Senior Forensic Accountant

Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario; Toronto; On-site; CAD 93,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pension plan

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

FSRA is seeking a senior investigator with forensic accounting expertise to conduct and lead examinations, inquiries and investigations into complex misconduct within financial services. You will work with counsel, leverage case-management principles, and collaborate across FSRA and partner agencies to maintain integrity and protect the public interest.

The role requires CPA designation (Ontario or equivalent), 5+ years of experience, and familiarity with evidence, court procedures and

Qualifications

• University Degree with CPA designation in good standing (Ontario or equivalent).
• MFAcc, CFF or CFE credentials are assets for investigative work.
• Minimum five years in investigative/forensic accounting, ideally regulatory.

Responsibilities

• Lead or support examinations and investigations into serious misconduct in FSRA-regulated sectors.
• Plan and conduct witness interviews, assess evidence, and recommend case dispositions.
• Supervise investigators on complex matters including fraud, following case management principles.
• Identify regulatory risks, prepare case files and court-ready documents.
• Provide expertise to counsel, maintain liaison with cross-functional teams and other agencies.
• Develop training and contribute to policy development within the enforcement program.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Investigative techniques

Professional judgment

Education

CPA designation (Ontario or equivalent)

University degree

MFAcc/CFF/CFE asset

Job description

About FSRA

At FSRA, our vision is to ensure financial safety, fairness, and choice for Ontarians. As a financial services regulator, we’re passionate about protecting consumers. Our principles-based approach means we can quickly and effectively respond to the changing needs of consumers and the industry. Our team combines industry expertise with commitment to public service. We attract individuals who are interested in meaningful work and who measure success through outcomes, not inputs. At FSRA, we invest in the personal and professional growth of our team. We offer a competitive compensation package that includes an employer-matched defined benefit pension plan, and a comprehensive and competitive benefits plan. We prioritize learning and development, wellbeing, diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging, and community giving. Join FSRA and help us shape the future of regulation for generations to come!

Job Description

Accountable for providing specialized forensic accounting expertise in the conduct of examinations, inquiries or investigations involving wrongdoing, or other type of misconduct or offences within financial services sectors regulated by FSRA.

Key Responsibilities

• Leads, conducts or supports examinations, inquiries or investigations of serious or complex matters involving financial services sectors who are in contravention of legislation administered or enforced by FSRA.
• As a member of an investigation team or independently, plans/conducts interviews with complainants, informants, witnesses, suspects and makes recommendations for the disposition of a variety of serious or complex matters relating to statutory offenses utilizing professional practice standards of investigative and forensic accounting, and major case management principles.
• Leads teams of Investigators on the most complex and serious cases (e.g., fraud) including prioritizing, assigning and ensuring the completion and quality of tasks and reports in accordance with Major Case Management Principles.
• Conducts risk identification and assessments including examining books, records and files to identify contravention of laws and regulations.
• Provides investigative and forensic accounting subject matter expertise to Counsel and FSRA executives, management and colleagues.
• Analyses and evaluates evidence and exercises professional judgment in making recommendations in consultation with counsel with respect to resolution of investigation files/cases.
• Prepares, serves or actions “Requirements to Provide Information” summonses and other legal documents, as required by legislation, including the laying of Information alleging offences or executing search warrants.
• Develops case files to prosecutorial and evidentiary standards, including crown briefs, Investigation Reports, and in the event of prosecution, acts as fact or expert witness at legal and administrative proceedings.
• Assists Counsel in the preparation of cases for hearings following procedural and administrative requirements with respect to handling, cataloguing, securing and continuity of evidence gathered during an investigation.
• Leads or contributes to investigations including preparing court documents for judicial authorizations and providing litigation support to counsel for court proceedings.
• Works collaboratively with the Legal & Enforcement team and across FSRA, liaises with other regulatory and law enforcement agencies and may participate in integrated and multi-lateral enforcement activities with other jurisdictions or partners.
• Participates on a range of special projects including assessing policies and identifying opportunities for policy development or change in areas related to the investigation function.
• Contributes to the development of standardized practices, guidelines and procedures in the appropriate conduct and resolution of investigations files from an investigative perspective.
• Develops, delivers and participates in training sessions, and presentations related to forensic accounting and the delivery of an effective enforcement program.

Qualifications

• Education and Experience: University Degree combined with designation as a Chartered Professional Accountant in good standing with CPA Ontario or equivalent designation in another jurisdiction.
• Master of Forensic Accounting (MFAcc), Certified in Financial Forensics (CFF), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), or equivalent experience with investigative and forensic accounting investigations, in the context of the FSRA sectors is an asset.
• Minimum of five (5) years’ investigative and forensic accounting experience, preferably in a regulatory environment.

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of accounting theory, practices, policies and audit standards to understand and analyze complex business accounting systems.
• Knowledge of investigative techniques, rules of evidence, court or tribunal procedures and related legislation such as Provincial Offences Act, Ontario and Canada Evidence Act, Charter of Rights and Criminal Code of Canada.
• Knowledge of the latest case law, reports, judgements and precedents related to FSRA’s legislation.
• Verbal communication skills to conduct interviews with complainants, informants, witnesses, suspects and legal counsel and to deliver presentations.
• Written communication skills to draft forensic accounting legal reports and documents used for court proceedings.

Compensation and Employment Details

Compensation Grade: Grade 07-AMAPCEO

Compensation Range: $92,976.00 - $135,136.00

Bargaining Unit: AMAPCEO

Job Code: 7A001F

Employment Type: Regular

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36.25

Location: Onsite

FSRA is committed to ensuring equity in employment. Our goal is to create a diverse, inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to ensure our services and communications are accessible to all individuals. Accommodation is available under the Ontario Human Rights Code.

Please note that this position will close at 12AM on the expiry date*

NOTE: ONLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONSIDERED.

The Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario (FSRA) is a dynamic, innovative, independent and self-funded regulator of financial services and pensions. The organization promotes strong financial services and pension sectors while protecting the public interest. FSRA has responsibility for regulating property and casualty insurance (including auto insurance rates); life and health insurance; credit unions and caisses populaires; loan and trust companies; mortgage brokers; health service providers (related to auto insurance); and pension plans. We are building an agile, forward-thinking and collaborative culture, and FSRA is committed to encouraging innovation and competition, and promoting market integrity and stability. Joining FSRA is an exciting opportunity to help shape the regulator of the future.