Year-End AML Update for Accountants - Key Developments from 2026 & 2027 Outlook

Introduction

Accounting practices are required to ensure that AML and CTF policies, procedures, internal controls and risk assessments remain current and that staff receive timely, effective training on evolving requirements.

As the year draws to a close, firms face the additional challenge of reviewing the effectiveness of their frameworks while preparing for regulatory priorities in the year ahead.

The AML and CTF landscape has seen significant developments throughout 2026, with further changes anticipated as regulators reflect on enforcement outcomes, thematic reviews and emerging risks. Legislative amendments, updated guidance and evolving supervisory expectations mean that firms must remain alert, responsive and forward-looking.

This live, interactive virtual classroom session provides a clear and structured year-end update on AML and CTF developments, helping firms assess what has changed during 2026 and what to prepare for in 2027.

The session is particularly relevant for MLROs and deputy MLROs, compliance officers and others with responsibility for AML/CTF oversight, as well as professionals who wish to remain informed of current regulatory expectations and best practice.

What You Will Learn

This live and interactive session will cover the following:

• Key legislative and regulatory developments in 2026
• A recap of the most significant AML and CTF changes introduced during 2026
• New or amended requirements affecting accounting firms
• Regulatory focus and supervisory activity
• A brief overview of regulator activity during 2026, including AML annual reports, inspections and thematic reviews
• Common weaknesses and areas of concern identified by supervisors
• Lessons learned from regulatory feedback and findings
• Implications for policies, procedures and controls
• Practical considerations for year-end reviews of AML frameworks
• Updating risk assessments, client due diligence processes and internal controls
• Ensuring policies and procedures remain aligned with current expectations
• Key data, trends and emerging risks
• Notable statistics, typologies and trends highlighted by regulators during 2026
• Emerging risks relevant to accounting firms as the year closes
• How these trends should inform firm-wide risk assessments
• Consequences of non-compliance
• Enforcement action taken during 2026
• Financial penalties, remediation requirements and reputational impact
• Key takeaways from recent cases
• Looking ahead to 2027
• Anticipated regulatory priorities for the coming year
• Expected legislative, supervisory and enforcement developments
• Practical steps firms should consider as part of their forward planning

Recording of live sessions: Soon after the Learn Live session has taken place you will be able to go back and access the recording - should you wish to revisit the material discussed.