Inspector

About RECO

As Ontario’s regulator of more than 110,000 real estate agents and brokerages (often referred to as registrants), RECO administers and enforces the law that regulates trading in real estate in Ontario and enhances consumer confidence in the real estate services sector. RECO’s commitment to pursuing trust in every transaction means consumers can navigate the real estate market with confidence.

A modern regulator with approximately 180 employees, RECO is a collegial and dynamic environment where strategic agility, curiosity and empathy are valued.

Hybrid work environment

RECO has a ‘hybrid’ environment, which typically includes a minimum attendance in the office of two days per week, with some teams/positions requiring more frequent in-office attendance.

RECO’s commitment to diversity and inclusion: They aren’t just words to us!

RECO is committed to promoting an equitable, diverse, and inclusive environment that includes awareness, education, and engagement-building opportunities for all employees.

The role

Under the direction of the Manager, Audit & Inspection conduct timely, regular, and special inspections of business operations registered under the Trust in Real Estate Services Act, 2002 (TRESA) or its successor.

Position responsibilities

Carry out the examination and inspection activities of business operations registered under TRESA including:

• Investigating formal complaints by examining the trade record sheets, bank statements, trust ledger, term deposits and all other related statements in order to perform reconciliation of the broker’s trust account and establish trust liability.
• Checking general bank account and other related or corporate accounts and records to determine financial difficulties or misuse of trust funds.
• Provide all necessary administrative functions as a result of any inspection or investigation, including preparing correspondence, detailed reports of inspections, and recommendations for action.
• Give evidence at tribunal hearings or in court.
• Provide interpretation and assistance to the registrants and other individuals by providing information, clarification, and guidance on compliance policies and procedures.
• Identify and report on ongoing inspection problems; providing assistance to investigators as they conduct investigation; maintaining an up-to-date awareness of legislation and inspection methods and an awareness of deceptive practices.

Qualifications and experience

• Thorough knowledge of bookkeeping, accounting principles, as it relates to a real estate brokerage business, as well as auditing and related experience.
• Able to follow accounting processes, reconcile trust and general accounting records.
• Ability to manage and organize large amounts of detailed information.
• Demonstrated ability to work on own. Must be able to schedule time and resources effectively.
• Strong verbal and written skills and the ability to summarize and present evidence and conduct interviews.
• Knowledge and understanding of the judicial process, TRESA, including the Code of Ethics, and the registrar’s requirements. Knowledge and awareness of real estate industry practices and changes (including negative and/or deceptive practices).
• Ability to travel and work throughout the Province of Ontario.
• Computer skills.

Pay Range

$65,709—$82,136 CAD

Why work for RECO?

Working at RECO means contributing to an organization that supports a fair, transparent, and consumer-focused real estate marketplace.

What you can expect

• Purpose-driven work: Your contributions help protect consumers and strengthen one of Ontario’s largest and most important sectors.
• A modern, evolving regulator: We are innovating how we regulate and engage with the real estate sector, and your ideas and expertise will help shape the future.
• Professional growth: We invest in employee development, ongoing learning, and cross-functional exposure.
• Hybrid flexibility: Our hybrid model supports balance, flexibility, and wellbeing.
• Inclusive culture: You’ll work with people who care deeply about doing what’s right and delivering high-quality public service.

Join us

If you’re passionate about meaningful work, eager to grow, and want to make a tangible impact on an industry that touches every Ontarian, RECO is the place to do it.

Apply today and help shape the future of real estate in Ontario.

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RECO is committed to treating all people in a way that allows them to maintain their dignity and independence. We believe in integration and equal opportunity. We are committed to meeting the needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner and will do so by preventing and removing barriers to accessibility.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest.