Accounts Receivable Coordinator

Accounts Receivable Coordinator

Competition Number: /193

Posting Scope: Internal / External

Posted Date: November 13, 2025

Closing Date: November 27, 2025, 4:30 PM PST

Department: Finance

Posting Type: Maternity/Parental Leave Replacement – up to 14 months

Work schedule: Monday to Friday ( 35 hour work week)

Salary: $ 50.45 per hour, Pay Grade 15

Job Code:

Employee Group: This is a CUPE Local 50  position

Number of Vacancies:

Join the City of Victoria as an Accounts Receivable Coordinator, where you'll play a key role in coordinating accounts receivable for the City's property tax, business licencing and dog licencing systems. You'll collaborate closely with internal teams, provide excellent service to the public, and contribute to the continuous improvement of our financial processes. As a supervisory position, this role suits someone who values teamwork, accuracy, and positive working relationships while working in a dynamic municipal environment.

We encourage applicants to include a cover letter as part of their application.

WORK FROM HOME

The successful candidate for this posting may be eligible for participation in a hybrid, work from home arrangement in alignment with the City's Work from Home Policy. Such arrangements are determined with each employee and subject to change based on operational needs and policy direction. 

Coordinate and participate in the operations of the accounts receivable systems.

KEY DUTIES

Coordinate, review and participate in the work of approximately 9 staff involved in the City's receivable systems such as property taxation, business licence, parkade and general accounts receivable; ensure schedules, procedures and established performance and safety standards are met; make recommendations on employee selection, promotion, discipline and development; provide employee training and input to employee performance appraisals.

Responsible for the operation and maintenance of the City's taxation and accounts receivable systems including the preparation and collection of annual Property Tax billings, monthly, annual and other billings for subdivisions, strata plans and changes in ownership or renters; ensure related master index files are balanced and maintained to reflect changes.

Respond to enquiries from the public, staff and outside agencies by providing related advice and guidance; interpret and explain legislation, bylaws, policies and regulations; compose correspondence and prepare reports and spreadsheets for financial analysis as required; participate on corporate committees as required.

Participate in the development and implementation of policies, procedures and standards of the accounts receivable; assist in the planning and implementation of new financial systems and recommend improvements to existing systems.

Perform related duties where qualified.

INDEPENDENCE

Work is performed according to established policies and procedures or is assigned by supervisor.

Work is reviewed through discussions with supervisor.

Issues such as deviations from policy and established procedure and changes in interpretation of legislation, bylaws and policies are discussed with supervisor with recommendations.

Issues such as major system changes and staffing matters are discussed with supervisor with recommendations.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Effort:

Touch keying on calculator. (occasional)

Sit with arms unsupported while keyboarding. (occasional)

Mental Effort:

Meet accounting and project deadlines. (frequent)

Deal with complaints and negative comments. (rare)

Short periods of intense concentration while performing calculations and analysis. (often)

Visual/Auditory Effort:

Focus on a variety of source data and computer for short periods. (frequent)

Work Environment:

Office.

KEY SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Understand and apply accounting techniques related to municipal accounting.

Interpret related legislation and registration.

Organize and prioritize the work of a section.

Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

Advanced level operation of current City of Victoria financial and spreadsheet programs.

Formal Education, Training and Occupational Certification:

High school graduation.

Completion of third year equivalency of CPA, CPA-CA, CPA- CGA, CPA-CMA (3 years)

Experience:

4 years of experience in computerized accounting, with full cycle property taxation

or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

OTHER:

Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations.

May be requested to substitute in a more senior position.

To apply for this opportunity, you will need to create an online profile or log back into our career portal at - only online submissions will be considered. All applications must be submitted online by 4:30 pm on the closing date noted on the posting. Please be prepared to provide proof of qualifications as outlined in your resume. 

The City of Victoria is committed to integrating equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility into our programs, policies, spaces, and services. Our goal is to cultivate a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve and aim to become. Individuals who are Indigenous, racialized, immigrants, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+, or facing any additional barriers are encouraged to apply. Accommodations will be available upon request throughout the application and selection process. 

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