All money services businesses (MSBs) are required to designate a Compliance Officer as identified in the five key compliance pillars compiled by the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA). COMPLIANCE PILLARS: Designation of a compliance officer Development of internal policies procedures and controls Ongoing relevant training of employees Independent testing and review Beneficial ownership The classification of […]
This ultimate regulatory compliance checklist will help any Money Services Business (MSB) stay up-to-date with current BSA guidelines. Rules and regulations are constantly changing in the Money Services Business industry. It is your responsibility to update your BSA/AML/OFAC Compliance Program to reflect these changes and any other modifications in your money services at least annually. […]
When deciding on if your employees need compliance training, there are a few things to consider. WHO NEEDS TRAINING It is generally considered an industry best practice to have any employee performing a money service transaction to have adequate and ongoing training. This includes any employee that cashes a third party check, conducts a money […]
Our CAMS experts have put together a comprehensive compliance checklist to help you stay on track and stay up-to-date with current BSA regulations. Rules and regulations are constantly changing in the Money Services Business industry. It is your responsibility to update your BSA/AML/OFAC Compliance Program to reflect these changes and any other modifications in your […]
An Anti Money Laundering (AML) Program is a set of policies, procedures and internal controls designed to prevent money laundering and terrorist financing. If you are a business that provides money services, you will need an AML Program to satisfy regulators, avoid costly fines and prevent criminal punishment. MONEY SERVICES BUSINESS An organization that provides […]
