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Compliance and Risk Solutions for Wealth Managers
Meet regulatory obligations while mitigating reputational and financial risks.
ACA’s dedicated wealth manager practice, ACA Wealth, offers unmatched regulatory and compliance experience and expertise for wealth management firms.
Our team of expert consultants brings years of experience serving the wealth management community. Made up of former regulators, in-house CCOs, attorneys, and other compliance experts, our team brings a deep understanding of how today’s complex rules and regulations impact wealth managers.
2,000+
wealth management clients of all sizes trust ACA for their compliance, technology, and cybersecurity needs.
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consultants specializing in the needs of Wealth Managers, including former SEC and state regulators, attorneys, breakaway advisers, and in-house compliance professionals.
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wealth management clients trust ACA for their compliance, technology, and cybersecurity needs.
Dedicated Expertise
consultants specializing in the needs of Wealth Managers includes former SEC and state regulators and in-house compliance professionals.
What are you looking to do?
Spinout, start a new RIA, expand into new jurisdictions, or trial a new service or strategy.
Scale your compliance program and adapt as your business evolves.
Safeguard your firm, investments, and reputation against emerging threats and changing regulations.
I’m looking to...
Launch a new RIA or transition smoothly from an existing firm
Expand or adjust advisory services to meet evolving client needs
Meet SEC and state requirements, including IAR CE compliance
Build and maintain a right-sized, audit-ready compliance program
Stay ahead of regulatory changes with proactive, expert guidance
Focus on clients while offloading compliance complexity
I’m looking to...
Address, review, and maintain regulatory obligations and documentation
Implement scalable compliance solutions that grow with my business
Outsource the compliance function to reduce expenses and increase efficiency
Provide peace of mind, knowing that compliance is handled by experts
Digitize and future-proof my compliance program with regulatory technology
Meet regulatory filing commitments and deadlines
I’m looking to...
Navigate complex regulatory requirements and new rules
Fulfill ongoing regulatory and filing obligations
Conduct a mock regulatory exam
Complete annual compliance reviews and training
Strengthen cyber risk management
Identify ESG gaps and align with evolving standards
Perform a comprehensive cyber risk assessment
Run penetration testing to uncover vulnerabilities
Leverage technology for code of ethics, employee compliance, market abuse surveillance, electronic communications surveillance, and more
What are you looking to do?
I’m looking to…
Launch a new firm or fund
Extend your presence or market into new territories or jurisdictions
Establish an U.S. ETF / European ETC / U.S. Interval Funds or U.S. Mutual Fund
Maintain business continuity while navigating geopolitical challenges (Brexit, conflicts)
Fundraise, market and grow your assets
Put in place mandatory compliance to start trading and operating
Trial or ‘Sandbox’ new fund and strategies in an incubation setting
Stabilize operational and budgetary resilience
I’m looking to…
Launch a new firm or fund
Extend your presence or market into new territories or jurisdictions
Establish an U.S. ETF / European ETC / U.S. Interval Funds or U.S. Mutual Fund
Maintain business continuity while navigating geopolitical challenges (Brexit, conflicts)
Fundraise, market and grow your assets
Put in place mandatory compliance to start trading and operating
Trial or ‘Sandbox’ new fund and strategies in an incubation setting
Stabilize operational and budgetary resilience
I’m looking to…
Address, review, and maintain your regulatory framework and documentation
Digitize and future-proof your compliance program with regulatory technology
Put in place scalable consulting solutions
Meet your regulatory filing commitments and deadlines
Outsource your compliance function to lower expenses, deliver more with less
Satisfy investor DDQs, meet standards of institutional investors
I’m looking to…
Scalable solutions for every budget
Ready to simplify compliance so you can focus on serving your clients? Schedule a strategy session with the ACA Wealth team today!
Why ACA?
You need solutions that meet your needs, fit your budget, and consider the complexity of your firm’s unique compliance requirements.
Our unique blend of regulatory compliance, managed services and technology paired with the expertise of ACA’s wealth managers practice means you’ll have access to full-service compliance solutions that can grow with you and your firm.
