Investigator

Are you a strong communicator with a background in investigations? Do you have knowledge of accounting theories, practices, policies and audit standards? If so, then consider this opportunity with the Compliance Branch, Ministry of Finance.

What can I expect to do in this role?

You will:
• Plan, lead, and conduct investigations, search and seizure actions, obtain evidence by ensuring proper collection, custody, control and identification;
• Interview or interrogate informants, third party witnesses, suspected violators and/or their legal/financial representatives;
• Examine and analyze all evidence, including tax returns, books and records by researching the organization, business policies and practices, and accounting systems, reviewing ministry records and files, as well as, information from other tax jurisdictions or other sources (i.e. banks, customers, third parties) to obtain proof of tax evasion and/or fraud;
• Participate in Joint Forces Operations with other tax jurisdictions e.g. Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), police agencies, etc.;
• Research tax legislation, case law/summaries/decisions;
• Assess and interpret findings; consolidate data; prepare reports and prosecution briefs;
• Recommend further investigative or prosecution action;
• Retrieve, decipher and analyze data from electronic media.

NOTE: This position requires extensive travel throughout the province.

How do I qualify?

Mandatory

• You have a valid Ontario Class G driver's licence.
• You are able to travel extensively throughout Ontario.
• You are able to work irregular hours.
• You are able to pass colour vision screening (being able to distinguish hues and colour markings).

Communication and Interpersonal Skills:

• You have in-depth knowledge of investigative techniques, judicial process, rules of evidence, and court procedures;
• Job requires working knowledge of accounting theory, practices, policies and audit standards and procedures to understand and analyze complex business accounting systems. This knowledge is normally gained through successful completion of an undergraduate degree/community college diploma in Accounting, Business, Law, Law and Security or equivalent work experience;
• You have knowledge of/ability to interpret the relevant legislation administered by the Tax Compliance and Benefits Division (e.g. Land Transfer Tax Act, Employer Health Tax Act, Tobacco Tax Act, Retail Sales Tax Act, etc.) and related regulations/ guidelines.

Technical Skills and Knowledge:

• You have in-depth knowledge of investigative techniques, judicial process, rules of evidence, court procedures and surveillance techniques.
• You have thorough knowledge of the management, evaluation and analysis of intelligence data and processes.

Analytical and Computer Skills:

• You have analytical, judgment, problem solving and organizational skills.
• You can effectively interpret and apply legislation administered by the division (e.g. Land Transfer Tax Act, Tobacco Tax Act, Fuel Tax Act, Gasoline Tax Act) and related regulations, guidelines.
• You have working knowledge of related legislation, regulations and statutes (i.e. Provincial Offences Act, Ontario and Canada Evidence Act, Charter of Rights and Freedoms).
• You have advanced computer skills and can use software, mainframe systems, and databases to conduct research, record and access information.
• You have knowledge of computer crime investigative techniques.

Please be advised that the results of this competition may be used to form an eligibility list of qualified candidates to potentially fill future vacancies represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU). In accordance with the Collective Agreement, eligibility lists are shared with OPSEU representatives. By applying to this competition, you are providing consent that your name may be shared with OPSEU representatives.

All external applicants (including former employees of the Ontario Public Service) applying to a competition in a ministry or Commission public body must disclose (either in the cover letter or resume) previous employment with the Ontario Public Service. Disclosure must include positions held, dates of employment and any active restrictions as applicable from being rehired by the Ontario Public Service. Active restrictions can include time and/or ministry-specific restrictions currently in force, and may preclude a former employee from being offered a position with the Ontario Public Service for a specific time period (e.g. one year), or from being offered a position with a specific ministry (either for a pre-determined time period or indefinitely). The circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment.

Remember: The deadline to apply is Tuesday, February 11, 2020 11:59 pm EST. Late applications will not be accepted.

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for further screening or an interview will be contacted.