AML Compliance and accountancy sub-contractors
A question we are often asked is, ‘Do sub-contract accountants and bookkeepers have to register themselves separately for AML purposes as accountancy service providers?’
The danger of an old FWRA
Every accountant knows that you would not rely on old tax books to advise your clients. But you should not rely on old AML compliance documents either.
Handing over your file to the authorities
What should you do if the police or HMRC tell you they are going to obtain a court order requiring you to hand over your file relating to a specific client? And, perhaps even more importantly, what should you NOT do?
How I can fix your AML compliance
Speaking at Accountex North in Manchester I described how I could solve your AML problems in just one day
What I didn’t say at Accountex
My answers to some frequently asked questions relating to electronic ID checks, AML compliance software and CDD on directors of client companies
What I said at Accountex Manchester 2023
David Winch spoke at Accountex Manchester on 19 September 2023 on the topic of AML Compliance. This article mentions the key points from that session.
Accountex Manchester 2023
David Winch will be speaking at Accountex Manchester on Tuesday 19 September 2023 on dealing with the AML supervisory bodies and pitfalls to be avoided.
AML Red Flags for accountants
Anti-money laundering training covers red flags, warning signs that money laundering may be occurring. But does the training get this right?
Is it good to be the MLRO?
Are you the MLRO in an accountancy practice? We can help you get your AML compliance sorted – before a supervisor calls!
A dangerous little form
There is a dangerous little online form used by one of the AML supervisory bodies for UK accountants. It looks innocuous but an error can have serious consequences!
We have not filed any SARs
Will we get criticised by our Money Laundering supervisors if we have not made any Suspicious Activity Reports?
Supporting MLROs in accountancy firms
Our menu of MLRO support services for MLROs in accountancy firms
The role of the MLRO in an accountancy firm
What is the MLRO’s role in an accountancy firm and what are his or her duties and responsibilities?
AML Compliance reviews – the 4 situations
Some straightforward DO’s and DON’T’s for MLROs in accountancy firms in relation to AML Compliance reviews
AML Compliance – the 6 fundamentals
AML Compliance for accountants – What are the bare minimum requirements?
