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MANAGER – FINANCIAL STATEMENTS REVIEW & CPE COMPLIANCE

The successful candidate will assist the Head, Financial Statements Review (FSR) & CPE Compliance to offer technical expertise to the FSR Committee and drive the financial statements surveillance programme in monitoring the quality of financial statements that are prepared by or are the responsibility of MIA members, for the purpose of determining compliance with statutory and other requirements, approved accounting & auditing standards; and generally accepted accounting & auditing standards and practices.

Requirements:

• Possess professional qualification and/or a Degree in Accountancy and a member of MIA
• Minimum 5 years of audit experience and must be in current employment with a large or medium size firm of accountants 
• Familiar with accounting standards, auditing standards and other statutory requirements in relation to financial reporting
• Resourceful and able to conduct research on related discipline
• Able to identify inconsistencies with respect of the preparation/presentation of financial statements & issues relating to financial reporting
• High degree of self-motivation, results oriented and able to work independently
• Able to inspire confidence, influence others and rise up to challenges constructively

MANAGER – INVESTIGATION COMMITTEE (ACCOUNTING)

The successful candidate will assist the Investigation Committee of the Institute in investigating complaints against MIA members which involves, among others, reviews of audit working papers to establish and evaluate the compliance with accounting and auditing standards.

Requirements:

• Tertiary or professional qualification in Accountancy and a member of MIA
• At least 5 years of audit experience, and must be in current employment as a Manager with a major or medium-sized audit firm of accountants
• Possess strong analytical skills and must be good in report writing
• Good knowledge of Auditing and Accounting Standards
• Able to meet tight timelines and work under a challenging and dynamic working environment
• Motivated, results oriented and able to work independently
  
  

ASSISTANT MANAGER / MANAGER – IT SECURITY

The successful candidate will be responsible to safeguard all Institute’s information system assets by preventing unauthorised access to Institute data and identifying, evaluating and solving potential and actual security breaches in a timely and cost-effective manner.

Responsibilities:

• To develop and execute security policies, procedure and plans; defining access privileges, control structures, and resources to meet organisation objectives including to ensure security policy, procedures and plans are reviewed on an on-going basis
• Implementing and maintaining security controls improvement by assessing current situation; evaluating trends; anticipating requirements to protect systems and information infrastructure, including firewalls
• IT Security Risk Management, to provide timely advice based on analysis/assessment of security risk/threat and impact to enable well informed business decisions
• To continuously review, implement and maintain effective security policy, procedures and practices to ensure safety and protection of personnel, assets, information and business operational activities including taking appropriate security measures to mitigate security risks
• To plan and conduct periodic audits including security enquiries, investigations and reviews of security activities to determine any security violations and inefficiencies
• Investigate and Act on security breaches and other cyber security incidents
• To provide timely security updates and advice to the management team on all matters concerning security threats or business interruptions involving security related matters
• To maintains technical knowledge on security frameworks and systems; trends and security standards
• Serve as a security expert in the organisation and conduct trainings when needed

Requirements:

• Tertiary qualification in security management or any relevant field of study
• Minimum five years' prior IT security management experience
• Security professional certification (e.g. CISSP) is a plus
• In-depth, comprehensive knowledge of security management and an acceptable level of operational security expertise
• Familiarity with security frameworks (e.g. COBIT, ISO 27000) and risk management methodologies
• Ability to identify and address key security issues to support strategic business needs
• Proven track record in providing strategic direction, planning and establishing priorities that ensure an effective work structure which maximises productivity and achieves goals
• Ability to carry out relevant risk assessments of the potential threats to personnel, assets, information and business operations, and take appropriate security/mitigation measures including the development of procedures and plans
• Knowledge of patch management, firewalls and intrusion detection/prevention systems
• Familiarity with public key infrastructure (PKI) and cryptographic protocols (e.g. SSL/ TLS)
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical mind with excellent problem-solving ability
• Outstanding communication and organisation skills
• Good decision-making skills
• Good team player and able to work independently with minimum supervision
• Good sense of integrity, professionalism and commitment
• Able to multi-task and pay attention to details

ASSISTANT MANAGER – PROFESSIONAL PRACTICES & TECHNICAL

(PROFESSIONAL ACCOUNTANTS IN BUSINESS & VALUATION)

The successful candidate will assist the Senior Manager and Executive Director of the Professional Practices & Technical Division in managing the division's activities as well as providing technical support to the relevant committees, MIA Council and MIA members.

Requirements:

• Professional qualification or a Degree in Accountancy and a member of MIA
• Minimum 4 years of relevant working experience with public listed entities or major/medium-sized firm of accountants
• Able to conduct research and solve technical queries/issues
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated, results oriented and able to work independently
• Confident, able to inspire and influence others positively
• Involvement in facilitation of training and ability to conduct training is an added advantage

SENIOR EXECUTIVE – CAPITAL MARKET & ASSURANCE

The successful candidate will assist the relevant Managers in managing the audit and assurance, ethics and capital market activities including answering technical enquiries and handling day-to-day operations of the department.

Requirements:

• Degree and/or Professional Qualification in Accounting or other related discipline
• Minimum 3 years of working experience in statutory audit with major/medium-sized audit firms
• Good knowledge in auditing standards, relevant laws and regulations affecting the auditing profession. Knowledge in capital market is an added advantage
• Able to conduct research and solve technical queries/issues
• Excellent command in spoken and written English
• Committed, a team player and able to work independently

EXECUTIVE/SENIOR EXECUTIVE – DIGITAL ECONOMY

The successful candidate will assist the Manager, Digital Economy in implementing the Digital Technology Blueprint operational plan, managing Digital Technology Committee and handling day-to-day operations of the department.

Requirements:

• Degree and/or Professional Qualification in Accounting or other related discipline
• Minimum 3 years of relevant working experience in handling meetings/events as well as writing minutes and preparing meeting papers
• Relevant experience in listed companies or regulatory bodies is an added advantage
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with excellent command in spoken and written English
• Meticulous, enthusiastic, and able to interact with people at all levels professionally
• High degree of self-motivation, results oriented and able to work independently

EXECUTIVE – CORPORATE OFFICE & SERVICE OPERATIONS

The successful candidate will assist the Head, Corporate Office & Service Operations in the areas of office and facilities management, coordinate meetings/events arrangements; including taking minutes of meetings, handle Institute’s bulk mailing activities, and provide administrative support for the smooth running of the day-to day service operations of the Institute.

Requirements:

• Degree in Business Administration/Management or other related discipline
• Minimum three (3) years relevant working experience in handling office administration, facilities management and secretarial duties
• Proficient in Microsoft Office application
• Possess good leadership qualities and excellent administrative skills
• Good communication skills, both spoken and written
• Good interpersonal skills and able to interact with all levels of people confidently
• Meticulous, able to multi-task and a good team player
• Resourceful and able to work independently with minimum supervision