TAX CLERK

Rideau Lakes; Delta; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A municipal government in Delta, Ontario is seeking a full-time Tax Clerk to manage various clerical tasks related to municipal taxes. The ideal candidate will have attention to detail, accuracy in financial records, and the ability to interact with the public. Responsibilities include processing tax payments, maintaining taxpayer accounts, and assisting with tax bills. This position offers the opportunity to work in a supportive finance department environment.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail and accuracy in financial records.
• Experience with clerical and administrative tasks.
• Ability to interact frequently with the public.

Responsibilities

• Process and record tax payments received by mail, in person, or electronically.
• Assist in the preparation and mailing of tax bills, reminder notices, etc.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date taxpayer accounts.
• Respond to public inquiries regarding tax bills, due dates, payment options, and account status.
• Process daily electronic deposits.
• Place MPAC inquiries regarding property issues.
• Maintain the monthly preauthorized payment plan arrangements.
• Perform data entry and maintain filing systems for tax-related documents.
• Provide general administrative support to the Finance department.
• Provide coverage for the Reception/Payment Processing Clerk as required.
• Maintain confidentiality and security of taxpayer information.

Job description

Overview

The Township of Rideau Lakes is seeking an individual to fill the full-time position of Tax Clerk. POSITION SUMMARY: The Tax Clerk performs a variety of clerical and administrative tasks related to the billing, collection, and recording of municipal taxes. This position requires attention to detail, accuracy in financial records, and frequent interaction with the public.

Responsibilities

• Process and record tax payments received by mail, in person, or electronically.
• Assist in the preparation and mailing of tax bills, reminder notices, etc.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date taxpayer accounts.
• Respond to public inquiries regarding tax bills, due dates, payment options, and account status.
• Process daily electronic deposits.
• Place MPAC inquiries regarding property issues.
• Maintain the monthly preauthorized payment plan arrangements.
• Perform data entry and maintain filing systems for tax-related documents.
• Provide general administrative support to the Finance department.
• Provide coverage for the Reception/Payment Processing Clerk as required.
• Maintain confidentiality and security of taxpayer information.