Nanonets

APRIL 24, 2024

Audit Bank Reconciliation Guide  Both internal and external accounting audits are essential parts of financial management as well as organizational risk management. A bank reconciliation audit is one such process that helps in identifying financial gaps or discrepancies. Looking out for a Reconciliation Software?

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Nanonets

MAY 8, 2023

If not, it may be time to rework your current accounting policies to implement audit trails. Despite what many business owners believe, audit trails aren’t reserved only for companies that receive an audit. Audit trails can prevent fraud, aid in disaster recovery, and ensure compliance with regulatory agencies.

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Audit Procedures Disaster Recovery Reconciliation 52

VISTA InfoSec

JANUARY 22, 2024

Requirement and Testing Procedures 3.2.a Requirement and Testing Procedures 3.2.a Requirement and Testing Procedures 3.1 Minimize cardholder data storage by implementing policies, procedures, and processes for data retention and disposal. Protect sensitive authentication data before authorization. PCI DSS v3.2.1

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Neopay

DECEMBER 16, 2024

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) continues its commitment to guiding firms on embedding the Consumer Duty by publishing two insightful reports. Robust processes: Established procedures for report production, involving relevant business areas and governance bodies.

Consumer 52

Consumer Compliance Audit Government 52

Nanonets

JANUARY 1, 2024

In this blog, we'll delve into what invoice audits entail and why they are crucial for the financial integrity of businesses. What is an Accounts Payable Audit?    An Account Payable Audit is a process by which the financial records of the accounts payable department are examined by an auditor.

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Audit Automation Compliance Verification 52

Neopay

APRIL 10, 2025

This follows a 2022 penalty of 70,000 for delayed accounts and after previous attention of the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority in 2019 on AML compliance. How Neopay can help At Neopay, we’re experts at helping regulated businesses build, audit, and enhance their compliance frameworksbefore the regulators come knocking.

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Central Bank Money Laundering AML Financial Crimes 52

Stax

MARCH 18, 2025

A typical payment processing procedure involves multiple parties, including the merchant, customer, payment processor, payment gateway, issuing bank, acquiring bank, and card networks. It authorizes or declines payments based on available funds and fraud checks. Ideally, you want instant or same-day fund settlement.

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Process Payment APIs and Integration Processors Online and Mobile Banking 88

VISTA InfoSec

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

So, in a world where regulatory scrutiny is increasing, especially in sectors like finance and healthcare, SaaS companies must align with PCI DSS to meet regulatory requirements to authorize transactions and avoid penalties, fees, or, in severe cases, a ban on processing credit cards by major payment brands (e.g. Visa, MasterCard, etc.)

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PCI DSS Compliance Encryption Audit 130

VISTA InfoSec

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

So, in a world where regulatory scrutiny is increasing, especially in sectors like finance and healthcare, SaaS companies must align with PCI DSS to meet regulatory requirements to authorize transactions and avoid penalties, fees, or, in severe cases, a ban on processing credit cards by major payment brands (e.g. Visa, MasterCard, etc.)

PCI DSS 130

PCI DSS Compliance Encryption Audit 130

PYMNTS

APRIL 15, 2019

According to Bloomberg , EY is accused of failing to notify authorities when it discovered red flags related to the Danske Bank money laundering case. And KPMG said it “reacted and drew attention to, among other things, procedural failures in connection with the area of money laundering, both to the management and the board.

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Money Laundering Audit Authorization Procedures 70

VISTA InfoSec

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Establish protocols for communicating with external parties, such as law enforcement, in multiple languages: Knowing how to quickly share info with authorities in various countries can speed up response times. Train employees regularly on these policies and procedures Make training available in all relevant languages.

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Cybersecurity Compliance Encryption Best Practices 147

VISTA InfoSec

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

The requirement mandates that software development procedures must be documented and examined to ensure that all security considerations are integrated into every stage of the development process. It required code changes to be reviewed by others than the author, following secure coding practices. is now 6.2.2. PCI DSS v3.2.1

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Global Fintech & Digital Assets

MARCH 5, 2024

Banks are expected to apply the follow guidance in connection with their digital asset custodial services: Governance and risk management : Prior to launching digital asset custodial services, banks are expected to undertake a comprehensive risk assessment and to implement appropriate policies and procedures to mitigate identified risks.

