FIC Compliance For Accountable Institutions


Date: Sep 22, 2026 - Sep 22, 2026

CPD hours: 2 Hours

Time: 10:00 - 12:00

Event Type: Webinar

Presenter: TBA

Financial Intelligence Centre (FIC) compliance is a critical regulatory obligation for accounting institutions classified as Accountable Institutions under the Financial Intelligence Centre Act (FICA).

Overview    

Financial crime continues to pose significant risks to the integrity of South Africa’s financial system. Accountable Institutions are required to comply with the Financial Intelligence Centre Act (FICA) and its associated regulations to prevent money laundering, terrorist financing, and related offences.

This webinar provides a practical and structured overview of FIC compliance obligations, focusing on the responsibilities of Accountable Institutions, common compliance pitfalls, and how to implement effective risk-based controls in line with regulatory expectations.


Learning objectives   

Attending this webinar will equip you with the following skills:  

  • Understand the legislative framework governing FIC compliance

  • Identify the compliance obligations of Accountable Institutions

  • Apply a risk-based approach to customer due diligence

  • Recognise and manage money laundering and terrorist financing risks

  • Strengthen internal controls and reporting processes


Content   

The webinar will cover the following topics:  

  • Overview of the Financial Intelligence Centre Act and its purpose

  • Accountable Institutions: scope, roles, and responsibilities

  • Risk Management and Compliance Programme (RMCP) requirements

  • Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and enhanced due diligence

  • Record-keeping and reporting obligations

  • Suspicious and unusual transaction reporting

  • Administrative sanctions and enforcement trends

  • Common compliance challenges and practical solutions


Obtaining your CPD certificate  

This training is compliant with the International Education Standard (IES7) issued by the International Federation of Accountants and recognised for CPD by relevant professional bodies including ACCA, CIMA, IAC, IIA, SAICA and SAIPA.  

All attendees are issued with a CPD certificate available in an online profile.  


Who should attend?  

The following persons will benefit from attending this webinar:  

  • Practising accountants including: CA(SA), Professional Accountant (SA), AGA(SA), FCCA, BAP(SA), BA(SA) and ACCA.  

  • Registered auditors.  

  • Audit managers.  

  • Trainee accountants.  


Price 

  • R 450.00 - Online admission - Individual.  

  • Group Price 1 - From R337 per person (up to 5 users)   

  • Group Price 2 - From R260 per person (up to 10 users)   

  • Group Price 3 - From R224 per person (over 11 users)  

 

Steps to register for the event:   

If you already have a profile, login and register for the webinar.  

If you don’t have a profile, create a free profile then login and register for the webinar.  

Click here to create a free profile (There is no charge to create a profile and gain access to our free Monthly Practice Management Series).  

Click here to find out about the Technical Resource Centre & CPD Subscription options.  


Additional material  

By attending this webinar you will be provided with:  

  • A summarised slide presentation.  

  • Reference documents and/or course material where available.  

  • You can ask questions during the webinar and you will also have access to the presenter after the webinar.  


Corporate training solutions  

At the Accounting Academy, we recognize the evolving needs of businesses in today's dynamic environment. Beyond our standard webinar offerings, we provide tailored corporate training solutions designed to empower your team with the latest in accounting and professional skills. Whether you're looking for online sessions or face-to-face training, our programs are crafted to ensure a comprehensive and engaging learning experience.  

Drawing inspiration from modern training methodologies, our corporate solutions are interactive, adaptable, and focused on real-world applications. We prioritize hands-on learning, ensuring your team can immediately apply their newfound knowledge in practical scenarios.  

Interested in a bespoke corporate training experience? Reach out to us at corporate@accountingacademy.co.za or call 010 593 0466. Together, let's design a training program that elevates your team's capabilities and aligns with your organizational goals.  


Contact us   

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