Business Unit

Regular, Full time

Closing Date: September 25, 2026

The Department of the Chief Accountant supports the OSC by providing expert advice on financial reporting and assurance matters impacting the Canadian capital markets. Staff work closely with all Divisions of the OSC and maintain relationships with various external stakeholders involved with financial reporting in public markets.

The Senior Accounting Advisor will provide expert advice and direction to the Chief Accountant and Associate Chief Accountant, the Commission, and staff on financial reporting and assurance. The role will also involve liaising directly with prominent external stakeholders, including representatives from other provincial and international securities regulators, accounting and assurance standard setters, and the Canadian Public Accountability Board (CPAB). 

What you will do

Relying on your strong technical expertise and ability to work collaboratively and build consensus with others, you will:

•    Analyze and resolve complex or novel financial reporting and assurance issues arising in the context of reviews of financial statements and other documents filed under the Ontario Securities Act.
•    Provide advisory services to staff from internal divisions and departments on accounting and assurance matters, which may involve interacting with issuers, their auditors and advisors.
•    Analyze and provide comments on proposed accounting, assurance and ethics standards that are issued for comment by domestic and international standard setters.
•    Participate on special projects pertaining to financial reporting and assurance matters, which may involve interaction with external parties, such as other provincial securities regulators or CPAB.
•    Monitor and evaluate new and evolving trends and developments in financial reporting and assurance, including the activities of national and international standards-setting bodies, and provide information about these trends and developments to other OSC divisions and accounting staff. 
•    Communicate staff’s views on important financial reporting and assurance issues through publications and public speaking engagements. 

What do you need to be successful in this role

•    A Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation with a minimum of 8+ years of relevant experience subsequent to obtaining designation as a CPA.
•    Deep knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRSs) and Canadian Audit Standards (CASs), including experience applying professional judgment to complex and emerging accounting and reporting matters.
•    Significant financial reporting experience gained at a reporting issuer and/or within the assurance practice of a public accounting firm. 
•    Demonstrated ability to research, analyze, and synthesize complex multi-dimensional financial reporting problems issues, and develop practical, well-supported recommendations.
•    A strong understanding of the conceptual foundations of accounting and auditing standards, with the ability to translate technical requirements into operationally effective solutions.
•    Exceptional critical thinking and problem-solving skills, including the ability to navigate ambiguity, assess risks, and balance technical accuracy with business realities
•    Proven ability to build collaborative relationships and effectively engage, influence, and communicate with senior leaders and other internal and external stakeholders.
•    Possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills and are adept at positively influencing and adapting your approach with another party to achieve optimal resolution of challenges.
•    Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and consistently deliver high-quality results in a fast-paced environment.
•    A proactive, self-motivated approach, with a commitment to continuous learning and professional excellence.

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

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

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

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