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Embed ESG risks into strategy and culture to drive sustainability beyond compliance.

ASIC’s review of 50 responsible entities revealed outdated and incomplete compliance plans – some missing key regulatory obligations like DDO and IDR entirely. With investigations now underway, responsible entities must act.

In this episode, Risk Consulting Partners and AML/CTF experts Neil Jeans and Katherine Shamai discuss the implications of the new AML/CTF Amendment Act, AUSTRAC’s expanded authority to investigate organisations, and the important questions Board should be asking management teams when it comes to the new reforms.

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.

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.

Learn about the regulatory exposure related to providing financial accommodations and how to comply with the AML/CTF Act. Discover real-world examples and understand the obligations, including AUSTRAC enrolment and how to mitigate financial penalties.

As the CPS 234 Information Security tripartite review program nears its end in June 2024, APRA-regulated entities face a critical moment. The upcoming CPS 230 Operational Risk Management implementation is closely linked to CPS 234, requiring preparation from regulated entities and service providers.

Discover APRA's proposed new guidelines on Interest Rate Risk in Banking Book (IRRBB) through APS 117, impacting non-significant financial institutions (non-SFI). Learn about key requirements, including risk management framework integration, technology capacity assessment, and data quality evaluation, ensuring compliance and effective risk management.

Read more for insights from the latest APRA statistics and ICAAP reviews highlighting the Australian banking sector's strengthened capital management. Learn key considerations for ADIs to balance risk and growth effectively, including data quality, operational risk focus, and leveraging automation.

Local councils play a pivotal role in the governance and development of communities and are responsible for a myriad of services and decisions that directly impact the daily lives of residents.

In this episode of Navigating the New Normal, Katherine Shamai, Partner in the Risk Consulting team unpacks what modern slavery is and what businesses are required to report in Australia.

CFOs have a pivotal role in preventing and mitigating fraud risks within organisations. They should establish a strong governance framework promoting ethical behaviour, transparency, and accountability. Collaborating with technology leaders, CFOs can implement anti-fraud technology, stress-testing measures, and anti-money laundering controls. Maintaining an ethical culture through awareness, education, and reporting mechanisms is crucial.