Cityofhamilton

Cityofhamilton

Job ID #32097: Vacant Unit Tax Analyst

Hamilton, Ontario

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 12 days ago
StatisticsAccountingExcelTaxHRCustomer SupportCommunicationProblem SolvingPublic Speaking

About the role

  • Duration: Up to 18 months Vacancy type: This posting is for an existing vacancy Internal applicants should apply with your work e-mail address.
  • External applicants are considered only after the internal posting process has been completed.
  • Only applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted.

Responsibilities

  • Provide support, information and advice to customers and staff on complicated tax accounts.
  • Maintain current knowledge of relevant assessment and property tax legislation including the Municipal Act, the Assessment Act and Municipal by-laws affecting the Vacant Unit Tax process.
  • Perform other duties as assigned which are directly related to the responsibilities of the position.

Requirements

  • Experience and proficiency in a computerized environment with working knowledge of Word, Excel and database software.
  • Ability to input data at an acceptable speed and to manipulate data within excel spreadsheets.
  • A demonstrated ability to calculate property tax adjustments would be an asset.
  • Ability to deal courteously and effectively with the general public, staff, other levels of government and elected officials in potentially contentious situations.
  • Ability to handle complaints.
  • Ability to multi-task in order to meet legislative deadlines and work with minimal supervision.
  • If you have an accommodation need, please contact Human Resources as soon as possible to make appropriate arrangements.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of business accounting normally acquired by attaining a Community College diploma in a Business, Accounting, Business Administration program or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
  • Demonstrated thorough working knowledge and experience in the application and interpretation of Property Tax & Assessment Legislation and Municipal By-laws as it pertains to Municipal Act appeals and property tax rebate programs.
  • Experience and proficiency in a computerized environment with working knowledge of Word, Excel and database software. Ability to input data at an acceptable speed and to manipulate data within excel spreadsheets.
  • Demonstrated knowledge and experience working with a property tax billing system and an accounting software system within a computerized environment is preferred. A demonstrated ability to calculate property tax adjustments would be an asset.
  • Strong customer service, interpersonal, consultative, problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Ability to deal courteously and effectively with the general public, staff, other levels of government and elected officials in potentially contentious situations. Ability to handle complaints.
  • Strong organizational skills. Ability to multi-task in order to meet legislative deadlines and work with minimal supervision.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • This salary is based on a preliminary evaluation and is under review. This position may be re-evaluated within six months of the filling of this position.
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Nice to have

  • Demonstrated knowledge and experience working with a property tax billing system and an accounting software system within a computerized environment is preferred.

Compensation

  • This salary is based on a preliminary evaluation and is under review.

Benefits

  • Help us achieve our vision of being the best place to raise a child and age successfully. #BeTheReason
  • Work in accordance with the provisions of applicable health and safety legislation and all City of Hamilton corporate and departmental policies and procedures related to occupational health and safety.

Company info

  • Join our diverse team of talented and ambitious staff who embody our values of sensational service, courageous change, steadfast integrity, collective ownership and being engaged empowered employees.
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