Browsing Tag

July-Aug 2020

12 posts

Important Updates to AMLA

As key players in the battle against money laundering and terrorism financing, accountants are advised to take note of the Revision to the Anti-Money Laundering, Countering Financing of Terrorism and Targeted Financial Sanctions…
  • August 11, 2020
  • 6.1K views

How to Become an Approved Liquidator Under the Companies Act 2016

Interested in applying to become an approved liquidator under the Companies Act 2016? Then this article is for you.
  • August 6, 2020
  • 3.7K views

Decisions of the Disciplinary Committee of the MIA

Decisions of the Disciplinary Committee of the Malaysian Institute of Accountants (‘Institute’) against members pursuant to Rule 18(1) of the Malaysian Institute of Accountants (Disciplinary) Rules 2002
  • August 4, 2020
  • 1.5K views

Public Sector Internal Audit Conference 2020: Meeting Rising Expectations in Internal Audit

Internal auditors face a lot of pressure to implement robust controls and manage risks as they are a central pillar of governance in organisations.
  • July 28, 2020
  • 975 views

CFO Conference 2020: Future-proofing CFOs for Sustainable Leadership

COVID-19 is an unprecedented crisis laden with uncertainty and volatility – as such, it’s understandable if businesses are fumbling for clarity and direction.
  • July 15, 2020
  • 855 views

A Guide for Accountants and Small Businesses – Using Data Automation Tools to Manage Your Source Documents

The management of source documents – bills, invoices, receipts or anything substantiating a transaction – is critical for small business compliance. They’re also important for accurately and efficiently completing the accounting process, and ultimately, providing informative business insights.
  • July 14, 2020
  • 2.2K views

COVID-19 – Business Realignment and Tax Considerations

Businesses are scrambling to re-evaluate their strategies in the wake of the COVID-19 crisis, and this includes assessing the impacts of direct and indirect taxes of current operations as well as new strategies.
  • July 10, 2020
  • 2.9K views

The “Adequate” In “Adequate Procedures” for Commercial Organisations

When the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (Amendment) Act 2018 was passed by Parliament in April 2018, all eyes were on the most notable amendment made which introduced the Corporate Liability Provision (Section 17A) in Malaysia.
  • July 9, 2020
  • 3.6K views

Apart Together: How Do We Engage Our Employees in This Challenging Time?

An engaged workforce is a valuable resource to any organisation. Highly engaged employees are aligned with company’s goals, driven and dedicated beyond their work. They are the greatest asset for a business.
  • July 7, 2020
  • 927 views

The Impact of the IFRIC Agenda Decision on Over Time Transfer of Constructed Good (IAS 23 Borrowing Costs)

In March 2019, the IFRS Interpretations Committee (IFRIC) issued an Agenda Decision on IAS 23 Borrowing Costs relating to capitalisation of borrowing costs in relation to the construction of a residential multi-unit real estate development (building).
  • July 3, 2020
  • 6.2K views