CPA Accountant - Compliance

Ontario Securities Commission; Toronto; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization committed to investor protection and market confidence. As a CPA Accountant in the Compliance division, you will conduct vital reviews of market participants, ensuring adherence to securities laws. This role offers an opportunity to engage with stakeholders, formulate corrective actions, and adapt regulatory principles to evolving industry trends. Experience a diverse and flexible work environment where your contributions make a significant impact on the financial landscape. Grow your career while making a difference in a supportive and collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of audit experience in capital markets or financial services.
• Ability to communicate information clearly and establish relationships.

Responsibilities

• Conduct compliance reviews of registered firms in the securities industry.
• Prepare reports detailing non-compliance and recommend corrective actions.

Skills

Audit and Assurance

Regulatory Compliance

Stakeholder Engagement

Report Writing

Creative Problem Solving

Education

CPA Membership

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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:

1. Champion investor protection and confidence in the capital markets: Conduct reviews of registered firms and regulated entities to assess compliance with Ontario securities laws.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. 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:

1. Membership in good standing with CPA Ontario
2. 3-5 years of audit and assurance experience post CPA, preferably from working in the securities, capital markets, investment management, or financial services
3. Demonstrated ability to show creativity, achieve results and communicate information clearly and concisely
4. Demonstrated ability to establish collaborative working relationships and engage with internal and external stakeholders
5. Demonstrated ability to balance regulatory objectives with practical business considerations

Grow your career and make a difference working at the OSC.

If you are interested in this opportunity please visit the OSC careers page at https://osc.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/OSCCareers and apply no later than May 30, 2025 at 11:59 pm EST.

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.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing and Finance
• Industries
• Capital Markets, Financial Services, and Government Administration

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