Forensic Accountant

Forensic Accountant Location Toronto, ON M5H 3R3 : Regular, Full time

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 Enforcement Division at the OSC has multiple opportunities for Forensic Accountants to contribute to investor protection and ensuring Ontario's capital markets are fair and efficient. We are hiring for Forensic Accountant and Senior Forensic Accountant roles on a contract and permanent basis. enjoys being part of a dynamic and flexible work environment with a collaborative, progressive, and professionally diverse team. The Enforcement Division at the Ontario Securities Commission investigates and litigates breaches of securities laws in Ontario. Team members work closely with other securities regulators, self-regulatory organizations and law-enforcement agencies to enhance initiatives to fight misconduct. A strong visible enforcement presence assists in protecting investors from unfair, improper or fraudulent practices, fosters fair, efficient and competitive capital markets, fosters capital formation, and contributes to the stability of the financial system and the reduction of systemic risk.

The Case Assessment Team operates in a fast-paced, results oriented environment, making the Division's initial inquiries regarding possible breaches of provincial securities law, assessing the nature and extent of any misconduct, and making determinations as to the appropriate outcome, including recommendations to investigate the matter further, to disrupt the misconduct, or to make a referral.

The Regulatory Investigations Teams deliver effective enforcement by pursing timely and consequential regulatory enforcement cases. Teams investigate and prosecute matters before the Capital Markets Tribunal (CMT) and the Courts as well as provide litigation support in relation to appeals or judicial reviews of CMT or court decisions. Our Forensic Accountants are responsible for analysing complex records and fact patterns that pertain to potential breaches of Ontario securities law. Staff work closely with other securities regulators, self-regulatory organizations and law-enforcement agencies to enhance initiatives to fight misconduct. Our Senior Forensic Accountants can work independently or lead a multi-disciplinary investigations team which advance assessment or investigations. an undergraduate degree and prescribed course content required for Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) exams.

• membership in good standing with CPA Ontario or equivalent designation in another jurisdiction.
• your Master of Forensic Accounting (MFAcc), Certified in Financial Forensics (CFF), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), or equivalent experience.
• 5 years post-designation for Forensic Accountants and 8 to 10 years for Senior Forensic Accountants of relevant forensic accounting experience as a qualified CPA.
• strong project management skills and strategic thinking on large complex files effectively managing the scope of the investigation and deadlines, by designing a structured approach to investigations based on experience.
• experience dealing with IFRS matters, financial reporting and disclosure obligations of public companies and/or registrant obligations under Ontario securities law.
• a demonstrated understanding of the Canadian and international securities environment, securities law and how regulatory actions impact stakeholders.
• knowledge of the psychology of financial/white collar criminals and experienced with interview and interrogation techniques.
• knowledge of business processes and procedures, accounting standards and systems of internal control.
• experience with fraud investigations, forensic accounting and business valuations in the context of the capital markets is an asset.
• familiarity with the criminal law and procedure; class actions and civil procedure; and interim remedies; and the Bankruptcy Act is an asset.
• experience with e-discovery software and other data analytics tools is an asset.

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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.

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