About Kelvin Chew

​Kelvin Chew is the Managing Partner of HLB Ler Lum Chew PLT, bringing over 15 years of professional experience in audit and assurance. Kelvin has managed a diverse portfolio of medium to large-sized entities, including public listed and multinational companies across industries such as information technology, property development, construction, power generation, food and beverage, telecommunications, oil and gas, and manufacturing. His expertise encompasses coordinating cross-jurisdictional component auditors for clients with a global presence, serving as a reporting accountant for special corporate exercises, acting as an expert witness in court proceedings, and delivering presentations at events organized by the Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA) and the Malaysian Institute of Certified Public Accountants (MICPA).​

Kelvin holds a Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting and Finance from Monash University, Australia. He is a member of the Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA), the Malaysian Institute of Certified Public Accountants (MICPA), and Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ). Additionally, he is a registered auditor with the Audit Oversight Board (AOB). His active involvement extends to serving on MIA’s Auditing and Assurance Standards Board (AASB) and MICPA’s Public Practice Committee (PPC), reflecting his commitment to the advancement of the accounting profession. ​

Throughout his career, Kelvin has provided audit services to public listed companies with market capitalizations ranging from small to large, as well as conglomerates, multinationals, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and not-for-profit entities. His experience includes conducting special purpose audits, reviews, and other assurance engagements; acting as a reporting accountant for corporate exercises such as initial public offerings (IPOs), regularization plans for PN17 or GN3 companies, fund-raising initiatives, and significant acquisitions; reviewing profit and cash flow forecasts and projections; and performing financial due diligence reviews. Kelvin also actively conducts external technical training and workshops for both staff and clients of the firm, emphasizing his dedication to continuous professional development.