Provincial Land Tax Analyst (full-time) at City of Thunder Bay

Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

22 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Tax Processing, Assessment Appeals, Tax Rebate Programs, Account Adjustments, Journal Entries, Account Reconciliations, Statistical Reporting, Communication Skills, Customer Service, Accounting Principles, Liaising, Data Processing, Legislation Compliance, Intermediate Software Skills, Public Interaction, Tactfulness

Industry

Government Administration

Description

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the Supervisor, is responsible for processing tax and assessment appeals and administering various tax rebate/deferral programs. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: Coordinates and controls the timely processing of tax adjustments required as a result of tax reductions and Land Use Permit changes. Processes assessment appeal data and balances to Provincial records. Administers tax rebate/deferral programs and ensures compliance with Provincial legislation and regulations issued there under. Processes severances/consolidations and balances to Provincial records. Performs account adjustments, journal entries, and account reconciliations. Prepares schedules and statistical reports as required. Liaises with Provincial and internal departments, tax agents, property taxpayers, Municipal Property Assessment Corporation staff and other outside bodies as required. Performs such other related duties as may be assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: Education/Experience: Secondary school graduation; and Successful completion of the Municipal Tax Administration Program; or Post-secondary diploma with courses in accounting and/or business math; or Equivalent combination of education and experience Previous Provincial Land Tax experience is required Skills/Abilities: Must have proficient written/oral communication skills (English) Must be able to converse with the public in a courteous and tactful manner Must be at an intermediate skill level in word processing and spreadsheet software Must have an understanding of the practical application, terminology and theory of basic accounting principles Assets: Proficiency in French written/oral language skills at an advanced level, as per Ontario Public Service Standard CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Must undergo a successful Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check (CRJMC) General Information: As an equal opportunity employer, the City of Thunder Bay encourages applications from Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minority groups, women and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. ONTARIO HUMAN RIGHTS CODE: It is a contravention of the Human Rights Code of Ontario to discriminate on the basis of: race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, disability, age, record of offences, gender identity or gender expression. Therefore, a resume submitted to the City must not include references to any of the above characteristics. Do not include: Photos Any certificates that have photo identification Driver’s licences Police records checks Note: The above documentation will be requested by the Human Resources Division should you be the successful applicant. If a Criminal Record Check is required, it will be requested by Human Resources should you be the successful applicant. Please do not submit your Criminal Record Check with your application. ACCOMMODATION: Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for all parts of the recruitment process. PRIVACY: Personal information on this form is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, c. 302, as amended, and will be used to determine eligibility for employment. Questions about this collection of personal information should be directed to the Human Resources Division, 125 Syndicate Ave Suite 42, Thunder Bay, Ontario, P7E 6H8, Telephone: 625-3866 The City of Thunder Bay provides exceptional quality of life to those who live, work, and play in Thunder Bay – a culturally vibrant, economically diverse community with a metro population of over 120,000. Located on the north shore of Lake Superior, under the protective watch of the Sleeping Giant, Thunder Bay is rich in people and resources, and connects Northwestern Ontario to the world. We value our high quality of life and promote a clean, green, beautiful, and healthy community that provides economic opportunity, respects diversity, and provides affordable and safe neighbourhoods that are accessible to all. The City of Thunder Bay is a place where art, culture and nature come together! Watch this video to learn more about our City at:

Responsibilities

The Provincial Land Tax Analyst is responsible for processing tax and assessment appeals, administering tax rebate programs, and ensuring compliance with provincial regulations. The role also involves coordinating tax adjustments and liaising with various stakeholders.