Biography
Mr Lau commenced his professional career with Peat Marwick, Penang, where he trained in both audit and taxation. During his articleship, he qualified as a member of the Malaysian Institute of Certified Public Accountants (MICPA) and was awarded double gold medals for achieving the highest marks in two professional examination papers.
In 1979, he joined Chua & Associates as a Partner, following which the firm was renamed Chua, Lau & Associates. The Firm subsequently grew into one of the pioneering local accounting practices in Penang and operated as the Northern Branch of one of Malaysia's top five accounting firms. The Firm was later renamed KS Lau & Co. and continued its growth as a leading professional services firm in the region.
With a special interest in taxation, Mr Lau has successfully advised and represented numerous clients in tax investigations, audits and dispute resolution matters throughout his career.
Mr Lau is an Approved Company Auditor and a Licensed Tax Agent. He currently serves as an Audit Partner and the Managing Director of the Firm's Tax Department.
