The City of Iqaluit is looking for a skilled and experienced individual to join our growing team and city as the Finance Officer – Accounts Receivable and Property Taxation
NOTE: Internal and external applicants are invited to apply. In accordance with the Collective Agreement, qualified internal applicants will be considered first.
Title: Finance Officer – Accounts Receivable & Property Taxation
Department: Corporate Services
Status: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: $78,715.00 per annum, 35 hour/week
Settlement Allowance: $20,907.43 per annum
Union Status: Unionized
Housing: No Staff Housing Available
Closing Date: Open until Filled
Reporting to the Controller, the Finance Officer – Accounts Receivable & Property Taxation is responsible for billing & maintaining all Accounts Receivable and Property Taxation accounts.
KEY Duties & Responsibilities
Prepare computerized invoices and maintain accurate customer records.
Preparing monthly invoices & statements for all AR accounts.
Preparing and issuing all Property Tax notices & reports to customers, banks, and mortgage companies.
Preparing and issuing all Grants In Lieu Tax notices.
Preparing and issuing all Property Tax certificates.
Ensures compliance with City By-Laws, Property Assessment Taxation Act & other applicable Legislation.
Aid in verifying, updating & reconciling property taxation assessment roll in collaboration with
Lands & Planning Department.
Process any approved account adjustments as required.
Maintain computerized AR & Property Tax sub ledgers.
Respond to customer inquiries (written and verbal).
Reconcile sub ledgers to the G/L Control Accounts.
Prepare and process approved journal entries.
Produce monthly accounts receivable aged trial balances.
Prepare accounts receivable reports & arrears letters for overdue accounts.
Review bank deposits for accuracy.
Maintain land lease amortization database.
Communication with legal representatives during sale of property.
Maintain and follow established collection procedures.
Recommend policy and procedure development & improvements.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Level of Education/Training:
Grade 12 Diploma
Degree or diploma in Accounting, Business Administration or equivalent
Minimum Level of Experience:
Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of relevant experience in financial administration to obtain a working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), experience with preparing financial reports and computerized accounting systems.
ASSESTS
Enrolment in a recognized accounting association;
Member in good standing with CPA Canada.
Ability to communicate in one or more of Nunavut’s official languages.
Equivalencies that include a combination of education and experience may be considered.
• The City of Iqaluit embraces the intent and spirit of the Nunavut Land Claims Agreement. Priority will be given to Nunavut Inuit; Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive consideration under this agreement.
• Only those selected to interview will be contacted.
