Yong Chee Hoong
Senior Audit Associate
Bukit Mertajam
Summary
Self-driven audit professional with 3 years of experience in conducting PCAOB Audit, Local Statutory Audit, Referred Audit Work Engagement, Interoffice Reporting and Agreed Upon Procedures. Recognized for effective communication skills and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Committed to delivering accurate and timely deliverables while ensuring compliance with the relevant standards.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Audit Associate
PricewaterhouseCoopers PLT
07.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and implement robust audit strategies, streamlining audit processes
- Conducted external audit for PCAOB reporting, local statutory reporting, referred audit work engagement, and inter-office reporting, ensuring adherence to regulatory compliance and financial accuracy
- Managed audit timelines and communicated effectively with clients to align expectations and deliver results
- Mentored junior team members, enhancing team skills and promoting a collaborative work environment
Audit Associate
PricewaterhouseCoopers PLT
06.2023 - 06.2025
- Assumed the role of Associate In-Charge for small entities and Agreed-Upon Procedures (AUP)
- Managed multiple audit assignments simultaneously, prioritising tasks and meeting tight deadlines without compromising quality
- Prepared workpapers and documentation to support audit findings and ensure compliance with internal and external standards
- Reviewed client financial statements for compliance with Malaysian Financial Reporting Standards (MFRS), identifying discrepancies and ensuring accuracy
Audit Associate
Ernst and Young PLT
11.2022 - 05.2023
- Assumed the role of Associate In-Charge of IFRS 16 for various-sized entities within the Group, and reported to the manager
- Completed workpapers to required standards and independently corrected errors
Audit Intern
Ernst and Young PLT
02.2022 - 08.2022
- Assisted seniors with ad hoc tasks when required
- Conducted external audits for local statutory reporting of asset management entities
- Responsible for preparing workpapers and reviewing the financial statements of dormant entities
- Team member in charge of all bank confirmations within the Group entities
Education
ACCA Programme - Accounting
Sunway TES CAE
Selangor, Malaysia 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Accounting - Accounting
University of Malaya
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia 04.2001 -
Accounting Programme - Accounting
Perlis Matriculation College
Perlis, Malaysia 04.2001 -
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Financial statements review
- International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) & Malaysian Financial Reporting Standards (MFRS)
- PCAOB & Local Statutory Audits
- Project Management
Accomplishments
- PwC Malaysia 2025 Assurance Awards
- Penang Future Foundation Scholar
- Champion - MICPA Accountancy Week 2021 Accounting Student Quiz
- 2nd Runner Up - MICPA Accountancy Week 2021 Cyberhunt 2nd Runner Up
- Top 5 Finalist - MICPA Accountancy Week 2021 Business Case Challenge MICPA Accountancy Week 2021 Business Case Challenge
- Semi-finalist - Deloitte Tax Challenge 2021
Timeline
Senior Audit Associate
PricewaterhouseCoopers PLT
07.2025 - Current
Audit Associate
PricewaterhouseCoopers PLT
06.2023 - 06.2025
Audit Associate
Ernst and Young PLT
11.2022 - 05.2023
Audit Intern
Ernst and Young PLT
02.2022 - 08.2022
ACCA Programme - Accounting
Sunway TES CAE
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Accounting - Accounting
University of Malaya
04.2001 -
Accounting Programme - Accounting
Perlis Matriculation College
04.2001 -