[HONGSENG] Non Executive Chairman APPOINTMENT - DATUK DR YACOB BIN MUSTAFA on 02-Sep-2024

Announcement Date
02-Sep-2024
Board Member Information:
Date of Change
02-Sep-2024
Type of Change
APPOINTMENT
Designation
Non Executive Chairman
Directorate
Independent and Non Executive
Age
62
Gender
Male
Nationality
Malaysia
Working Experience
Datuk Dr. Yacob Bin Mustafa ("Datuk Dr. Yacob"), C.A(M), FCPA (AUST), CPFA (UK) has a distinguished career in Malaysia's public finance sector, culminating as the Accountant General of Malaysia until his retirement in August 2023.

Starting his career in 1987, Datuk Dr. Yacob swiftly advanced to key positions within the Malaysian government, including Director of the Central Operation & Agency Services Division and Deputy Accountant General (Operation). His tenure as Accountant General from October 2019 to August 2023 was marked by significant enhancements to the nation's financial management systems and policies.

Datuk Dr. Yacob's adaptability and leadership were evident as he worked under multiple finance ministers, greatly influencing Malaysia's fiscal strategic and public sector financial governance.

His influence extends to several board and committee roles, enhancing public finance and administration. He has been a member of the Audit Committee of Perbadanan Insurans & Deposit Malaysia (PIDM) since 2019, and the Finance & Investment Committee of Majlis Agama Islam Wilayah Persekutuan (MAIWP) since 2022. In 2023, he joined the Audit Committee of the Razak School of Government.

Recognized by the Global Accounting Hall of Fame in 2018, Datuk Dr. Yacob's extensive experience and expertise make him a valuable candidate for senior advisory or directorial roles, contributing significantly to financial governance and policy development.
Directorship of Public Companies
Nil
Family Relationship
Nil
Conflict of Interest
Nil
Interest
Nil
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