FATCA Compliance for Financial Professionals Training Course

Audience

This course is designed for all Senior Managers who require a practical understanding of AML and CTF prevention, as well as awareness of other relevant and current financial crime issues.

Course Format

The program combines the following methods:

• Facilitated discussions
• Slide presentations
• Case studies
• Practical examples

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Explain strategies for preventing AML and CTF
• Understand the key components of AML and CTF relevant to their organization, including national and international efforts to combat these crimes
• Define how companies and their employees should protect themselves against the risks of money laundering and terrorist financing
• Detail how an organization may become a target for money laundering and terrorist financing, and explain which 'red flags' can help identify, prevent, and report suspicious or actual criminal activity
• Gain insight into other significant 'hot spots' in financial crime

Finance / Management

This instructor-led, live training (available online or onsite) is designed for manufacturing managers and engineers who want to improve their skills in evaluating investments, developing solid business cases, and presenting compelling arguments for capital projects.

By the end of this course, participants will be able to calculate and apply core investment appraisal metrics to manufacturing scenarios, construct a full CAPEX investment case including cash flow projections and sensitivity analysis, utilize templates and Capex Cards to streamline the approval process, and prepare clear executive-level narratives to justify capital expenditure requests.

The Cost Center module focuses on the processes and best practices for managing overhead, calculating BOM costs, and determining product-level costing across manufacturing and service operations.

This instructor-led, live training (available online or onsite) targets intermediate-level practitioners seeking to configure, operate, and validate cost center routines within enterprise environments.

Upon completing this course, participants will gain the ability to:

• Create, configure, and maintain cost centers that align with organizational structures.
• Build and validate BOM costing using standard, activity-based, and overhead allocation methods.
• Integrate machine hours, operator hours, and labor metrics into cost center calculations.
• Apply absorption costing principles to ensure accurate product and period-end valuations.

Format of the Course

• Guided instruction with case-based demonstrations.
• Hands-on costing exercises and spreadsheet-based modeling.
• Application-focused labs simulating real costing and reconciliation workflows.

Course Customization Options

• For tailored content, industry-specific costing models, or ERP platform alignment, please contact us.

This course delivers a thorough examination of institutional due diligence frameworks tailored for financial entities, blending regulatory, financial, operational, and ethical compliance aspects. It connects Common Reporting Standard (CRS) mandates with extensive due diligence components spanning management, governance, technology, and business operations.

Delivered via instructor-led live sessions (either online or onsite), this training targets intermediate-level compliance, risk, and operations professionals aiming to establish a comprehensive due diligence program that adheres to international best practices and jurisdictional regulations.

After completing this training, participants will be equipped to:

• Grasp and apply due diligence principles across institutional, financial, legal, and operational spheres.
• Execute CRS and FATCA-aligned due diligence processes for tax-residency verification and reporting.
• Incorporate governance, ESG, and business integrity measures into compliance systems.
• Construct risk-based due diligence frameworks encompassing management, marketing, and IT functions.
• Readiness internal teams for audits, regulatory reviews, and ongoing improvement cycles.

Course Format

• Interactive lectures and discussions.
• Case studies and collaborative exercises.
• Practical application using mock due diligence documentation and workflows.

Customization Options

• To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.

This instructor-led, live training in Czech Republic (online or onsite) is designed for finance and legal professionals seeking to master the principles and practices of extrajudicial and judicial collection, empowering them to effectively manage and resolve collection issues.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Grasp the advantages and disadvantages of both extrajudicial and judicial collection.
• Apply key methods and techniques associated with extrajudicial and judicial collection.
• Evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of extrajudicial and judicial collection processes.
• Address the legal and ethical considerations inherent in extrajudicial and judicial collection.
• Integrate extrajudicial and judicial collection strategies in a comprehensive and coherent manner.

The CRS represents the OECD standard for the automatic exchange of financial account information across jurisdictions. It is designed to combat cross-border tax evasion by requiring financial institutions to identify and report accounts held by foreign tax residents.

This instructor-led live training (available online or onsite) targets intermediate-level compliance and operational professionals who aim to implement robust CRS-focused policies, execute accurate tax-residency due diligence, and align internal processes with reporting requirements similar to those of FATCA.

