Darren Liang

ASEAN CPA, C.A. (M), CPA (Aust.), B.Bus (Accounting & Finance), Swinburne

Perth, Western Australia, Australia

About

Following over 9 years of successful experience in Big 4 audit firms, I am responsible for expressing the opinion on those companies' financial statements, review internal controls on those companies of a group with a team of 17 and more than 40 subsidiaries (components and dormant). I have also gain exposure in semiconductors, telecommunications, technologies, property development, construction, consulting, manufacturing, trading, investment holding and general industries. I've always had a strong desire to incorporate technology into my work, which I believe will be crucial in aiding a firm in the future as it attempts to expand its presence in the information technology era. As a qualified professional with CPA Australia, a Bachelor of Business (Accounting and Finance) degree, and unique experiences, which prove to be useful when faced with any job complications. I pursue a strong passion for a contemporary career within the field of accounting, finance, and audit on an international level, which promotes contemporary challenges. Besides that, I am inspired to gain access to experienced professionals' expertise, skills, and valuable insights that allows access to contemporary knowledge. In my leisure moments, I would seek out outdoor activities such as swimming, hiking, and touring nearby nature reserves to supplement my active lifestyle and try to achieve a sense of balance in my life. In addition to the adventure, I like scenic photography and capturing the moments of the surroundings.

Experience

  • Assistant Manager (External Auditor and Audit Technology and Innovation) at KPMG Australia
    Jan 2023 - Present · 3 yrs 6 mos

  • EY (Full-time · 1 yr 1 mo)
    • Audit Manager
      Oct 2022 - Oct 2022 · 1 mo

    • Assistant Audit Manager
      Dec 2021 - Oct 2022 · 11 mos

    • Audit Senior
      Oct 2021 - Nov 2021 · 2 mos

      • Provided guidance, coaching and sharing experiences and exposure to members within the firm and affiliates as well as client. • Discussed with clients and members in developing solutions to problems. • Performed review of engagement to ensure the quality, accuracy and relevance of the deliverables. • Performed budgeting, staffing, risk assessment, and reporting in optimising audit procedures to meet firm deadlines. • Conducted detailed financial statement analysis to detect potential errors and through collaborative inquiry and project review. • Reviewed consolidated account of a Group (including subsidiaries, joint ventures and associates). • Reviewed assessment within the audit engagement specified risks (i.e. acquisition of subsidiaries, associates and formation of the joint venture; going concern of the company; valuation of inventories, trade receivables and property, plant and equipment, and investment properties). • Compiled reports to present key findings to the engagement partner. • Identified key risks in internal client controls and designed tests to detect inadequacies by attaining a comprehensive understanding of client operations. • Develop understanding and apply audit approach and contribute to all stages of audit assurance from planning to completion.

  • KPMG Malaysia (Full-time · 5 yrs 7 mos)
    • Assistant Audit Manager
      Jan 2020 - Jul 2021 · 1 yr 7 mos

      • Led a team of 17 members for the audit of listed companies with over 40 subsidiaries. • Provided guidance, coaching and sharing experiences and exposure to members within the firm. • Discussed with members in developing solutions to problems. • Performed review of engagement to ensure the quality, accuracy and relevance of the deliverables. • Performed budgeting, staffing, risk assessment, and reporting in optimising audit procedures to meet firm deadlines. • Conducted detailed financial statement analysis to detect potential errors and through collaborative inquiry and project review. • Reviewed consolidated account of a Group (including subsidiaries, joint ventures and associates). • Reviewed assessment within the audit engagement specified risks (i.e. acquisition of subsidiaries, associates and formation of the joint venture; going concern of the company; valuation of inventories, trade receivables and property, plant and equipment, and investment properties). • Compiled reports to present key findings to the engagement partner. • Identified key risks in internal client controls and designed tests to detect inadequacies by attaining a comprehensive understanding of client operations. • Develop understanding and apply audit approach and contribute to all stages of audit assurance from planning to completion.

    • Senior Audit Associate
      Jan 2019 - Dec 2019 · 1 yr

      • Develop understanding and apply Audit methodology and contribute to all stages of audit assurance from planning to completion. • Supervised and lead a team on medium to low-risk engagements. • Determines technical knowledge of prevailing audit and accounting standards (inclusive International Financial Reporting Standards). • Plans, designs, and performs appropriate audit procedures for engagements in testing both control and performing substantive under the Audit methodology. • Supported superior in deliverables to meet tight deadlines (especially group engagement) • Prepares technical accounting reports and management reports.

    • Audit Associate
      Jan 2016 - Dec 2018 · 3 yrs

      • Engaged in low-risk engagement such as dormant entities. • Supported seniors in planning, execution, and finalization of the audit. • Identified internal control weaknesses and recommended alternative options • Maintained productive relationships with client contacts while obtaining an understanding of the business and collecting audit evidence.

  • Vacation Trainee at MV Gardens Sdn Bhd
    Jan 2015 - Jan 2015 · 1 mo

    • Assisting accounts executives in preparation of accounts • Developing sales and marketing material of M Hotels • Preparation of executive material for International Energy Week 2015 on behalf of Brooke Renewables Sdn Bhd