Clerk, Rebates – Finance
City : Mississauga, ON, CA
Category : Finance, Accounting and Auditing
Industry : Government/Public Services
Employer : City of Mississauga
Req ID: 25792
Vacancy Type: Permanent
Number of Positions: 1
Closing Date: 12/12/2024
Job Summary
Under the supervision of the Supervisor, Tax Billing & Accounting, the Rebates Clerk is responsible for processing the unit’s various rebate and subsidy applications, preparing and discharging existing Tax Loans, preparing the Certificate of Mailing and agent packages for tax billings, and maintaining financial assistance information for low-income seniors.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Review and process Low-Income Seniors and Low-Income Persons with Disabilities Tax Rebate applications;
- Review and process Charity Rebate applications;
- Review and process Outdoor Maintenance Subsidy applications;
- Provide written or verbal responses to inquiries relating to the above rebate and subsidy programs;
- Discharging tax loan liens;
- Preparing Certificate of Mailings for tax billings;
- Prepare and compile packages for tax bills being sent to tax agents;
- Prepare, update and maintain information regarding financial assistance for older adults;
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Skills and Qualifications
- Completed post-secondary education with a focus in accounting, business or public administration;
- Minimum 2 years of experience in municipal tax or an equivalent combination of customer service and administrative experience;
- Completion of the Municipal Tax Administration Program (MTAP) is an asset;
- Knowledge and understanding of the Municipal Act as well as relevant bylaws and policies governing our rebate and subsidy programs;
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to handle sensitive issues with tact and diplomacy;
- Proficiency using Microsoft Office (Excel, Word), Outlook and SharePoint required;
- Proficiency using TXM Tax Manager, SAP, INFOR, MAX, Crystal Reports and Municipal Connect is an asset;
- Must have an aptitude for figures, high level of accuracy and attention to detail;
- Demonstrated organizational and time management skills with the ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines;
- Ability to manage sensitive information with a high level of confidentiality;
- Must be flexible with rotation of duties and hours of work;
- Hybrid office environment with regular attendance at City Hall.
Hourly Rate/Salary: $ 51,800.00 - $ 69,067.00
Hours of Work: 35
Work Location: Civic Centre
Department/Division/Section: CMO/City Manager's Office , CMO/Finance Division , Revenue and Taxation
Non-Union/Union: Non Union
We thank all who apply, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. You can also check your application status in your candidate profile online.
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Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
The City of Mississauga is committed to creating a respectful and supportive workplace that fosters a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion which broadly reflects the communities and residents we serve. Throughout the employee life cycle, the City is working to include an EDI lens to attract, retain and support the growth of diverse talent.
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Accommodations
The City of Mississauga is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to removing barriers in our selection process for people with visible and invisible disabilities. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Mississauga will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.
If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.