Student (Fixed Term), Full time
Closing Date: November 18, 2024
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.
Summer Accounting Student positions will be available for the following branches:
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, adjudication and enforcement work. 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 OSC is recognized by the Chartered Professional Accountants of Ontario (CPA Ontario) as a pre-approved program. As a result, the experience gained while working at the OSC will count towards CPA Ontario's practical experience requirements. Summer Accounting Student positions will be available in the following divisions:
Registration, Inspections and Examinations
The Registration, Inspections and Examinations Division (RIE) is a regulatory division that oversees dealers, advisers and investment fund managers in Ontario that the public relies on when investing in securities. RIE is also responsible for the oversight of market infrastructure entities, including marketplaces, self-regulatory organizations (SROs), and clearing agencies.
Corporate Finance
The Corporate Finance Division is a regulatory division responsible for regulating issuers (other than investment funds) in the public and exempt markets. The division reviews public distributions of securities, exempt market activities and continuous disclosure of reporting issuers, and leads issuer-related policy initiatives. The division is also responsible for supervising insider reporting, regulating credit rating agencies and overseeing the listed issuer function for OSC recognized exchanges.
Summer Accounting Students will work towards the development of the required technical and enabling competencies for the CPA designation. The exposure to technical competencies over the summer term may include audit and assurance, financial reporting, management accounting and finance. This will be achieved through placement in one of the following divisions: Registration, Inspections and Examinations or Corporate Finance.
Summer Accounting Students may perform work such as:
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conducting reviews of registered firms and regulated entities to assess compliance with Ontario securities laws that support investor protection and confidence in the capital markets,
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conducting focused reviews of registrant compliance with internal policies and procedures,
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assisting with the preparation of 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,
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completing continuous disclosure reviews of public company filings,
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reviewing and analyzing records filed by public companies including financial reports,
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performing research on industry wide trends and patterns, and
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reviewing records related to complex transactions and assisting in assessing complex transactions.
Our students will be mentored by senior accounting staff that will coach and provide guidance in performing the above-listed work.
We are looking for students who have completed their second year or higher, pursuing a university degree in Commerce or Business Administration with a specialization in Accounting and are currently pursuing a CPA designation. To meet the varied deliverables that encompass this role, students should have a demonstrated ability to effectively manage multiple demands on time. Their strong communication skills to seek out additional information and adapt style to suit audience/client will serve them well in this fast-paced, multi-faceted role. Above all else, students have the ability to build and foster strong relationships and a demonstrated initiative and willingness to learn.
Application Requirements
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A cover letter stating your interest in working for the OSC, also including the file number and position title;
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a resume; and
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a copy of your undergraduate transcripts.
Reference letters are also welcome.
In the application process you will be asked to rank which division(s) you would prefer to work in.
Please attach the above documents in one single PDF document, with the naming convention “Last Name, First Name”
The OSC is currently operating within a hybrid model of working both from our office at 20 Queen Street West in Toronto as well as remotely. Employees are expected to be in the office at least 3 times per week. Successful candidates will be required to be within a commutable distance of our office to participate in the hybrid working arrangement for the duration of the summer accounting student term.
When working remotely you will be required to have access to secure WIFI and your IT equipment must remain within Ontario.
Grow your career and make a difference working at the OSC.
Apply online at
https://osc.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/OSCCareers
by November 18, 2024, 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 Ontario 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 LGBTQ2S 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 .
Visit Accessibility at the OSC
to review the OSC’s policies on accessibility and accommodation in the workplace.
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.
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
.
Visit
Accessibility at the OSC
to review the OSC’s policies on accessibility and accommodation in the workplace.