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Authorization Product Procedures Due Diligence 59

Stax

DECEMBER 4, 2023

TL;DR An anti-money laundering (AML) program is a set of laws and procedures that seek to uncover attempts to disguise illicit money as legitimate. An anti-money laundering (AML) program is a set of laws and procedures that seek to uncover attempts to disguise illicit money as legitimate. Let’s get started.

Money Laundering 88

Money Laundering Compliance AML BSA 88

The Payments Association

MAY 16, 2025

A 2024 joint survey by the Bank of England (BoE) and the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) found that 72% of UK-regulated firms are actively using or piloting AI and machine learning toolsan increase from 67% in 2022. Assign ownership, implement approval processes, and establish escalation procedures.

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Compliance AI Risk Audit 88

Open Banking Excellence

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

The Bank of England, Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA) and Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) have already completed much of the work on operational resilience guidelines. This should include policies, procedures, protocols, and tools needed to protect your organisation’s assets.

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FinTech Compliance Regulations Non-Bank 130

Nanonets

MAY 22, 2023

Financial controls are the procedures, policies, and means by which an organization monitors and manages its revenues, costs, budgets, cash flow, and other financial aspects. Setting up regular financial audits Regular financial audits are essential for ensuring that the financial controls in place are working as intended.

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Automation Procedures Audit Process 98

Neopay

MARCH 14, 2024

Safeguarding of client funds continues to be a high priority for the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) in the payments and e-money markets. This includes proposals on firms’ systems and controls and improving FCA oversight through improved reporting and independent audit of firms safeguarding arrangements.

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Audit Risk Assessment Reconciliation Due Diligence 59

EBizCharge

MARCH 18, 2025

Role-based access and user authentication: A Sage 100 integration enhances security by enabling role-based access controls for payment data, ensuring only authorized users can process transactions or view sensitive information. These measures help detect suspicious activity, prevent unauthorized transactions, and reduce chargeback risks.

Credit Cards 52

Credit Cards Process Security Data Breach 52

Neopay

AUGUST 5, 2024

Effective safeguarding training covers the policies, procedures, and regulations that must be adhered to in order to minimise risks and maintain compliance with regulatory standards. Detailed records of all safeguarding training should be maintained for audit purposes.

Compliance 52

Compliance Procedures Audit Risk Management 52

VISTA InfoSec

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Specific Requirement - New: Rules for limited shared account use (duration, documentation, approval, auditability). Changes Core Focus Limiting database access to programmatic methods (apps, stored procedures) and database administrators. Apps access data in line with their user roles (authorization levels). a (v3.2.1) -> 8.2.2.a

PCI DSS 130

PCI DSS Best Practices Authentication Rules 130

The Payments Association

OCTOBER 11, 2024

The Financial Conduct Authority’s (FCA) proposed reforms to strengthen consumer fund safeguarding in the payments and e-money sectors. Firms must prepare for these changes by improving their internal processes, conducting audits, and adapting to new compliance requirements to ensure seamless implementation of the FCA’s reforms.

Due Diligence 88

Due Diligence Audit Reconciliation Compliance 88

FloQast

MARCH 25, 2024

About the Author: Katie Thomas, CPA, is a content creator, 2021 & 2022 40 under 40 CPA Practice Advisor recipient, Top 50 Women in Accounting recipient, and the owner of Leaders Online, where they help accounting professionals increase their impact, influence, and income through thought leadership and digital marketing.

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Close Processes Compliance Automation Risk 105

The Payments Association

JANUARY 29, 2025

Following the Financial Conduct Authoritys (FCA) 2020 visit, the FCA imposed a Voluntary Requirement (VREQ) to restrict new high-risk customer onboarding while CBPL remediated its controls. MillionAML The Financial Conduct Authority fined Metro Bank 16.7 July 2024: CB Payments Limited (Coinbase UK)3.5 November: Metro Bank16.6

Financial Crimes 88

Financial Crimes Crime Due Diligence Money Laundering 88

Nanonets

JULY 11, 2023

They are designed to ensure that purchases made by the organization are authorized, appropriate, and comply with relevant policies and regulations. The main objectives of purchases controls include: Authorization and Approval: Purchases controls ensure that all purchases are properly authorized by authorized personnel within the organization.

