy is regarded as one of the most ?exible and
highly respected professions. Having a signi?cant part to play
in various industries and organisations, demand for competent
accountants involved in decision-making within an organisation
remains buoyant.
Accountancy is a diversi?ed profession involving areas such as
accounting, ?nance, auditing, tax consultancy, risk management
and strategic management, auditing, corporate intelligence and
care, corporate recovery, insolvency, mergers and acquisitions,
corporate ?nance, corporate treasury, environmental auditing,
forensic accounting, information communication technology and
?nancial planning.
In general, accountants in Malaysia can be found working