By the conclusion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Describe the CRS reporting framework, key definitions, and jurisdictional obligations under the OECD standard.
• Apply CRS due diligence procedures, including indicia searches and self-certification handling, to accurately identify reportable accounts.
• Map and align internal KYC/AML workflows to meet CRS requirements and related FATCA-like obligations.
• Design controls, data workflows, and reporting processes to generate compliant CRS submissions.

Course Format

• Interactive lectures and discussions.
• Practical exercises and template-based labs, such as self-certification review and indicia assessment.
• Hands-on implementation examples for operationalizing CRS within onboarding and reporting systems.

Customization Options

• To request a customized version of this course, covering jurisdiction-specific rules, systems integration, or an in-depth comparison with FATCA, please contact us to arrange.

This instructor-led, live training (available online or onsite) is designed for managers who want to identify and reduce the risk of fraud affecting eCommerce merchants.

Upon completing this training, participants will be able to:

• Comprehend how eCommerce fraud occurs.
• Analyze vulnerabilities within their company's eCommerce platform and processes.
• Evaluate a company's readiness to adopt new anti-fraud measures.
• Communicate and integrate appropriate anti-fraud policies.

Course Format

• Interactive lectures and discussions.
• Extensive exercises and practice.
• Hands-on implementation in a live-lab environment.

Course Customization Options

• To request customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.

This Excel training for financial analysis focuses on advanced spreadsheet techniques essential for finance professionals. The curriculum covers lookup functions, search formulas, Pivot Charts, conditional formatting, external data workflows, and securities analysis. It provides practical guidance on evaluating time value of money concepts, identifying market trends, constructing financial forecasting models, and utilizing Excel's comprehensive analytical toolkit for complex financial computations and reporting.

This foundational course equips participants with an excellent and comprehensive understanding of essential financial markets, including their objectives, operational functions, core activities, and regulatory frameworks. Designed as a blend of refresher training, educational content, and critical engagement, it aims to maximize the value for all attendees. Active feedback and discussion are encouraged throughout the interactive sessions, which go beyond mere fact-sharing to foster deeper understanding.

Upon completion, delegates will be significantly better prepared to address client requirements and contextualize the services and markets in which they operate and trade.

This guided, live training in Czech Republic (online or onsite) is designed for cloud administrators, cloud architects, technology heads, and financial analysts who wish to record, manage, monitor, and process financial assets of an organization in the cloud.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to use FinOps practices in an organization to forecast costs, optimize processes, and perform financial management operations in the cloud.

This instructor-led, live training in Czech Republic (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level finance professionals who wish to gain a comprehensive knowledge of FinOps principles and methodologies, including cloud financial management, optimization strategies, and collaboration among finance, engineering, and business teams.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the FinOps framework, principles, and phases.
• Manage cloud costs effectively through data analysis and governance.
• Collaborate between finance, engineering, and business units to align cloud spend.
• Use FinOps tools for cost allocation, forecasting, and optimization.
• Prepare for the FinOps Certified FOCUS Analyst exam.

This instructor-led, live training in Czech Republic (online or onsite) is aimed at advanced-level cloud financial management professionals who wish to validate their expertise in financial operations (FinOps) related to cloud cost management.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Gain advanced knowledge required for the FinOps Certified Professional exam.
• Understand complex FinOps practices, including cost optimization, budget management, and reporting.
• Develop practical skills in applying FinOps strategies in real-world scenarios.
• Prepare for a successful completion of the FinOps Certified Professional exam.

This instructor-led live training (onsite or remote) is designed for accountants and bookkeepers wishing to use Xero for bookkeeping purposes.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Obtain a real-time view of cashflow.
• Link bank accounts to Xero for bank reconciliation.
• Prepare and check VAT (Value Added Tax) returns in Xero.
• Create reports for sharing amongst team members.

This instructor-led, live training in Czech Republic (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level non-finance professionals who wish to have a foundational understanding of financial and accounting principles that are essential for effective decision-making in business.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand basic financial and accounting concepts that are essential for business decision-making.
• Interpret and analyze financial statements such as income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
• Apply key financial ratios to assess the financial health of a business.
• Develop and manage budgets and perform variance analysis to monitor business performance.
• Use break-even analysis to support operational and strategic decisions.