This checklist ensures that access to financial systems is properly managed, reviewed, and approved in order to maintain security and compliance with financial policies.
Compile a list of all individuals who require access to the financial systems based on their job roles and responsibilities.
Evaluate the necessary access levels for each user, ensuring they align with their job functions.
Gather required approvals from department heads for each user's access level.
Grant access to the financial systems according to the approved access levels.
Provide training on the use of the financial systems to all new users to ensure compliance with policies.
Set up a schedule for regular reviews of user access to ensure it remains appropriate over time.
Maintain a record of all access requests, approvals, and changes made for audit purposes.
Establish procedures to revoke access promptly when users change roles or leave the organization.