Req ID: 28113
Vacancy Type: Temporary until March 14, 2027
Number of Positions: 1
Closing Date: 06/24/2026
Job Summary
Reporting to the Supervisor, Collections, the successful candidate will be an integral member of the Collections team. This team is responsible for the collection of miscellaneous City Accounts Receivables, Provincial Offence Act fines, Property Taxes and the Municipal Accommodation Tax.
Duties and Responsibilities
Identify and monitor delinquent accounts and determine applicable collection activities.
Prepare analysis to monitor, measure and report on the various types of accounts to provide regular updates.
Act as a point of contact for key stakeholders.
Provide quality customer service by responding to internal and external customer inquiries.
Prepare and issue all related correspondence.
Post and track remittances.
Maintain and update information regularly.
Calculate appropriate fees, charges, penalty and interest to apply to accounts where applicable.
Perform monthly reconciliations for various areas.
Negotiate payment arrangements with customers on accounts in arrears.
Coordinate with Legal Services for the resolution of any collection issues and legal action.
Establish an annual audit process and oversee external auditors in the delivery of the audit program.
Oversee the appeal process and write-offs.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Skills and Qualifications
Completed post-secondary degree/diploma with a focus in finance, accounting, or business;
Minimum four years related experience in customer service, credit and collection;
Previous experience in municipal taxation, provincial fines, accounts receivable and/or bankruptcy is an asset.
Completion of the Municipal Revenue Administration Program(MRAP) is an asset.
Knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation, by-laws and policies including but not limited to the Municipal Act, Provincial Offence Act, and accounts receivables is an asset;
Exceptional verbal and written communication with the ability to handle sensitive and controversial issues with tact and diplomacy;
Excellent interpersonal and negotiating skills with an emphasis on customer service;
Strong technical, research, analytical and report writing skills an asset;
Proficient computer skills with MS Office specifically with Word, Excel, Outlook, WebEx and SharePoint;
Experience with SAP, TXM Tax Manager, INFOR, CAMS, ICON, Crystal and Municipal Connect is an asset;
Demonstrated organizational and time management skills to prioritize competing work demands, meet legislative deadlines and work under pressure;
Must be flexible with rotation of duties and hours of work;
Ability to manage a variety of duties simultaneously and effectively;
Hybrid work environment with regular attendance at City Hall.
Hourly Rate/Salary: $ 70,807.00 - $ 94,410.00
Grade: D
Hours of Work: 35
Work Location: Civic Centre
Hybrid Workplace
Organization Unit: CPS/Revenue Collections
Department/Division/Section: CPS/Corporate Services Dept , CPS/Finance Division , Revenue and Taxation
Non-Union/Union: Non Union
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Applicants applying to this posting may be considered for the same position(s) should another vacancy occur within six months from the date of this posting, unless the requirement to repost is expressed differently in a Collective Agreement.
If you are selected for an interview and your proposed transfer or promotion results in a real or perceived conflict of interest in relation to the Employment of Relatives Corporate Policy and Procedure, you must notify the Human Resources Representative as soon as possible.
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