Finance Manager

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Job type
Permanent
Location
Clarence-Rockland
Profession
Accounting And Finance
Industry
Government & Public Services
Pay
$79,000 - $99,000

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Finance Supervisor

Your new company

The City of Clarence-Rockland is a modern municipality that perfectly combines rural charm and urban vitality. Clarence-Rockland is located on the banks of the historic Ottawa River to the north and in the shade of the tall pine trees of the Larose Forest to the south. Between these two poles, there are several communities with their own unique colours and charm.

From its humble beginnings as a lumber town over 140 years ago, Clarence-Rockland has blossomed into a beautiful city of nearly 25,000 people. Located 32 kilometres east of Parliament Hill and 145 kilometres west of Montreal, the region offers an excellent quality of life and countless business opportunities.

Your new role

Primarily responsible for the preparation and issuance of interim and final property tax bills. The incumbent also reviews the City’s assessment base and ensures the accuracy of the assessment roll for property taxation purposes. The incumbent acts as the representative of the City with the Assessment Review Board and the property owners’ appellant in assessment issues. Oversees the collection of all tax arrears and interacts and builds partnerships with key personnel or other relevant stakeholders of Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) and the consultants of Municipal Tax Equity (MTE Consultants Inc.). Distributes funds to all school boards and the upper tier government that have been collected for them during the years. Manages the Tax Clerk and the Utility Clerk in the functions of their work.

What you'll need to succeed

Required Education: Completion of College Diploma in accounting or a University Degree in Administration option accounting; Successful completion of the Municipal Tax Administration Program would be an asset.
Experience: three (3) to five (5) years if finance experience. Experience in the municipal assessment and tax environment would be an asset.
Professional Certifications: Associate member of the Institute of Municipal Assessors (AIMA), Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) or Ontario Municipal Taxation and Revenue Association (OMTRA) would be an asset.
Skills and expertise requirements:

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbally in French and English
Comprehensive knowledge of municipal finance-related legislation/regulations including the Municipal Act and Property Assessment and Taxation Act
Clear understanding of all aspects of municipal taxation
Knowledge of the tax sale process
Exceptional communication skills with an emphasis on customer service
General knowledge of municipal administration accounting
Advanced skills with MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Knowledge of VADIM software would be an asset
Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment and to prioritize to meet inflexible deadlines

What you'll get in return