Course Description

This course features highlights of the ISCA Conference 2025 held on 12 November 2025.

Synopsis:

In a complex and fast-evolving financial crime landscape, accountants are increasingly on the front lines of Singapore’s AML/CFT regime. This presentation will feature a senior law enforcement officer from the Commercial Affairs Department (CAD) to explore the real-world risks, responsibilities, and repercussions facing the accountancy profession today.

Our speaker will share insights on:

• How criminals misuse professional services and where red flags often go unnoticed;
• Case examples of enforcement action and the implications for practitioners;
• Legal liabilities and ethical dilemmas accountants may face in client work;
• And how firms can protect themselves through strong compliance culture, documentation, and early escalation.
• Expect practical, straight-talking insights from the enforcement angle — to help accountants stay not just compliant, but confident in high-risk situations.

Intended For:

• Audit Professionals / PAIP
• Finance Professionals  / PAIB 
• Public Sector Finance
• C-suite & Directors
• Business Owners

Competency Mapping: 

• CPE Category 2 = 0.5 CPE Hour