Control and Compliance Intern

We are a collective of disrupters and doers, of creatives and scientists, with a mission to reimagine the world of beauty.

Since inception, our vertically integrated structure, including our own laboratories, manufacturing, retail stores, and brand infrastructure, have enabled us to rapidly identify opportunities and deliver quality. Home to The Ordinary, NIOD, AVESTAN, and other emerging brands, our goal is to create with purpose. We were founded on the principle of doing everything that others don’t. Because normal gets you nowhere.

We are DECIEM, The Abnormal Beauty Company.

We are growing rapidly and we’re looking for someone who shares this vision and wants to grow with us!

We are looking for a Contol and Compliance Intern to join our Finance - Accounting & Controllership team supporting our Compliance & Control Activities
. This role will be based out of our head office in Liberty Village
.

Work Term Duration: Winter 2027 - January 5th, 2027 to April 23rd, 2027

Location: DECIEM Head Office
-15 Fraser Ave, Toronto, ON M6K 1Y7

Hourly rate: $22.00

• Assist in documenting and maintaining key financial reporting processes and controls.
• Support walkthroughs and control testing for SOX 404 key controls and track and update control documentation (e.g., narratives, control matrices (RCM)).
• Help identify and control deficiencies and remediation action items.
• Support documentation and follow‑up of disclosure‑related controls and help coordinate and track evidence for control activities tied to quarterly disclosures.
• Assist in preparing summaries or checklists for 302 reporting cycles.
• Participate in internal and external audit requests by gathering and organizing evidence.
• Perform basic testing procedures under guidance (e.g., sample selections, testing of controls).
• Maintain an audit tracking log and follow up on outstanding items.
• Develop maps and document business processes along with related controls.
• Update control documentation templates and maintain version control.

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Commerce, or a related discipline, returning to school after the work term.
• Strong interest in SOX 404, SOX 302, internal controls, and compliance processes, with relevant coursework in accounting, auditing, or business controls.
• Basic familiarity with control documentation, risk assessment, or audit support concepts (coursework, case studies, or prior co‑op experience).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel. Word, Power Point, PowerBI, and comfort working with structured documentation and tracking lists.
• Excellent attention to detail, clear written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to follow guidance while taking initiative on assigned tasks.

• A hybrid work model (for applicable roles).
• A dog‑friendly office (and lots of cute dogs to play with).
• Unlimited access to an Employee Assistance Program that includes mental health care, mindfulness programs, and more.
• Access to Development Grants & a Linked In Learning membership to help you keep growing and learning.

We are a People first company that lives by our core values to…

• Defy Convention.
• Make it real.
• Play in the grey.
• Build Bridges.
• Be the rabbit.

These values continue to guide us in all that we do. Along the way, we’ve been honoured to win some pretty incredible awards, including a CEW Achiever Award, Best Skincare Brand at Sunday Times Style Beauty Awards, and Most Popular Sustainable Brand by The Cosmetify Index Global. We’re still blushing!

DECIEM’s objective is to build growth…