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Head of Business Advisory Services Department (BASD)

Location:

MTDC UPM, Serdang, Malaysia

MTDC is seeking a senior leader to head the Business Advisory Services Department (BASD) under the Technology Ecosystem Development (TED) Division. This role is central to advancing Malaysia's innovation and commercialization agenda by supporting technology-based SMEs and startups through business transformation and advisory services.

Key Responsibilities

• Set BASD's strategic direction and align with MTDC's national innovation and SME growth mandate.
• Lead two units: Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and Project Management Unit (PMU).
• Deliver consultancy in business strategy, model innovation, fundraising, technology commercialization readiness, digital/Industry 4.0 adoption, and organizational change management.
• Oversee national-level programs, SME accelerators, and transformation initiatives with strong governance and measurable outcomes.
• Build strategic networks with ministries, agencies, GLCs, corporates, academia, and international partners.
• Develop thought leadership, consulting frameworks, and contribute to policy and ecosystem development.
• Recruit, mentor, and grow a high-performing team of advisors and consultants.

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Technology Management, Engineering, or related fields (Master's/MBA preferred).
• 12–18 years of experience, with at least 7 years in senior leadership roles in consulting, business transformation, or enterprise development.
• Proven experience in technology commercialization, innovation platforms, and enterprise transformation.
• Strong technical and strategic acumen; able to engage board-level executives and technical experts alike.
• Familiarity with Malaysian SME ecosystem and national innovation policies.
• Certifications in Project Management (PMP/Prince2), Change Management (Prosci/Kotter), or Agile/Lean/Design Thinking (advantage).
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills in Bahasa Malaysia and English.

Why Join Us

• Shape Malaysia's innovation and commercialization ecosystem at the national and regional level.
• Lead impactful projects that strengthen SMEs and startups.
• Collaborate with top industry, government, and academic stakeholders.
• Drive real economic and societal transformation.
• If you are a seasoned leader in consultancy and technology advisory, with the vision and experience to transform businesses and industries, we invite you to apply.

Join Financial Accounting Advisory Services within Assurance and you will assist our clients to address the accounting and financial reporting challenges facing their business. You will be part of a team that provides insight and services that accelerate analytics, decision-making and innovation to build a stronger and more efficient finance function.

The opportunity

The Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS) team works with businesses and finance teams to address the risks of accounting, financial reporting and regulatory issues. FAAS teams serve as trusted advisors, both practical and innovative, to help our clients navigate through accounting and financial reporting challenges driven by the changing economic and regulatory environment.

You will experience ongoing professional development through diverse experiences, world-class learning and individually tailored coaching. That’s how we develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders, and in so doing, play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.

Your key responsibilities

As a FAAS Senior Associate, you’ll be a key member of the team, committed to supporting FAAS executives in building and maintaining relationships with clients and other service lines in EY. You’ll have the opportunity to challenge the status quo and provide alternative viewpoints. Leveraging off our delivery tools and service enablers, you’ll assist to plan and execute projects and play a key role in the successful delivery of services to our clients.

As the market develops and financial reporting requirements evolve at a rapid rate, there has also been an increasing focus on technology or digital innovations to unlock potential as well as further optimise the finance operations in this changing environment.

We are looking for Senior Associate to join our team in executing assignments related to:

• Finance process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness, including re-engineering of processes and providing advice on opportunities for automation
• Audit or audit remediation to improve the quality and timeliness of financial reporting
• Adoption of new accounting standards to drive compliance to reporting requirements

Key responsibilities include:

• Perform review and analysis to identify improvement opportunities related to finance processes, automation, controls and governance. This includes identifying and organising findings from the review, analysing their root causes, providing solutions to the findings as well as supporting the implementation of proposed solutions
• Leverage on analytical or digital techniques to perform analysis to drive value and provide meaningful business information effectively, including highlighting potential areas of non-compliance or anomalies
• Assess the requirements of accounting standards, the corresponding change impact and implementation considerations for clients
• Contribute to the planning and execution of project delivery as well as business development related activities
• Engage and establish relationships with client personnel at appropriate levels, consistently deliver quality work products and client services
• Develop and maintain long term client relationships and networks, develop relationships with members across EY practices to serve client needs

Skills and attributes for success

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong drive to excel professionally, and to guide and motivate others
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills
• Dedicated, innovative, resourceful, analytical and able to work under pressure
• Foster an efficient, innovative and team-oriented work environment

To qualify for the role you must have

• A bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field / ACCA affiliate
• Minimum of 3 years of work experience in professional services environment

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Completed the designated number of any professional accounting papers i.e. ACCA, CPA, MICPA, ICAEW
• Possess accounting technical capabilities and competency related to process improvement, familiar with enabling technology and innovations for finance function
• Knowledge of new developments in the financial accounting and advisory services capabilities, stay abreast of current business and industry trends relevant to the clients’ businesses

What we look for

Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you’ll be a confident leader equipped with strong people management skills and a genuine passion to make things happen in a dynamic organization. If you’re ready to take on a wide range of responsibilities, and are committed to seeking out new ways to make a difference, this role is for you.

