Lead Revenue Analyst

Join to apply for the Lead Revenue Analyst role at Halifax Regional Municipality Halifax Regional Municipality provided pay range This range is provided by Halifax Regional Municipality. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range CA$39.63/hr - CA$39.63/hr Halifax Regional Municipality is inviting applications for the Permanent, Full-Time position of Lead Revenue Analyst in the Finance & Asset Management business unit. Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) is committed to reflecting the community it serves and recognizing Diversity and Inclusion as one of the Municipality’s core values. We have an Employment Equity Policy and we welcome applications from African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Women in occupations or positions where they are underrepresented in the workforce, Indigenous/Aboriginal People, Persons with Disabilities and 2SLGBTQ+ Persons. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify on their electronic application. Reporting to the Tax Resource Supervisor, the Lead Revenue Analyst acts as a mentor for the Tax Resource team with respect to customer service, tax policy and accounting treatment. This position is the technical lead responsible for the centralized billing of 165,000 taxation accounts as well as general revenue accounts. Key to this responsibility is ensuring the administration and accuracy of assessment roll information in the billing system (SAP) and Council approved tax and area rates, including Community and private Road area rates as well as Business Improvement District area rates. This role is also responsible for reconciliation and accuracy of certain general ledger accounts on a monthly, quarterly or annual basis. This position also has overall responsibility for the administration and execution of budgets and billings for legislated Tax Agreements and Payments-in-Lieu-of-Taxes (PILT) for Federal and Provincial property as well as Crown Corporations. Duties and Responsibilities Act as technical lead for loading assessment roll in system and accurately billing all real property accounts in accordance with the Halifax Charter, Administrative Order 18, and Council direction bi-annually; Responsible for the integrity of the Revenue billing and accounting system, including liaison with the IT division in system processes and changes; Responsible for the administration of Community and Private Road area rates including customer service, budgeting, reconciliation, and compliance; Analyze and report on revenue team Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), identify trends and make adjustments as needed when KPIs fall below acceptable levels; Assign and oversee the technical work of the Tax and Customer Account Analysts, performing audits on tickets and coaching staff as appropriate; and Ensure adequate coverage for daily operations, including providing operational support to Tax Analysts when required due to volume or resource constraints. May perform other related duties as assigned. Qualifications Education and Experience Post-secondary degree in Business, Economics, Public Administration, or related field. Five years’ experience in a technical accounting role including general ledger, reconciliation, and billing / collection. Five years’ experience in an external-facing customer service role. CPA designation, substantial work toward CPA designation, or other formal education in Accounting (IFRS). Technical / Job Specific Knowledge and Abilities Strong working knowledge of the Halifax Charter, Municipal Government Act (MGA), Provincial Assessment Act, Payment in Lieu of Taxes Act, Municipal Grants Act, Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, HRM By-Laws and Administrative Orders including but not limited to Administrative Order 18, The Revenue & Collections Policy; Strong working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) as they apply to municipal government (FRAM); Strong interpersonal and presentation skills; Professional knowledge of the application of software, including Enterprise platforms, spreadsheets, and databases in accomplishing goals; and Sound knowledge of municipal government accounting. Security Clearance Requirements: Applicants may be required to complete an employment security screening check. Please note – Testing may be conducted as a component of the selection process to assess technical and job specific knowledge. Candidates who are selected for testing, may be tested in a group setting, scheduled at the employer’s discretion. Competencies: Valuing Diversity, Organizational Awareness, Customer Service, Teamwork & Cooperation, Analytical Thinking, Communications, Networking/Relationship Building, Visioning, Strategic Thinking & Innovation, Managing Change, Decision Making. Work Status: Permanent, Full-Time. Hours of Work: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm, Monday-Friday, 35 Hours per week. Flex options to work outside of these hours and hybrid may be available. Salary: Level 8, $39.63 per hour, as per the NSGEU Local 222 Collective Agreement. Work Location: 40 Alderney Drive, Dartmouth. Closing Date: Applications will be received up to 11:59 PM on Wednesday, December 24, 2025 . Please note: We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for interview/testing will be contacted. To ensure a fair and equitable hiring process, candidates are expected to complete all parts of the recruitment process, including assessments, assignments, and interviews independently and without the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools or other forms of external assistance. The use of AI to complete any component of the hiring process is not permitted and may result in disqualification from consideration. Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide proof of their qualifications, including, but not limited to, educational credentials, professional licenses, and relevant certifications. During the recruitment process, applicants have the right to request an accommodation. Applicants invited to participate in an assessment process (such as interview or testing) and who require an accommodation, should discuss their needs with the Talent Acquisition Advisor when invited to the assessment process. 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