Company Overview

Centrally located in downtown Vancouver, the British Columbia Securities Commission (BCSC) strives to make the investment markets benefit the public – enabling people to achieve their financial goals, enterprises to grow, and British Columbia to thrive.

Through smart rules, diligent oversight, strong enforcement and reliable guidance, we act as guardians of the province’s investment marketplace, striving to make BC a place where people can invest with confidence and companies can flourish. We are an independent agency accountable to the provincial legislature and the public through the Minister of Finance.

Forensic Accountant, Investigations

Enforcement

Job Overview

Are you looking for a new challenge in a position where you can make a real difference? In this role, you’ll be performing accounting and data analytics duties to support investigations involving breaches of the Securities Act. In addition, you will help investigators piece together complex evidence to be used in Commission hearings. You will report directly to the Manager, Investigations.

Main Tasks

Some of your main responsibilities will include:

· Tracing funds

· Collecting, organizing, and analyzing financial and trade data

· Attending investigative interviews

· Preparing schedules, charts and tables of evidence for use in hearings

· Testifying at hearings

· Reviewing financial statements

· Providing advice on accounting rules and requirements

· Communicating with auditors

Qualifications

The successful candidate has:

· A Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation and a minimum of three years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

· The ability to analyze and interpret large datasets

· Advanced Excel skills

· Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

· A highly analytical personality with natural skepticism

Other assets include:

· A bachelor's or master’s degree in forensic accounting

· Knowledge of securities legislation

· Completion of the Canadian Securities Course

· Experience handling evidence

· Familiarity with investigative interviews

What we offer:

· Extensive benefit package including a defined benefit pension plan, medical and dental coverage, Wellness and Health Spending Account benefits, and four weeks of annual vacation

· Hybrid work model

· Beautiful downtown office

· Work life balance

· Professional development opportunities

· A professional and collaborative Enforcement team to work with!

Salary Range:

$83,997 (minimum) - $109,087 (midpoint) - $134,177 (maximum)

The starting salary for this position will be determined considering the successful candidate’s relevant experience and education, salaries of other employees in the same salary range, market conditions and other relevant factors. Starting salaries are normally below the salary band midpoint.

Application Details:

Please visit our Careers page to submit your cover letter and resume for this position, quoting competition 24:140 by September 16, 2024.

The BC Securities Commission embraces diversity and is committed to building an inclusive workforce that celebrates the richness of our community. We aim to ensure every job applicant is treated fairly and with respect and encourage applications from all candidates, including those with diverse abilities. We welcome you to inform us in confidence by emailing HumanResources@bcsc.bc.ca if you may require any support or accommodations during the application process, including disability accommodation, to participate fully in our recruitment experience.

Candidates must be authorized to work in Canada. Investment restrictions apply.