New Licensing Regime for Accountants offering SMSF Advice

If you’re an accountant providing advice in relation to self-managed superannuation funds (SMSFs), as of 1 July 2016 you require an Australian Financial Service Licence (AFSL). This requirement is due to a change in the Corporations Regulations where accountants will no longer be exempt from holding an AFSL when providing advice. The Federal Govern...

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Sarah Chapman

As the Head of Licensing, Sarah has oversight and responsibility for all AFS and credit licence applications ensuring they fulfil the legal and regulatory guidelines set by ASIC. Sarah also assists clients maintain their licences through ongoing compliance processes and procedures and the development of compliance programs. She also has oversight of all AUSTRAC registrations and development of Anti-Money Laundering / Counter Terrorism Financing programs on behalf of clients.

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