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Zara Acosta

AML/CFT AND COMPLIANCE ASSOCIATE

Zara Acosta is an AML/CFT and Compliance Associate and assist clients with regulatory compliance, anti-money laundering, and corporate governance. Her expertise covers AML monitoring, risk assessments, and policy design to prevent financial crimes, while also enhancing due diligence and financial integrity.


Experience

With over 12 years of legal experience, Zara began her career with internships at an international law firm. She has held various roles in Venezuela and Argentina, including Public Prosecutor, Co-Counsel, and HR Assistant. Her extensive background covers legal affairs, compliance, and operational management.


Educational Background

Zara holds a law degree and a Postgraduate Certificate in Criminalistics from Universidad de Carabobo (Venezuela). Zara has also obtained an international Certificate in Anti-Money Laundering from the International Compliance Association. Additionally, she earned a Diploma in International Business at Seneca College (Canada) and a degree as a Human Resources Technician from Universidad Siglo 21 (Argentina).

Areas of Specialisation

Asset Management and Funds

Credit and Financial Institutions

Investment Services Firms

RMC WISE

FAQ'S

RMC Wise Ltd offers a range of services including but not limited to *Risk Management*, *Regulatory Compliance*, *Financial Services Consultancy*, *AML/CFT Compliance*, *Internal Audit*, and *Regulatory Reporting Services.*

Risk Management involves identifying, assessing, and prioritizing risks to minimize, monitor, and control the probability or impact of an event that may or may not have a negative outcome on the Company. RMC Wise tailors risk management solutions based on a thorough understanding of each client's risk profile, business model and overall objectives, offering services such as governance, policies & procedures, enterprise-wide risk assessments, outsourced risk management functions, and cyber risk support.

Regulatory Compliance ensures that a business adheres to external rules and internal controls imposed by regulatory bodies. It aims to protect license holders and their clients, ensure fair and transparent markets, reduce systemic risk, and combat financial crime. The Compliance Function advises and assists personnel in complying with legal and regulatory obligations, regularly assessing the effectiveness of measures and procedures in place. This is done through the effective implementation of a risk-based Compliance Monitoring Programme (CMP).

RMC Wise Ltd helps businesses meet their Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter Financing of Terrorism (CFT) obligations by providing services such as risk assessments, customer due diligence, ongoing monitoring, transaction reporting, and AML training. They assist firms in implementing robust frameworks to prevent financial crime and comply with regulatory requirements.

RMC Wise Ltd provides independent Internal Audit services to its clients. Internal Audit is crucial for ensuring the efficiency, security, and compliance of an organization. It provides independent assurance that a company’s risk management, governance, and internal control processes are functioning effectively. Moreover, Internal Audits help identify weaknesses, improve operational efficiency, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, reducing the risk of fraud and financial mismanagement. Our services include reviewing compliance with regulatory requirements, evaluating operational risks, and offering recommendations for process improvements to ensure organizations operate efficiently and securely. This is done through the effective implementation of a risk-based Internal Audit Plan.

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