Manager, Taxation

City of Belleville; Belleville; On-site; CAD 116,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

A municipality in Ontario seeks a Manager of Taxation to oversee property taxation processes, including billing, collections, and assessment management. The candidate will work closely with various stakeholders to ensure compliance with legislative requirements and lead a team responsible for the City's taxation programs. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and benefits. Ideal for individuals passionate about municipal finance and community engagement.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Employer-paid extended health benefits

OMERS Pension Plan

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in municipal property tax billing and collections.
• Experience supervising staff for at least 3 years.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the City's property taxation process, including billing and collections.
• Coordinate with Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) for assessment changes.
• Supervise Taxation staff to ensure quality service.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Three Year University degree in business, finance, economics or related field

Certificate in Municipal Tax Administration (OMTRA)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Financial management software

Job description

MANAGER, TAXATION

The City of Belleville, known as the ‘Friendly City’, is located at the mouth of the Moira River where it meets the picturesque Bay of Quinte. Experience world‑class fishing, boating, cycling, and walking along approximately 14 kilometers of waterfront trails. Situated between Toronto and Montreal, and less than one hour from the U.S. border, the City truly is at the center of it all.

Approximately 56,000 people make Belleville their home and over 220,000 live within 30 minutes of the City. We are in close proximity to Prince Edward County where you can discover award winning wineries and numerous beaches including Sandbanks Provincial Park. We are home to Loyalist College of Applied Arts and Technology as well as Albert College, Canada’s oldest co‑ed boarding independent private school. The historic downtown core provides numerous restaurants, shopping and live music and theater venues for an amazing cultural experience. Our inviting blend of small town warmth and big city amenities, quality of life and affordable housing make Belleville the perfect place to live, work and play. More information is available at www.belleville.ca

Currently, the City of Belleville has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated, strategic, and dynamic individual to join our Finance Department as a Manager, Taxation.

Position Type: Permanent Full Time

Number of Positions: One (1)

Department: Finance Department

File Number: SV25-143

Location: City Hall (169 Front Street, Belleville, ON)

Hours: 35 hours per week – Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 4:30pm

Employee Group: Non‑Union

Salary: Grade 6 ($116,579.97 - $138,786.51 per year)

Closing Date: Friday, January 16, 2026 4:30 PM

Purpose and Scope

The Manager of Taxation is responsible for the administration of all aspects of the City’s property taxation and assessment systems, ensuring that property taxation revenues are accurately calculated, reconciled, billed and collected. The role includes proactive management of the assessment base to identify changes and growth that support short-term operating budgets and long‑term financial sustainability.

This role provides leadership and subject matter expertise in property taxation policy, prepares and presents recommendations to Council, and implements approved policies. This role serves as a key resource to Council, Management and the public on matters pertaining to property taxation, assessment, and collections. The role also carries responsibilities under the Municipal Act, Assessment Act and other legislation, including calculating tax rates, collections, conducting tax sales and preparing property tax analysis and policy recommendations for Council consideration.

Key Responsibilities

• Be responsible for the management of the City’s Municipal property taxation process including billing, rate setting, by‑law preparation, assessment and collection in accordance with the Municipal Act and applicable City by‑laws, policies and procedures.
• Be responsible for the City’s Assessment Base Management activities in accordance with legislative requirements, ensuring assessment values remain fair and accurate, and analyzing assessment growth projections.
• Oversee Assessment Review Board (ARB) appeal activity and act as Municipal Representative for ARB regarding appeals filed under the Municipal Act, defending and negotiating as appropriate to protect the City’s assessment base. Prepare Minutes of Settlement and formal statements of response on behalf of City.
• Maintain ongoing relationships and communication with the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) to ensure appropriate assessment changes, supplementary taxes, and growth are incorporated into the City’s assessment base in a timely and accurate manner.
• Be responsible for the allocation of School Board revenues and adjustments, quarterly remittances, year‑end reconciliation and preparation of related reports and By‑Laws for Council.
• Oversee administration of the City’s tax incentive grant programs.
• Management of the City’s property tax rebate programs (Low Income Seniors and ODSP, Charity Rebates, etc.) including program oversight, annual budget forecast and analysis, Council reporting and bylaw development.
• Ensure the effective development and implementation of property tax collection policies and processes, based on legislative requirements and best practices to safeguard the City’s financial assets; prepare and present recommendations to Executive Management and Council.
• Manage municipal Tax sale proceedings, including negotiation of payment arrangements, liaison with tax sale agents, and property sale by public tender.
• Support the year‑end external financial audit engagement preparing taxation working papers, financial information return information and backup documentation as required.
• In coordination with the Communications section, prepare all property taxation related media releases and public information including the annual final tax billing insert.
• Develop and update all Property Tax related information for the City website including maintenance and updating of the Property Tax calculator.
• Provide direct supervision to Taxation staff – leading, motivating, coaching and recognizing employees to promote excellence in customer service, tax analysis, and efficient and responsible information reporting and staff development.
• Participate in the staff recruitment and hiring process, conduct annual reviews, performance appraisals and disciplinary actions and prepare staff development plans to promote career advancement and succession planning.
• Act in administrator role for various property tax programs and portals ensuring appropriate access and utilization of tax tools.
• Be responsible for the Belleville Downtown Improvement Area yearly tax rate calculation, quarterly remittance, year‑end reconciliation and the annual BDIA tax rate report and by‑law.
• Perform all tasks and responsibilities through the lens of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, ensuring commitment to fairness, representation, accessibility and respect for diverse perspectives and cultures in all aspects of work.

Note: the above duties and responsibilities are not to be construed as all‑inclusive.

Education / Training / Specialized Skills

Minimum Qualifications

• Three (3) Year University degree in business, finance, economics or related field
• Certificate in Municipal Tax Administration (OMTRA)
• Computer literacy with proficiency and advanced skills in Microsoft Office (including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) and financial management software
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check (“CRC”) prior to commencing work at the City of Belleville

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Accounting Designation (CPA)
• Professional Assessor Accreditation (AIMA, MIMA)
• Executive Diploma in Municipal Management (AMCTO)

Work Experience

Required Qualifications

• Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in municipal property tax billing, collections, assessment base management and related policy development
• Three (3) years directing and supervising staff
• Excellent organizational, time management, interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills
• Experience and professionalism in dealing with confidential information and interaction with both inter‑departmental and external contacts
• Experience preparing reports, minutes of settlement and other business communication
• Experience presenting reports and participating & effectively conveying business interests in other public speaking engagements (e.g. tribunals, committees, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience working with Vadim financial software, SharePoint, GIS preferred

What’s In It For You

• Competitive market salary
• Competitive employer‑paid extended health benefits
• OMERS Pension Plan
• Live, work, and play in the beautiful city of Belleville and experience all that it has to offer.

How To Apply

www.belleville.ca/careers

We thank all applicants who apply but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The City of Belleville is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier‑free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please advise the Human Resources Division to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process.

Personal information and any supporting material will be administered in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA).