New AML & CTF Obligations - An Action Plan for Accountants

Don’t miss out on essential updates for accountants as the Tranche 2 amendments to the AML/CTF legislation come into effect from 1 July 2026.

This session is designed for accountants and other providers of professional services - covering the new ‘designated services’ and outlining accountants’ key obligations under the Anti‑Money Laundering and Counter‑Terrorism Financing Act.

In this session, we cover:

• New 'designated services' applicable to accountants and other professional advisers​

  • Item 1: Assisting in the planning or execution of a transaction to sell, buy or transfer real estate

  • Item 2: ​Assisting with a change in ownership​

  • Item 3: Receiving, holding and controlling client assets​

  • Item 4: Equity or Debt Financing​

  • Item 5: Selling or transferring a shelf company​

  • Item 6: Creating or restructuring a company or other legal arrangement

  • Items 7 & 8: Acting, or arranging for a person to act, in particular positions

  • Item 9: Providing registered office or principal place of business

• Key obligations under the AML/CTF Act

  • Enrolment requirements

  • Getting Staff Ready

  • Customer Due Diligence (CDD)

  • Reporting Obligations

  • Record keeping requirements

• Practical steps for Accountants