Supervisor of Taxation and Revenue

The Township of Wilmot is seeking a **Supervisor of Taxation and Revenue** (1 year contract). This position maintains taxation and utilities billing and collection processes within pertinent legislation; and the policies and guidelines established.

**Responsibilities**:

- Maintains Township’s property tax billing system including calculation of rates, billing, collection and delivery of invoices
- Oversee Township’s utility billing system including calculation of rates, billing, collection and delivery of invoices
- Verify and generate water/wastewater billing for the Township, including scheduled final water bills
- Follows up on escalated (Level 2) customer complaints for water/wastewater accounts and general receivable accounts
- Supervise the tax roll and utility data entry and communications
- Calculates annual tax levy requirement, prepares tax levy by-laws and prepares the tax billing in accordance with levy by-law and Ontario Regulations
- Maintains accounting and related records for all taxation transactions in the Township, including new and supplementary assessment; budget and legislative changes; and tax adjustments and write-offs, ensuring accuracy of same
- Maintains Local Improvement and Area Charges; Registers and updates Master Files and Collector’s roll as required
- Oversee tax sale processes, including liaising with legal services for delinquent tax accounts
- Prepares monthly arrears listing for water/wastewater customers, and attends to collection of unpaid accounts
- Generates transaction files for pre-authorized payments of property taxes and water/wastewater accounts
- Prepares and issues invoices for a selection of other Township related accounts receivables and ensures their timely collection
- Prepares refund requests for property taxes and water/wastewater customers
- Process Year End closing procedures within Tax System and General Ledger. Prepares FIR schedules for inclusion within annual financial statements and effectively participates in annual audit process.
- Prepare annual Water and Wastewater Rates review and draft operating budget
- Assist in the preparation of annual Municipal Budget
- Supervise and support the administrative receptionist team (2 people)
- Backup support for administrative functions including payroll and accounts receivable
- Liaise with third party software providers and area tax collectors
- Performs other duties as assigned

**Qualifications**:

- College Diploma/University Degree in related area of responsibility (accounting, business administration)
- A minimum of 5 years’ experience with property taxation, preferably in municipal environment,
- Completion of the Municipal Tax Administration Program (MTAP) would be an asset
- Excellent knowledge and skills in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook) and the ability to learn and adapt to new systems
- Ability to supervise and direct staff
- Ability to work well under pressure and with constant interruptions
- Capability to prioritize numerous responsibilities and pay attention to detail and accuracy
- Good public relation skills
- Ability to handle confidential information
- Valid “G” driver’s license and a good driving record
- A clean Criminal Record Check is required upon hire

**Working Conditions**:

- Work is generally performed in an office setting
- May be required to lift and move supplies weighing up to 25 lbs.
- May require use of personal vehicle

**Closing**: June 28, 2024

**Status**: Full Time (1 year contract)

**Pay Range**: $82,409 to $100,133 annually

**Training and Development**: Paid training and professional development opportunities are offered with this position.

**Work Hours**: This position offers a schedule of 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, between 8:30AM to 4:30PM

**Hybrid Work Opportunity**: Yes

**Work Location**: Wilmot Administration Complex, Baden, ON

**How to apply**:
We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: $82,409.00-$100,133.00 per year

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Baden, ON N3A 1A1

Application deadline: 2024-06-28