Term: Permanent, Full-Time

Division/Branch: Operations Division / Audit and Financial Investigations Branch

Application Deadline: October 1, 2025

Pay Level: 10

Pay Range: $98,530 to $123,159

Work Location: Head Office, Toronto, ON; Hybrid

The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) is an agency where innovation thrives, ideas flourish, and passion drives us to new heights of excellence. Reporting to the Ministry of the Attorney General, the AGCO is responsible for regulating Ontario’s vibrant alcohol, gaming, horse racing, and private retail cannabis sectors in accordance with the principles of honesty and integrity, and in the public interest. Come join our growing team!

The Audit and Financial Investigations Branch is seeking a Senior Forensic Accountant to play a key role in safeguarding the integrity of Ontario’s regulated sectors. In this role, you will work collaboratively with colleagues and report to the Senior Manager, Financial and Special Investigations, as you lead the financial and governance components of due diligence reviews. Your expertise will support fair and transparent assessments of the honesty, integrity, and financial viability of applicants, helping ensure that Ontario’s regulated industries remain accountable, responsible, and trustworthy.

In this role, the successful candidate will:

• Conduct thorough financial reviews of complex financial statements, corporate structures, and operational activities for applicants across gaming, cannabis, and alcohol sectors.
• Identify, assess, and report on issues affecting the financial viability, honesty, or integrity of applicants, and provide recommendations to address concerns.
• Lead the financial and governance components of due diligence reviews in support of licensing and registration decisions.
• Prepare clear, comprehensive financial analysis reports and present findings to support regulatory, administrative, and hearing processes.
• Conduct interviews with senior financial and operational personnel (CFO, President, Board of Directors, auditors) of registrants or applicants to discuss company structure and financial issues.
• Identify, assess, and monitor emerging financial risks, including cryptocurrencies, complex ownership structures, shell companies, and cross-border financial flows.
• Conduct research and analysis on evolving technologies and financial instruments to evaluate their impact on regulatory compliance and financial integrity.
• Use forensic tools and data analysis platforms to detect and assess risks associated with applicants.
• Develop insights and recommendations to inform investigative strategies, policy development, and risk mitigation.
• Advise and provide regular updates to the Senior Manager, Financial and Special Investigations, on the progress of investigations, preliminary findings, issues, and recommendations.
• Keep current with accounting/auditing principles, regulatory developments, and investigative practices to ensure expertise remains relevant and applied to gaming, liquor, and forensic matters.

The ideal candidate will have:

• A professional accounting designation (e.g., Chartered Professional Accountant – CPA) and a forensic accounting designation or certification (e.g., Chartered Accountant, Investigative and Forensic Accounting – CA·IFA; Certified in Financial Forensics – CFF; Certified Fraud Examiner – CFE; or Master of Forensic Accounting – MFAcc).
• Strong knowledge of forensic accounting, auditing, and investigative practices, supported by relevant work experience, a minimum of 2 years or more, conducting or leading due diligence reviews, financial investigations, or providing expert testimony.
• Solid understanding of corporate governance, control environments, and best practices for investigative and forensic accounting engagements in both for-profit and not-for-profit organizations.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation (e.g., Gaming Control Act, Liquor Licence Act, Wine Content Act, related regulations, Registrar’s Standards), as well as the gaming and liquor industries, operators, registrants, and other regulatory bodies and stakeholders in Ontario and other jurisdictions.
• The successful candidate must be eligible to work in Canada and will be subject to a criminal background check.

About the AGCO

The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) is an Ontario provincial regulatory agency that reports to the Ministry of the Attorney General. We are responsible for regulating the alcohol, gaming, horse racing and cannabis retail sectors in accordance with the principles of honesty and integrity, and in the public interest.

The AGCO is proud to be recognized as one of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers for the second year in a row. This annual distinction reflects our commitment to cultivating a workplace environment that prioritizes employee well-being, emphasizing work-life balance, mental health resources, and opportunities for professional growth. We remain committed to fostering a supportive and rewarding work environment for our employees.

What we offer

The AGCO provides a comprehensive range of benefits and programs (subject to eligibility), including:

• Generous time-off policy, including 2 volunteer days to contribute to causes that matter to you.
• Defined benefit pension plans to secure your financial future.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans, with 100% employer-paid premiums.
• Well-being credits to support gym memberships, therapy, financial planning, and more.
• Employer-paid parental leave top-up.
• Professional development opportunities with access to training programs, leadership resources, and reimbursement for professional memberships.
• 24/7 confidential support through our Employee Assistance Program.
• Convenient, central location near the subway line for easy access when working in the office. Paid onsite parking is also available.
• The AGCO is transitioning to four days per week in-office effective October 20, 2025, and 5 days per week in-office effective January 5, 2026.

The AGCO is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer.

The AGCO has the responsibility to lead by example in advancing racial equity and to build a diverse, inclusive, accessible and respectful workplace where every employee has a voice and the opportunity to fully contribute. To this effect, you are encouraged to reflect upon the diversity you would bring to the role within your application including, but not limited to, individuals identifying with one or more of the under-represented groups identified within Ontario’s Human Rights Code.

Disability related accommodation during the recruitment process is available upon request.