Position Summary:

As a member of the Financial Services team, the Taxation Clerk provides clerical services and taxation administration of property tax accounts in support of the City’s overall operations and development. This includes, but is not limited to: customer service, maintenance of tax files, collecting outstanding taxes, generating tax assessment and billing notices.

Key Accountabilities:

• Creates, maintains, updates and reconciles tax accounts to ensure accurate and timely information in collaboration with GIS, Planning and Land Titles.
• Issue tax search certificates.
• Management property tax payment plans and support payment processing.
• Resolves inquiries related to taxes and assessments in person, by phone or e-mail.
• Prepares yearly tax reconciliation for auditing.

• Generates tax assessment and billing notices in a timely fashion.
• Monitors outstanding accounts, sends reminder and collection notices, ensures outstanding accounts are collected according to the Municipal Government Act (MGA).
• Assists the Management team regarding sensitive issues.
• Stays current with legislative changes and update procedures accordingly to remain in compliance with the Municipal Government Act (MGA).

• Responsible for using confidential information appropriately and maintaining the confidentiality and security of all information related to the City.
• Ensures a safe and healthy work environment for staff, visitors, the community and stakeholders, e.g., participates in workplace safety initiatives, participates in formal and informal worksite safety and environment inspections and audits, ensures compliance and accountability with the City’s Health and Safety Management System, reports and assists in the analysis of near misses or incidents.
• Participates as a member of the Chestermere Emergency Response team in preparing and enabling the community to respond in the event of a local or regional disaster.

Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent of this job.  They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and activities required of this position.

Required Education and Experience:

• Diploma in Accounting or related discipline.
• 2 years of related and progressive experience.

Required Certifications and/or Documentation:

• Criminal Record Check deemed satisfactory by the City.

Expected Skills and Attributes:

• Knowledge of basic principles and practices regarding accounting and taxation.
• Knowledge of the Municipal Government Act and related legislation.
• Strong work ethic and highly motivated with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and respond to action requests in a timely matter.
• Proficient computer skills and software such as MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and applicable accounting software.
• Strong customer service and communication skills, both verbal and written.

Working Conditions:

• Normal office conditions; long periods of sitting, reading and concentration.
• Stress associated with finance management, and the responsibility for efficient clerical support of the team.

Union: CUPE Local 37

Position Type: Full Time

Location: City Hall

Compensation: Pay Grade will be determined by position placement.

Pay: $28.13/hr. (you will find the detail information in Appendix A of the draft collective agreement)

Days of Work: Monday to Friday