What we offer

EY offers a competitive remuneration package commensurate with your work experience, where you’ll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. We are committed to being an inclusive employer and are happy to consider flexible working arrangements (FWA), where this may be needed, guided by our FWA Policy. Plus, we offer:

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

EY is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

Job description

Join Financial Accounting Advisory Services within Assurance and you will assist our clients to address the accounting and financial reporting challenges facing their business. You will be part of a team that provides insight and services that accelerate analytics, decision-making and innovation to build a stronger and more efficient finance function.

The opportunity

The Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS) team works with businesses and finance teams to address the risks of accounting, financial reporting and regulatory issues. FAAS teams serve as trusted advisors, both practical and innovative, to help our clients navigate through accounting and financial reporting challenges driven by the changing economic and regulatory environment.

You will experience ongoing professional development through diverse experiences, world-class learning and individually tailored coaching. That’s how we develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders, and in so doing, play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.

Your key responsibilities

As a FAAS Senior Associate, you’ll be a key member of the team, committed to supporting FAAS executives in building and maintaining relationships with clients and other service lines in EY. You’ll have the opportunity to challenge the status quo and provide alternative viewpoints. Leveraging off our delivery tools and service enablers, you’ll assist to plan and execute projects and play a key role in the successful delivery of services to our clients.

As the market develops and financial reporting requirements evolve at a rapid rate, there has also been an increasing focus on technology or digital innovations to unlock potential as well as further optimise the finance operations in this changing environment.

We are looking for Senior Associate to join our team in executing assignments related to:

• Finance process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness, including re-engineering of processes and providing advice on opportunities for automation
• Audit or audit remediation to improve the quality and timeliness of financial reporting
• Adoption of new accounting standards to drive compliance to reporting requirements

Key responsibilities include:

• Perform review and analysis to identify improvement opportunities related to finance processes, automation, controls and governance. This includes identifying and organising findings from the review, analysing their root causes, providing solutions to the findings as well as supporting the implementation of proposed solutions
• Leverage on analytical or digital techniques to perform analysis to drive value and provide meaningful business information effectively, including highlighting potential areas of non-compliance or anomalies
• Assess the requirements of accounting standards, the corresponding change impact and implementation considerations for clients
• Contribute to the planning and execution of project delivery as well as business development related activities
• Engage and establish relationships with client personnel at appropriate levels, consistently deliver quality work products and client services
• Develop and maintain long term client relationships and networks, develop relationships with members across EY practices to serve client needs

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong drive to excel professionally, and to guide and motivate others
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills
• Dedicated, innovative, resourceful, analytical and able to work under pressure
• Foster an efficient, innovative and team-oriented work environment

• A bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field / ACCA affiliate
• Minimum of 3 years of work experience in professional services environment

• Completed the designated number of any professional accounting papers i.e. ACCA, CPA, MICPA, ICAEW
• Possess accounting technical capabilities and competency related to process improvement, familiar with enabling technology and innovations for finance function
• Knowledge of new developments in the financial accounting and advisory services capabilities, stay abreast of current business and industry trends relevant to the clients’ businesses

Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you’ll be a confident leader equipped with strong people management skills and a genuine passion to make things happen in a dynamic organization. If you’re ready to take on a wide range of responsibilities, and are committed to seeking out new ways to make a difference, this role is for you.

EY offers a competitive remuneration package commensurate with your work experience,where you’ll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. We are committed tobeingan inclusive employer and are happy to consider flexible working arrangements(FWA), where this may be needed, guided by our FWA Policy. Plus, we offer:

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build.

EY | Building a better working world

EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets.

Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate.

Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.

For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below.

Candidates must be resident in Malaysia, or have the right to work in Malaysia.

Other locations: Primary Location Only

Date: Oct 9, 2024

Requisition ID:

Our Assurance group is one of the most trusted, respected and influential organizations in the industry. As part of our team, you will provide peace of mind to clients by using your skills and experience in order to give companies, investors and regulators confidence in the validity of financial statements and business-critical information or processes. Groups (or, as we call them, sub-service lines) within Assurance include External Audit, Climate Change and Sustainability Services, Financial Accounting Advisory Services and Fraud Investigation & Dispute Services.

Join our External Audit team and you will help our clients meet their reporting requirements by providing an objective and independent examination of their financial statements. In addition, you will conduct timely and constructive discussions with management on accounting and reporting matters, and provide a robust and clear perspective to audit committees.

The opportunity

You will experience ongoing professional development through diverse experiences, world-class learning and individually tailored coaching. That’s how we develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders, and in so doing, play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities. Sound interesting? Well this is just the beginning. Because whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.

