Under the requirements of Sections 22 and 23 of the Accountants Act 1967, you cannot practice or hold yourself out as an accountant in Malaysia unless you are registered as a member of the Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA).
This includes holding company positions such as finance manager, accounts manager, financial controller, general manager finance or any other similar descriptions. Therefore, if you intend to work as an accountant, you must register with the MIA.
Members of CPA Australia who hold CPA status are eligible for admission to the Malaysian Institute of Accountants without further requirement.
