Professional Certificate in AML for Accounting (AML.A)

This professional certificate has been designed to provide accountants with a holistic overview to understand the risks associated with money laundering and financial activities and their role in detecting and reporting them. The certificate equips accountants with the necessary knowledge and skills to identify and prevent money laundering and financial crimes activities.

What you will learn

• Gain an understanding of the AML risks faced by accountants, external auditors and tax advisors.
• Identify potential AML red flags and suspicious transactions in respect of clients, client accounts and client transactions.
• Implement robust due diligence procedures, and contribute to the prevention and detection of financial crimes.
• Understand topics such as customer due diligence, enhanced due diligence, beneficial ownership identification, and the reporting of suspicious activity.
• Understand the obligations of accountants, external auditors and tax advisors under regulatory requirements.

Curriculum

1. 01AML and Financial Crimes Foundations
2. 02Risk Management and Mitigation Strategies
3. 03Detection and Investigation of Money Laundering and Financial Crimes Activities
4. 04The Role of Accountants in Fighting Financial Crimes

Who it is for

• Accountants
• External auditors
• Tax advisors

Examination & CPD

All candidates must sign the APAA Code of Ethics prior to certification. See the full certification requirements.