Tax and Utility Clerk - Finance

Town of Morinville•Morinville, AB

3d•CA$59,740 - CA$71,333•Onsite

About The Position

The Town of Morinville is seeking a permanent full-time Tax & Utility Clerk to join the Financial Services Team. This role is responsible for maintaining utility and tax accounts, working collaboratively with two other team members to support the collection of utility fees and the management of property tax and assessment accounts. The position involves coordinating meter reading activities, managing utility accounts, processing billing, reconciling third-party charges, preparing and issuing tax notices, updating roll information, calculating tax rates, administering installment plans, and responding to customer inquiries. The successful candidate will also process payments, monitor arrears, apply penalties, and support collections and audit requirements.

Requirements

Post secondary diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
A minimum of two years of experience in accounting, finance, or a related field is required.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines while working with considerable independence and resourcefulness.
Ability to exercise sound judgment and make practical, fair, and objective decisions.
Demonstrated analytical skills, exceptional attention to detail, and a proven commitment to delivering excellent internal and external customer service.
Must provide a criminal record check as a condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a municipal government environment is an asset.
Experience in Great Plains (Diamond Municipal Solutions) is an asset.

Responsibilities

Coordinate meter reading activities and work orders with public works staff, including scheduling, issue resolution, and month end support.
Create, maintain, and update utility accounts, including new account setup and account changes.
Import meter reads and process monthly utility billing, including verification of data, application of penalties, and billing accuracy checks.
Reconcile third party utility charges, including waste management fees, and investigate unusual or high consumption issues.
Prepare, distribute, and issue utility bills through mail and electronic billing systems.
Prepare and process annual property tax and assessment notices in accordance with legislation and municipal requirements.
Update assessment and tax roll information based on changes from the municipal assessor and Alberta Land Titles.
Calculate and apply property tax rates, ensuring tax levies balance to approved bylaws.
Maintain the tax roll, including roll setup, updates, and administration of new and changing property accounts.
Issue tax certificates and administer arrears management processes, including notifications, recovery actions, and payment monitoring.
Administer tax installment payment plans and ensure compliance with established schedules.
Respond to customer inquiries related to utilities and property taxes, providing information on accounts, billing, and payment options.
Process payments, monitor arrears, apply penalties, and support collections and audit requirements.