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ACA Group Expands Broker-Dealer Compliance Support with FINOP Consulting Acquisition

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In a strategic move to deepen its support for broker-dealer clients, ACA Group has acquired FINOP Consulting, an outsourcing firm specializing in financial and operational compliance for broker-dealers. Led by industry veteran and FINOP founder Dan Beaton, the acquisition enables ACA to expand its capacity in financial operations (FinOps) services, particularly for clients needing precise alignment with SEC and FINRA requirements in areas such as recordkeeping, accounting, and reporting. 

This acquisition feeds into ACA’s broader compliance platform, ACA Signature, which delivers scalable support for financial operations. By acting as a licensed Series 27 and Series 28 principal, ACA provides expertise in maintaining accurate records, preparing financial filings, and ensuring overall regulatory compliance. 

Patrick Olson, CEO at ACA Group, views this move as critical for broker-dealers facing increasing regulatory demands: “This acquisition allows us to provide a more complete solution to broker-dealers, who are under immense pressure to maintain compliance in a rapidly evolving regulatory landscape”.  

Beaton, now ACA’s Director, echoes this sentiment, noting, “Our collaboration with ACA means broker-dealers gain access to comprehensive GRC services at a time when regulatory pressures are only growing. Together, we’re equipped to navigate these complexities for our clients.” 

ACA’s FinOps offerings provide broker-dealers with key benefits, including the ability to stay compliant with evolving regulations, allowing them to focus on core business objectives without the burden of daily regulatory tasks. Additionally, by outsourcing, firms can reduce full-time employee (FTE) costs. ACA’s use of advanced financial tools further supports clients by optimizing reporting processes and ensuring data accuracy. 

This latest acquisition continues ACA’s tradition of evolving to meet industry needs. Specific financial terms were not disclosed.

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