Advanced-CAMS-Audit Questions Bank

Key Objectives of Issue Confirmation:

Findings need to be clearly articulated and assigned to ensure accountability and actionable remediation​​.

Accurate documentation ensures that facts are not disputed and remediation can proceed efficiently.

Irrelevant Options:

B:Additional remediation is a later step in the issue resolution process.

D and E:Tracking and pre-exam validation relate to follow-up stages, not the initial confirmation step.

Reporting to the Head Office Board Committee:

Independent testing reports must be submitted to the highest governance body to ensure proper oversight and alignment with global AML/CFT policies.

This ensures that findings are addressed at the appropriate organizational level.

CAMS-Audit and FATF Guidelines:

Governance frameworks outlined in CAMS-Audit and FATF recommendations emphasize the importance of board-level oversight for critical compliance functions​​

Exemptions from OFAC Regulations:

Non-US citizens residing in the US are typically subject to OFAC regulations unless explicitly exempted. However, understanding exemptions is vital for sanctions compliance.

Auditor's Role in Sanctions Compliance:

Auditors must review whether the entity’s compliance program correctly identifies and exempts individuals or entities as per OFAC guidelines.

CAMS-Audit Reference:

CAMS-Audit recommends thorough reviews of sanctions compliance programs, focusing on adherence to OFAC requirements and exemptions​​.

Conditions for Closing Audit Findings:

Findings can only be closed when the corrective actions identified in response to the audit findings are implemented and verified as effective.

This includes addressing underlying risks and documenting the resolution process.

CAMS-Audit Best Practices:

The audit process must ensure that all follow-up actions mitigate the identified risks, aligning with regulatory and operational standards​​.