PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY:
Hock Soon is an accomplished Chartered Accountant with nearly three decades of experience working with companies and firms across Malaysia, Greater China, ASEAN, Europe, and the USA. He obtained his engineering degree and successfully transitioned to a career in financial services. Hock Soon has consistently demonstrated a versatile skill set and a deep understanding of various domains.
KEY EXPERTISE:
Hock Soon's expertise spans across multiple critical areas, making him a valuable asset in the business world. His core competencies include:
- Audit: Proficient in conducting thorough and insightful audits to ensure financial compliance and accuracy.
- Corporate Strategy and Finance: Experienced in strategic financial planning and execution, driving sustainable growth and profitability.
- Cross-Border Transactions: Skilled in managing and facilitating complex cross-border transactions, fostering international business relations.
- Enterprise Risk Management: Adept at identifying and mitigating risks, safeguarding organizations from potential threats.
- Investor Relations: Demonstrated success in developing and maintaining effective investor relations initiatives to attract and retain investors
CAREER JOURNEY:
Hock Soon's career journey has been marked by steady progression and achievements, culminating in his current role as an Executive Director at BDO Malaysia and BDO ASEAN. He had also held senior leadership roles such as Executive Director cum Chief Financial Officer of a company listed in Europe, Chief Strategy Officer of a Public Listed Company, Audit Partner for BDO in Malaysia, Head of an Audit Department in KPMG Malaysia and Audit Senior Manager in KPMG China. He was also seconded to KPMG US where he gained invaluable experience.
He achieved a remarkable IPO milestone, guiding a company to IPO, raised approximately RM450 million (USD100 million) and achieved a market capitalisation exceeded RM1 billion (USD250 million) in four months whilst he assumed the role of an Executive Director cum Chief Financial Officer.
Country Experience
Malaysia, ASEAN, Greater China, Europe and USA
EDUCATION / QUALIFICATION
- Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England & Wales (“ICAEW”)
- Member of the Malaysian Institute of Certified Public Accountants (“MICPA”)
- Member of the Malaysian Institute of Accountants (“MIA”)
- Member of the Kampuchea Institute of Certified Public Accountants and Auditors (“KICPAA”)
- Bachelor of Civil Engineering, University Technology Malaysia