Here’s what you’ll get with ACA Group:
Scalable support
ACA Signature for Wealth Managers provides year-round support to assist with the development and maintenance of your compliance program.
Registration services
Registering a new investment adviser is complicated and nuanced. Let us handle the registration process for you so you can focus on important decisions that impact your business.
Mock regulatory exams
Test your firm’s readiness for regulatory scrutiny. With extensive experience guiding wealth managers through regulatory exams, we know what to look for—and how to help you navigate the process successfully.
Outsourced tasks
Electronic communications reviews, code of ethics and personal trade management, regulatory filings, annual compliance reviews, and marketing reviews take time. Maximize your bandwidth and let us do the heavy lifting so you can focus on what you do best.
Cybersecurity risk assessments
Establish the essentials needed to support your ongoing cybersecurity responsibilities while meeting increasing regulatory and investor expectations.
Innovative RegTech that’s built for you
Simplify and streamline your compliance management and trade surveillance responsibilities.
FAQs
Compliance and Risk Solutions for Wealth Managers
What compliance services does ACA offer to wealth managers?
We can help wealth managers build, maintain, and scale compliance programs with support that includes:
- Development and review of policies and procedures
- Annual compliance reviews and mock audits
- Regulatory exam preparedness and remediation
- Support with Form ADV filings, code of ethics, and disclosures
- Outsourced Chief Compliance Officer services
- Breakaway adviser services
How does ACA’s technology platform support wealth management firms?
Our ComplianceAlpha® platform helps automate and centralize key compliance activities:
- Personal trading and employee certifications
- Advertising and communications review workflows
- Risk assessments and testing
- Compliance testing
- Email archiving and review
- Data aggregation and reporting
Can ACA help wealth managers meet SEC requirements?
Yes. We provide ongoing regulatory guidance and tools to help firms and advisers going independent to comply with rules from the SEC, state regulators, and other relevant regulators, including Marketing Rule updates, cybersecurity requirements, and fiduciary standards.
How does ACA support wealth managers with cybersecurity and data protection?
We help safeguard client data and firm infrastructure through:
- Cyber risk assessments and penetration testing
- Policy and procedure development
- Incident response planning and simulation exercises
- Regulatory cybersecurity readiness reviews
How can ACA help wealth managers integrate ESG into their investment process?
We support ESG integration through:
- ESG regulatory guidance and framework development
- Disclosure and reporting alignment with standards like the Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR)
- ESG risk assessments and vendor oversight
What training does ACA provide for wealth managers and staff?
We offer interactive eLearning courses and custom training sessions covering:
- Investment Adviser Representative (IAR) Continuing Education requirements
- Regulatory requirements (e.g., AML, ethics, cybersecurity)
- New rule implementations (e.g., SEC Marketing Rule)
- Best practices for firmwide compliance culture
How can ACA help wealth managers prepare for regulatory exams and inquiries?
We support wealth managers before, during, and after exams by helping them gather required documentation, respond to regulatory questions, and remediate any findings quickly and effectively. We help firms manage the entire exam process.
What makes ACA’s approach to Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) different for wealth managers?
We combine deep regulatory expertise with powerful technology and personalized support to help wealth managers efficiently manage risk, stay compliant, and build trust with clients and regulators. Our team of expert consultants has decades of experience and includes former regulators, in-house CCO’s, attorneys, and other compliance professionals.
Can ACA help firms outsource parts of their compliance needs?
Yes. We offer flexible outsourcing solutions, from CCO support, ongoing compliance advisory, and dedicated consultants to supplement in-house resources, up to fully outsourced Chief Compliance Officer services.
How does ACA stay ahead of changing regulations that impact wealth managers?
Our experts actively monitor regulatory developments and provide timely updates, best practices, and practical tools to help clients stay compliant as rules evolve, from SEC and state updates to cybersecurity and ESG trends.
Does ACA support new or emerging wealth management firms?
Absolutely. We help breakaway and startup advisers, and growing firms build scalable compliance frameworks, register with regulators, implement technology early, and set the foundation for long-term success.
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