Revenue Specialist
2 weeks ago
**Revenue Specialist**
Permanent Full-Time
**J0225-0457**
The Town of New Tecumseth is looking for a Revenue Specialist to join our rapidly growing team.
**Why work with us?**
Our growing community, identified as one of the fastest growing municipalities by Statistics Canada, located about an hour north of Toronto, offers beautiful rural and urban landscapes and diverse opportunities to work in a technologically progressive, public environment.
**What we promise**:
- flexible work environment, including ability to work from home up to two (2) days per week
- employer paid health and dental benefit packages from day 1
- competitive salaries
- OMERS pension plan
- free gym membership at Town recreation centres
- professional development opportunities
Reporting to the Supervisor, Revenue Services/Tax Collector, this position is responsible for supporting all aspects of work relating to the Accounts Receivables, Taxation and Utility billing and collection function of the Finance Department.
**How you contribute to our organization**:
- The initial customer service contact responding to public inquiries typically requiring subsequent investigation and trouble shooting.
- Responsible for maintaining an accurate customer database i.e. new account set-up, profile changes, accounting adjustments, preauthorized payment plans (PAP), electronic file transfer (EFT) etc.
- Generates tax bills, water, sewer, and sales invoices and delivers via electronic and mail distribution following legislated protocols. Processes monthly penalties and interest on accounts. Assists with Payment-in-Lieu (PIL) and linear accounts for reconciliation and billings. Processes tax account amendments created by severances, Minutes of Settlement, mortgages changes and property sales.
- Provides ratepayers, lawyers, mortgage companies, etc., with timely and accurate tax and utility balances, ownership or assessment information regarding various types of properties.
- Safeguards sensitive payment information and responsible for collection, reimbursement, and associated tracking. Maintains confidentiality
- Assists Supervisor of Revenue with delinquent account collection through customer contact, overdue notices, and under extreme situations administers approved payment plans or assists with the tax sale or tax appeal processes and coordinate utility disconnections with the operational department. Prepares and documents property registrations and tax sales. Prepares and monitors payment agreements for delinquent accounts and reverses non-negotiable payments.
- Assists with preparation, monitoring and updating information related to tax and utility notices, website content, pamphlets, on-line information, portals, etc.
- Contributes and participates in division team meetings, training, and initiatives.
- Create and update standard operating procedures as required.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
- Works in compliance with the Corporate Health and Safety Policy and all other corporate policies, procedures, and operational guidelines.
**What you bring to the team**:
- College level certificate or diploma in Business or Accounting.
- OMTRA municipal tax administration program (MTAP) is strongly preferred. Willingness and ability to obtain MTAP if not already completed.
- 3 -5 years of related experience in an accounts receivable and billing environment. Tax and Utility billing exposure is an asset.
- Exposure to the municipal environment
- Excellent customer service skills and when required the ability to resolve customer conflict.
**Salary**:$60,386.24 - $75,478.13, plus employer paid benefits and OMERS pension plan
**Hours**:35 hours per week, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday
**Location**: Town Hall, 24 Tupper Street West, Alliston
**To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume and copies of the required credentials (degree, training, etc) by March 5th, 2025.**
We thank you for your interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
The Town of New Tecumseth is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. If contacted for an interview, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation.