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Advice firm hires for increasing regulatory environment

KANIKA SOOD  |  TUESDAY, 6 NOV 2018
... clients must spend more time on developing and reporting financial information than ever before," Fittler said. "Michelle's focus on financial reporting, as well as her experience in audit, will be invaluable in supporting our clients manage these challenges," ...

Banks must reshape to survive compliance and technology crunches

DARREN SNYDER  |  TUESDAY, 6 NOV 2018
... and EY point to several compliance and technology headwinds facing the sector and suggest cost discipline will be a major focus. It means more restructures and simplifications. KPMG partner, banking strategy, Hessel Verbeek said not only have various ...

Macquarie to front Royal Commission

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  MONDAY, 5 NOV 2018
... misconduct within financial services entities and conduct falling below community standards and expectations. The hearings will focus on culture, governance, remuneration and risk management practices and explore possible responses, including regulatory ...

Industry fund chief exits

KARREN VERGARA  |  MONDAY, 5 NOV 2018
... late 2017 the superannuation fund had embarked on a plan to review and reset its priorities. The new leadership team will focus on delivering "outstanding service and returns to members and enhancing the fund's governance framework," he said. "The ...

Frydenberg boosts APRA funding

HARRISON WORLEY  |  MONDAY, 5 NOV 2018
... matters to court. Treasurer Josh Frydenberg said the regulator's new funding would support it in developing a stronger focus on accountability and enforcement in the financial system. He added the reappointment of Byres was important for stability ...

Advisers choose their own journey on BT hub

DARREN SNYDER  |  FRIDAY, 2 NOV 2018
... for their business. BT Open Services improves efficiencies by bringing together these services in one hub, so advisers can focus on what they do best, helping clients and running their business." "We've unbundled the traditional adviser services ...

Assistant Treasurer warns super funds to lift engagement game

KARREN VERGARA  |  FRIDAY, 2 NOV 2018
... a super fund, Robert said. Rainmaker director of research and compliance Alex Dunnin said while the ATO and Fairwork Act focus on compliance and the "how, what amount and when super should be paid," there is no official guidance on how default funds ...

Industry fund appoints former Labor politician

KANIKA SOOD  |  WEDNESDAY, 31 OCT 2018
... Australia. She is also a non-executive director at Dexus and Lifestyle Communities. Roxon is stepping down from two roles to focus on HESTA's chair position - as the chair of the Accounting Professional and Ethical Standards Board and as an adjunct ...

Former Macquarie Capital head launches fund

KANIKA SOOD  |  WEDNESDAY, 31 OCT 2018
A Sydney asset manager led by former Macquarie Capital head of principal investments has kicked off a $500 million raise for its first fund. Federation Asset Management will invest in private equity including renewable energy and real estate focused ...

ANZ wealth flows decline

KARREN VERGARA  |  WEDNESDAY, 31 OCT 2018
... undertaking the urgent work required to fix the failures that have been highlighted by the Commission and further increased our focus on conduct issues."