CPA Accountant

Ontario Securities Commission; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Diverse and inclusive work environment

Job summary

A regulatory body for capital markets in Ontario is seeking a CPA for the Registration, Inspections & Examinations Division. The role involves conducting reviews to ensure compliance with securities laws, preparing reports on non-compliance, and engaging with stakeholders for balanced solutions. Ideal candidates should have at least one year of post-CPA audit experience. Join a diverse, supportive workplace that values investor protection and market confidence.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of audit and assurance experience post CPA.
• Experience at an audit and assurance firm.
• Knowledge of investment management or financial services is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Conduct reviews of registered firms to assess compliance with securities laws.
• Prepare formal reports detailing non-compliance and corrective actions.
• Engage with stakeholders to address non-compliance.

Skills

Audit and assurance experience

Stakeholder engagement

Creative problem-solving

Effective communication

Collaborative working relationships

Education

Membership in good standing with CPA Ontario

Job description

The Ontario Securities Commission (OSC) is the statutory body responsible for regulating Ontario’s capital markets in accordance with the mandate established in the provincial Securities Act and the Commodity Futures Act. The mandate of the OSC is to provide protection to investors from unfair, improper or fraudulent practices, to foster fair, efficient and competitive capital markets and confidence in the capital markets, to foster capital formation, and to contribute to the stability of the financial system and the reduction of systemic risk. This mandate is performed through policy, operational, and enforcement activities. The OSC also contributes to national and global securities regulation development.

We offer a diverse, fair, and flexible work environment and take pride in our challenging and rewarding work.

The Registration, Inspections & Examinations (RIE) Division is currently looking for a CPA to join the team to conduct risk based reviews of market participants in the securities industry.

RIE oversees dealers, advisers, investment fund managers, derivative firms and other market participants that the public relies on when investing in securities. Using a risk-based approach, RIE is responsible for the registration and compliance reviews of registered firms. RIE consists of integrated, multi-disciplinary teams including professional staff (accountants and lawyers), registration officers and support staff.

This role requires you to:

• Champion investor protection and confidence in the capital markets: Conduct reviews of registered firms and regulated entities to assess compliance with Ontario securities laws.
• Formulate corrective actions: preparing formal reports detailing non-compliance with securities laws and internal control weaknesses and work with registered firms and regulated entities to determine what corrective action is required and assess appropriateness of corrective actions
• Engage with stakeholders: Find practical and balanced solutions to address non-compliance with securities laws and make recommendations for further regulatory action in appropriate circumstances
• Adapt regulatory principles to industry trends and emerging issues

Qualifications:

We are looking for a candidate with an inquiring mind and a passion for the capital markets that has:

• Membership in good standing with CPA Ontario
• Minimum 1 year of audit and assurance experience post CPA,
• Experience at an audit and assurance firm
• Experience in investment management or financial services an asset
• Demonstrated ability to show creativity, achieve results and effectively communicate information clearly and concisely
• Demonstrated ability to establish collaborative working relationships and engage with internal and external stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to balance regulatory objectives with practical business considerations

**Please note this opportunity is considered to be a business critical role supporting the Registration, Inspections and Examinations Division.

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We thank all applicants for their interest in the Ontario Securities Commission. We will contact those selected for an interview.

The OSC is committed to diversity and providing an inclusive workplace and providing accommodation in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Human Rights Code. It is our priority to ensure employment opportunities are visible and barrier-free to all under-represented groups including but not limited to, Indigenous, Black and racialized groups, people with disabilities, women and people from the 2SLGBTQI+ community, to achieve an employee demographic profile reflective of the demographic profile of Ontarians.

The OSC is a proud partner with the following organizations: Ascend Canada, BlackNorth Initiative, Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion, and Pride at Work Canada

If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know by contacting our confidential inbox [e-mail].

Visit Accessibility at the OSC to review the OSC’s policies on accessibility and accommodation in the workplace.

Why work here?

At the Ontario Securities Commission (OSC), we carry-out challenging and meaningful work within a collaborative culture to deliver strong investor protection and foster confidence in capital markets. Evolving financial markets mean new ways of thinking, and every day is an opportunity to learn, innovate and grow professionally in a supportive, stimulating workplace.

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