Your key responsibilities

1. Manage engagements by defining the audit strategy in consultation with the senior manager/partner, and execute it in compliance with Ernst & Young's policies and protocols
2. Execute complex audit procedures and lead teams, or parts of teams on engagements, depending on the size of the engagement
3. Actively establish, maintain and strengthen internal and external relationships and confirm that work delivered to clients is of high quality
4. Anticipate and identify risks and escalate issues, as appropriate
5. Create a positive learning culture and coach and counsel junior team members and support them in their personal and professional development

Skills and attributes for success

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong drive to excel professionally, and to guide and motivate others
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills
• Dedicated, innovative, resourceful, analytical and able to work under pressure
• Foster an efficient, innovative and team-oriented work environment

To qualify for the role you must have

• Recognized university degree with specialization in accounting, finance or related field / ACCA affiliate
• Completed any of the professional accounting qualification
• MIA registered member
• Minimum of eight years relevant experience in a professional services environment

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Knowledge of business trends, emerging technical and industry developments

What we look for

Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you’ll be a confident leader equipped with strong people management skills and a genuine passion to make things happen in a dynamic organization. If you’re ready to take on a wide range of responsibilities and are committed to seeking out new ways to make a difference, this role is for you.

What we offer

EY offers a competitive remuneration package commensurate with your work experience where you’ll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. We are committed to being an inclusive employer and are happy to consider flexible working arrangements, where this may be needed, guided by our FWA Policy. Plus we offer:

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build.

EY | Building a better working world

EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets. Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate. Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.

Join Financial Accounting Advisory Services within Assurance and you will assist our clients to address the accounting and financial reporting challenges facing their business. You will be part of a team that provides insight and services that accelerate analytics, decision-making and innovation to build a stronger and more efficient finance function.

The opportunity

The Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS) team works with businesses and finance teams to address the risks of accounting, financial reporting and regulatory issues. FAAS teams serve as trusted advisors, both practical and innovative, to help our clients navigate through accounting and financial reporting challenges driven by the changing economic and regulatory environment.

You will experience ongoing professional development through diverse experiences, world-class learning and individually tailored coaching. That's how we develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders, and in so doing, play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.

Your key responsibilities

As a FAAS Senior Associate, you'll be a key member of the team, committed to supporting FAAS executives in building and maintaining relationships with clients and other service lines in EY. You'll have the opportunity to challenge the status quo and provide alternative viewpoints. Leveraging off our delivery tools and service enablers, you'll assist to plan and execute projects and play a key role in the successful delivery of services to our clients.

As the market develops and financial reporting requirements evolve at a rapid rate, there has also been an increasing focus on technology or digital innovations to unlock potential as well as further optimise the finance operations in this changing environment.

We are looking for Senior Associate to join our team in executing assignments related to:

• Finance process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness, including re-engineering of processes and providing advice on opportunities for automation
• Audit or audit remediation to improve the quality and timeliness of financial reporting
• Adoption of new accounting standards to drive compliance to reporting requirements

Key responsibilities include:

• Perform review and analysis to identify improvement opportunities related to finance processes, automation, controls and governance. This includes identifying and organising findings from the review, analysing their root causes, providing solutions to the findings as well as supporting the implementation of proposed solutions
• Leverage on analytical or digital techniques to perform analysis to drive value and provide meaningful business information effectively, including highlighting potential areas of non-compliance or anomalies
• Assess the requirements of accounting standards, the corresponding change impact and implementation considerations for clients
• Contribute to the planning and execution of project delivery as well as business development related activities
• Engage and establish relationships with client personnel at appropriate levels, consistently deliver quality work products and client services
• Develop and maintain long term client relationships and networks, develop relationships with members across EY practices to serve client needs

Skills and attributes for success

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong drive to excel professionally, and to guide and motivate others
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills
• Dedicated, innovative, resourceful, analytical and able to work under pressure
• Foster an efficient, innovative and team-oriented work environment

To qualify for the role you must have

• A bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field / ACCA affiliate
• Minimum of 3 years of work experience in professional services environment

Ideally, you'll also have

• Completed the designated number of any professional accounting papers i.e. ACCA, CPA, MICPA, ICAEW
• Possess accounting technical capabilities and competency related to process improvement, familiar with enabling technology and innovations for finance function
• Knowledge of new developments in the financial accounting and advisory services capabilities, stay abreast of current business and industry trends relevant to the clients' businesses

What we look for

Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you'll be a confident leader equipped with strong people management skills and a genuine passion to make things happen in a dynamic organization. If you're ready to take on a wide range of responsibilities, and are committed to seeking out new ways to make a difference, this role is for you.

What we offer

EY offers a competitive remuneration package commensurate with your work experience, where you'll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. We are committed to being an inclusive employer and are happy to consider flexible working arrangements (FWA), where this may be needed, guided by our FWA Policy. Plus, we offer:

• Continuous learning: You'll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We'll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We'll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You'll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

The exceptional EY experience. It's yours to build.

EY | Building a better working world

EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets.

Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate.

Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.