Clarification on Public Practice Services and Company Secretarial Service by MIA Members

MIA wishes to issue the following clarification for the attention of all…

AML/CFT Compliance Simplified: Unpacking the Differences Between BNM and SSM Regulations 

Both the Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) and Companies Commission of Malaysia (SSM) play pivotal roles in Malaysia’s Anti-Money Laundering and Counter Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) efforts.

Announcement

Malaysian Institute of Accountants (“MIA”) is a statutory body established under the Accountants Act, 1967 (“Act”) to regulate the practice of the accountancy profession in Malaysia.

Small Steps, Big Impact: Lessons from the TCG Pilot Programme – Building Tax Corporate Governance Before It’s Mandatory

The TCG Pilot Programme (the Programme) carried out by Lembaga Hasil Dalam Negeri Malaysia (LHDNM) sought to align corporate tax management systems with modern regulatory frameworks while addressing challenges in compliance and reporting.

The Peer Reviewer Approval Process for Type 3 (Order 3A) Audit Firms: A Critical Step in Effective Remediation 

In a move to enhance audit quality and compliance, audit firms classified as Type 3 (Order 3A) are now mandated to engage a peer reviewer during a 24-month remediation process.

Mandatory Ethics Training for Professional Accountants: Understanding the New Continuing Professional Education Requirements

Ethics is the cornerstone of the accounting profession, ensuring transparency, underpinning regulatory compliance, and upholding public trust.

Removal Order / Suspension Order

When a member is found to be guilty of unprofessional conduct, the Disciplinary Committee (DC) shall have the powersto impose any one or any combination of the disciplinary punishments…

Phase 2 of Malaysia’s e-Invoicing Implementation: Key Compliance Insights

Malaysia’s e-invoicing mandate, introduced under the Income Tax Act 1967, has entered its second phase since 1 January 2025, targeting businesses with an annual turnover or revenue between RM25 million and RM100 million.

Orders by the MIA Disciplinary Appeal Board

The Council of the Malaysian Institute of Accountants (“MIA”) hereby gives notice that after due consideration by the Disciplinary Appeal Board of MIA (“DAB”)…

The Process for MIA Joint Supervision with BNM on AMLA for Reporting Institutions (RIs) in the Accountancy Profession 

In recent years, the significance of the anti-money laundering (AML) framework has grown exponentially as a means of safeguarding the integrity of financial and professional sectors worldwide.