Job Description

Support the Development and Deployment of Practical Experience Requirements for the New CPA Certification Program

(full-time, contract - 12 to 18 months)



CPA Ontario is currently in search of an Employer Relations Officer who will support the development and deployment of the practical experience requirements in the new CPA Certification Program, including content development, reporting requirements and systems, process and workflows and stakeholder resources.


The Employer Relations Officer is a proactive problem-solver, strong communicator, and detail-oriented professional who thrives on collaboration, continuous improvement, and stakeholder engagement. Contract employees must be willing to be flexible and willing to support program requirements as needed.


What You'll Be Doing:


Developing and converting workplans for existing and new employers training CPA students in accordance with new program and regulatory requirements.


Preparing, implementing and delivering various communications and resources (presentations, info sessions, webinars, FAQs, websites) to educate students, employers and internal teams on new program requirements and transitioning requirements


Assisting with development, testing and implementation of practical experience workflows and reporting tool.


Who You Are:


A CPA in good standing with at least 5 years of post-designation experience, and a degree and/or diploma in a relevant field.


Experienced at working in public accounting, corporate and/or government environments.


Proven experience performing assessment work against a rubric/set of requirements.


Experienced at developing assessment rubric and/or task statements.


A clear and confident communicator with the ability to build relationships, present effectively, and resolve sensitive issues collaboratively.


A highly organized and adaptable professional with proven ability to manage multiple priorities and understand how experience data should be captured in the Practical Experience Reporting Tool (PERT).


Aware of the CPA practical experience standards, policies, practices, competency development and demonstration.


Attentive to detail with demonstrated use of critical thinking and sound judgment in decision-making.


Able to work independently while thriving in collaborative, cross-functional teams.


Skilled in interpreting regulatory frameworks and translating policy into operational and compliance tools.


Familiar with CPA program structures or other professional credentialing systems, which is considered a strong asset. Knowledge of the CPA Competency Map 2.0 is also considered an asset.


Able to demonstrate success in designing and implementing certification, training, or academic programs in regulated settings is considered an asset.


What We Offer:

A fast-paced environment.

Collaboration, innovation and passionate professionals are at our core. We relentlessly pursue what's next to unlock the full potential of you and us together.

Hybrid work environment.

As part of our Hybrid work culture, we include a portion of remote work within an overall approach that places a high value on in-office teamwork and collaboration.

Diversity and inclusion.

We recognize the value in our differences and prioritize inclusivity to bring together the best talent to protect the public, advance the profession and enable CPAs to lead business and society forward.

Ongoing learning and career growth.

We want your career to skyrocket. We support career advancement and professional development opportunities with learning investments to promote your future growth. Thrive with us.

Focus on your well-being.

With industry leading benefits and wellness programs, including a healthy lifestyle allowance, mental health resources and more, we're committed to your well-being.


Who We Are:


We protect the public. We advance the profession. We enable CPAs to lead business and society forward. We ensure that our 100,000 members and 21,000 students meet the highest standards of integrity and expertise. We help them stay ahead of global market trends and abreast of regulatory change. CPAs represent a globally recognized, premium designation. Our Chartered Professional Accountants are valued by organizations in all industries for their financial expertise, strategic thinking, management skills and leadership. We believe that success happens when both business and society benefit. For information on the profession visit: cpaontario.ca


We Appreciate Your Interest In CPA Ontario And This Position:


At CPA Ontario, we are committed to building high-performance teams. Our selection process is thorough, and all candidate applications are reviewed. Should your qualifications and experience meet the requirements of this role, a member of our recruitment team will contact you. We encourage you to set up CPA Ontario job alerts for positions that align to your experience and career goals.



CPA Ontario is an inclusive employer. Accommodation is available under the Ontario Human Rights Code. If you require a disability-related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please email accessibility@cpaontario.ca with "Accommodation Required" in the subject line to provide your contact information. A member of the Recruitment team will contact you within 48 hours.