Make a meaningful impact- strengthen regulatory frameworks, manage risk, protect the public interest Our work sits between business and the public interest, between the evolving demands of industry and the standards that make trust possible. You are helping shape a profession that touches nearly every sector of the economy at a moment when expectations, technology, and the nature of work are all being rewritten. CPA Ontario is seeking an experienced Director, Deputy Registrar to provide leadership in advancing regulatory excellence and public trust.

Reporting directly to the Registrar, this role is responsible for developing and strengthening quality control and compliance oversight processes across the Office of the Registrar. Through leading complex operational reviews of Members and Firms, the Director, Deputy Registrar identifies regulatory risks, drives informed decision-making, and ensures appropriate action is taken to uphold professional standards. Lead the review of complex regulatory issues and compliance obligations, providing strategic recommendations to senior leadership while ensuring effective oversight, governance, and control frameworks for members, firms, and revenue processes.

Support the Registrar's Office and Public Accounting Licensing Board on complex and non-routine regulatory matters, appeals, and decision reviews, while collaborating with provincial counterparts to advance regulatory priorities and promote consistent approaches across jurisdictions. Act as the Registrar's delegate and designate, exercising delegated authority to review and approve member, firm,



and student matters in alignment with regulatory requirements, policies, and decision-making frameworks. Develop and lead compliance review and regulatory audit programs, providing risk-based oversight while advancing member and firm compliance through guidance, outreach, and cross-functional collaboration.

Oversee annual regulatory programs and lead the planning and execution of regulatory and operational initiatives, ensuring effective management of timelines, risks, dependencies, and stakeholder communications. Oversee business planning initiatives, identify regulatory best practices, prepare detailed information and assumptions in support of forecasts and budgets and monthly variance reporting, develop deep understanding of revenue drivers and trends and identify opportunities for reporting enhancements including use of data analytics tools. A CPA designation and membership in good standing, with a minimum of 8 years of post-designation experience, preferably within a regulatory, compliance, or professional oversight environment.

A strong understanding of CPA Ontario's regulatory framework governing members, firms, and public accounting, with demonstrated ability to analyze, organize, and resolve complex regulatory matters.





Experience with financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis;

experience supporting business planning activities is considered an asset. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, with strong digital acumen.

Experience with Salesforce, Tableau, Power BI, or other data analytics tools is an asset, as is familiarity with artificial intelligence technologies and methodologies. Proven leadership capabilities, including experience leading projects, developing teams, and delivering training and coaching initiatives. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills, with sound judgment, attention to detail, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

We are committed to inclusion as a core part of how we operate, not as an afterthought. We have a hybrid working environment, with three days a week in office, complemented by 2 days of work-from-home time. We want those days you work from home to be comfortable and offer a one-time bonus towards a home office when you start.

We invest in your growth through learning and professional development opportunities, stretch projects, secondments, and genuine paths for career progression. At CPA Ontario, we are committed to building high-performance teams. Accommodation is available under the Ontario Human Rights Code.

If you require a disability-related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please email [email protected] with "Accommodation Required" in the subject line to provide your contact information.

📌 Director, Deputy Registrar (Winnipeg)
🏢 Hibob
📍 Winnipeg