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Procedures Audit Mitigation Assessments 40

PYMNTS

AUGUST 13, 2018

As a result of the alert, the FBI offered up advice for banks, including: implementing “separation of duties or dual authentication procedures for account balance, or withdrawal increases above” a certain amount; putting in place application white-listing to block malware from being executed; monitoring, auditing and limiting “administrator and business (..)

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FBI ATM Scams Third Party Vendors 58

EBizCharge

JULY 16, 2024

This article will explore the essential aspects of staying compliant with NACHA rules, such as risk management, data security, authorization protocols, and more, to help institutions maintain the highest standards of operational integrity and customer trust. What is NACHA?

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NACHA Nacha Rules ACH Network ACH 52

VISTA InfoSec

JULY 5, 2023

Medical data may be transferred to healthcare authorities and government bodies when necessary. This widely accepted set of policies and procedures is designed to enhance the security of credit, debit, and cash card transactions, while also protecting cardholders from the misuse of their personal information.

PCI DSS 130

PCI DSS Compliance Data Breach Breach 130

Neopay

OCTOBER 3, 2024

The recent £29 million fine imposed on Starling Bank by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) for financial crime failings offers important lessons for businesses in the e-money and payments industry. Key takeaway : If your business deals with high-risk clients, it’s crucial to implement enhanced due diligence procedures.

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Financial Crimes Crime Due Diligence Compliance 59

Nanonets

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Remember that internal controls are procedures and processes management emplace to ensure accounting integrity and financial transparency. In this case, the referee (actual control measures and checks) uses the playbook (company procedures built on accepted accounting principles) to manage the game (financial reporting).

Audit 52

Audit Risk Assessment Assessments Procedures 52

FICO

OCTOBER 26, 2017

This process has to be audit-proof. The intergovernmental agreements (IGAs) for FATCA consider a FATCA compliance check through the IRS – the audit trail is important to avoid getting the recalcitrant status. In several countries, the Competent Authority requires additional information within the report.

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Compliance IRS Agreements Audit 53

Neopay

DECEMBER 5, 2024

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has issued important updates to its Financial Crime Guide, following a public consultation on proposed changes. Audit Support : Neopay provides independent audits of your financial crime systems, giving you peace of mind that your controls are robust and meet regulatory standards.

Financial Crimes 52

Financial Crimes Crime Money Laundering Risk Assessment 52

Neopay

OCTOBER 10, 2024

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has issued two significant “Dear CEO” letters, marking the implementation of the new requirements for reimbursing victims of Authorised Push Payment (APP) fraud. This includes both the technical aspects, such as transaction monitoring, and the human elements, such as staff training and procedural reviews.

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Due Diligence Fraud Prevention Financial Crimes Compliance 52

PYMNTS

NOVEMBER 26, 2018

The researchers examined executive pay as a risk factor because auditing standards include executive compensation in their risk assessment and prior research. Twelve percent of companies analyzed had at least one C-level executive with prior audit experience , either as a partner or manager of a public accounting firm.

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Compromise Accounts Audit Risk 51

The Payments Association

MAY 16, 2025

Applicable to large organisations, the offence imposes criminal liability if firms do not have adequate fraud prevention procedures in place, even if senior leadership is unaware of the misconduct. Non-compliance could lead to regulatory enforcement by national authorities, as well as reputational harm and potential exclusion from EU markets.

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Regulations ISO 20022 Cross-Border Legal 88

Neopay

JUNE 27, 2024

Compliance policies and procedures: Develop comprehensive compliance policies and procedures that address key regulatory requirements, such as anti-money laundering (AML) and Know Your Customer (KYC) obligations (see below). Staff training: Provide regular training to your staff on AML obligations, red flags, and reporting procedures.

Financial Crimes 52

Financial Crimes Money Laundering Compliance Crime 52

Stax

JANUARY 15, 2024

Follow these tips to stick to federal regulations: Refer to federal regulations when drafting internal policies and procedures. Subscribe to regulatory updates or newsletters from relevant federal authorities, such as the PCI Security Standards Council (​​more on this later)​​. Security audits. End-to-end encryption.

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Credit Cards PCI DSS Compliance Process 88