Revenue Accounting Clerk (Temporary, 12 months)

The City of Guelph•Guelph, ON

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Resumes are being accepted for the temporary position of Revenue Accounting Clerk within the Finance Department. Reporting to the Supervisor, Taxation Revenue, the successful candidate will be primarily responsible for the accounting functions related to the Taxation and Revenue Division with a focus on quality customer service and continuous improvement processes. Guided by the goals and objectives of the City of Guelph Corporate Strategic Plan and committed to the Corporate Values of integrity, service, inclusion, wellness and learning, the candidate will aid in the achievement of the Community Vision for an inclusive, connected, prosperous city.

Requirements

2-year college diploma in Business Administration with a focus in accounting or a related discipline and 3 years’ experience within an accounting / finance office work setting.
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the Municipal Act, Assessment Act and other relevant legislation.
Good understanding of relevant accounting practices and principles.
Strong mathematical skills, aptitude for figures, thoroughness and attention to detail and accuracy.
Demonstrated ability to be a team player, establish effective working relationships with co-workers and a diverse group of stakeholders.
Strong customer service skills with the ability to respond to customers confidentially in a professional and courteous manner.
Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.
Well organized, able to prioritize work and meet inflexible deadlines in a demanding environment.
Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook).
Knowledge of the Occupational Health & Safety Act.

Nice To Haves

Completion of the Municipal Tax Administration Program would be an asset. The successful candidate would be required to start the program upon job acceptance and complete the program within 18 months.
Experience working in a Municipal setting would be an asset.
Experience with Central Square Tax, Class, JD Edwards and WAM software would be a definite asset.

Responsibilities

Administer the pre-authorized debit plans including initial enrolment, changes, cancellations, payment amounts, timely resolution of discrepancies and transmittal of data file to bank.
Perform all accounting duties with respect to revenue related transactions including journal entries and account reconciliations (monthly, quarterly, annually).
Perform balance adjustments on property tax accounts.
Review accounts receivable entries for approval.
Ensure timely and accurate input of additions to tax roll.
Prepare and set up vendors for all cheque requisitions for refunds due to overpayments and adjustments to account.
Verify credit balances and initiate adjustments when required.
Tax adjustments and invoicing for new owner administration fee.
Prepare, calculate and print supplementary tax bills.
Backup for processing of tax adjustments resulting from Assessment Review Board decisions, Minutes of Settlement, Municipal Act Applications.
Assist in the completion of Financial Information Return (FIR), School Levy, BIA and other reporting requirements.
Process and receive all purchase orders for division.
Backup for Payment and Collection Clerks, Accounts Receivable Clerk and Property Tax Analyst as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive wages
Comprehensive benefits
Paid vacation days, increasing with years of service
Paid personal days
Defined benefit pension plan with OMERS, including 100-per-cent employer matching
Extended health and dental benefits, including Health Care Spending Account
Employee and Family Assistance Program
Parental leave top up program
Learning and development opportunities including tuition assistance
Employee recognition programs