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Australia is reforming its Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorist Financing (AML/CTF) regime by introducing an outcomes-based framework to enhance effectiveness and align with international standards.

Australia's amended AML/CTF Act introduces an outcome-based framework, focusing on achieving effective results in combating money laundering and terrorism financing (ML/TF) rather than just adhering to prescriptive rules. This approach aligns with international standards set by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF).

Money Laundering / Terrorism Financing (ML/TF) risk assessment is a process of identifying, assessing, and understanding the risks of money laundering and terrorist financing (ML/TF) that an organisation may face. It involves evaluating various factors to determine the level of risk and the implementation of appropriate measures to mitigate those risks.

Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing (AML/CTF) program is crucial for organisations to comply with AML/CTF obligations and requirements. Under the AML/CTF Act 2006, all reporting entities must establish and maintain an AML/CTF program that identifies, mitigates, and manages their money laundering and terrorism financing (ML/TF) risks, and addresses the AML/CTF system and control requirements set out in the AML/CTF Rules.

Explore the key roles and responsibilities in AML/CTF governance, including the involvement of the Board, senior management, and compliance officers. Understand the amended AML/CTF Act 2024 requirements, risk management strategies, and the importance of fostering a culture of compliance within organizations.

The ATO has tightened exemption criteria for country-by-country reporting, effective January 1, 2024. Taxpayers will need to submit more information, aligning with the ATO's focus on international tax risks and local file reporting.

In the latest episode of Beyond the Numbers with Grant Thornton, Partner & National Head of Forensic Consulting Alex Bell and Management Consulting Partner Chris Wong talk through the importance of independent payroll remediation reviews.

In the latest episode of Beyond the Numbers with Grant Thornton, our Brisbane Office Chair and Tax Partner Sian Sinclair and Risk Consulting Partner Jarrod Lean discuss opportunities, challenges, procurement risks and strategies.

Australia's financial landscape is evolving with the phase-out of cheques and BECS payment systems. This mean your business will need to navigate changes to payment processes and manage evolving compliance requirements, as we transition to real-time, instant payments in Australia.

In this episode, Director of Operations at Walk Free, Katharine Bryant, discusses the rising wave of socially responsible generations wanting to make a difference, the methodology behind the Global Slavery Index as well as the challenges in collecting data, and what more can be done to eradicate modern slavery.

To position your business for resilience and success as we approach a new financial year, it’s important to consider key trends impacting the banking sector to help you navigate the evolving regulatory and risk landscape.

Global Internal Audit Standards (GIAS), it aims to improve and clarify both mandatory requirements and recommended guidance for the Internal Audit function, in turn improving the quality of Internal Audit across the industry.