Finance Clerk-Taxes

The Municipality of Grey Highlands invites applications for:
Finance Clerk - Taxes   Permanent, Full-Time (37.5 hours/week)
$30.58 - $35.77/hour
Are you looking for a workplace where your contributions are truly valued and your professional growth is supported? At Grey Highlands, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and supportive environment that appreciates the dedication and professionalism of our staff.
As a member of our team, you'll have the unique opportunity to work alongside inspirational community leaders and collaborate with passionate colleagues to achieve organizational goals. Together, we are shaping the future of Grey Highlands, making a meaningful impact on our community.
What We're Looking For  While experience in taxation, municipal finance, or accounting would be considered an asset, we recognize that technical skills can be developed through training and experience. We are particularly interested in candidates who demonstrate exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to delivering outstanding customer service.

What We Offer  At Grey Highlands, we believe in taking care of our employees. Here are some of the benefits you can expect when you join our team:
Comprehensive Benefits Package :
Enjoy employer-paid extended health and dental care, life insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for full-time staff.
Pension Plan :
All employees are eligible for our contributory pension plan (OMERS), ensuring your future is secure.
Paid Time Off :
Take advantage of paid vacation days and personal days to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
Professional Growth :
We offer numerous training and development opportunities to help you advance in your career and achieve your professional goals.
The Municipality of Grey Highlands is dedicated to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in the workplace. We celebrate and welcome the diversity of all employees.
Purpose of Position  Due to a vacancy, the Municipality of Grey Highlands is pleased to invite applications for the position of Finance Clerk – Taxes. Reporting to the Deputy Treasurer, the Tax Finance Clerk will be responsible for the activities and functions of tax policies, invoicing, collections, reconciliation, including the coordination and administration of property taxation, and collection functions. To provide customer service to the public.

Receive and answer inquiries from the public, staff, government agencies, tax consultants, law firms, and the Assessment Office.
Major Responsibilities   Coordinates and prepares the property tax billing process in conjunction with government legislation and municipal by-laws; includes issuance of tax arrears notices and collection, maintenance, and adjustments of accounts; maintaining status and historical record of property tax accounts.
Analyze and resolve concerns and inquiries from property owners and/or applicants pertaining to property assessment and taxation matters. Coordinate discussions with the applicable parties in attempt to an appropriate resolution.
Collection of arrears; actively works to reduce arrears and collect before proceeding to tax sale process.
Prepares monthly property tax general ledger and sub ledger reconciliations.
Balances, prepares, and delivers large bank deposits. Process and balance mortgage company bulk payment for property taxes.
Maintains property tax roll.
Administers property tax pre-authorization payment plan. Prepares Electronic Funds Transfer applications and process EFT payments as well as post-dated cheques on due dates.
Prepares tax certificates, tax billings.
Documents changes in property status, new and revised supplemental assessments and other information affecting tax collection.
Prepares, bills, and collects local improvements, tile drain loans and other miscellaneous charges.
Provides the public with information on taxation and tax relief programs. Responds to taxpayers concerns about their assessment and taxes.
Liaises with Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC).
Coordinates registration of tax arrears certificates with outside property tax consultants.
Liaises with Tax Specialist Consultant in the tax sale proceedings once initiated.
Report and record asset maintenance needs or repairs to team leader or manager in support of asset management. Assist with the maintenance of asset inventories and databases, as required.
Receive, review, and ensure Municipal Act appeals submitted by…