Billing and Collection Analyst (25-68)

Basic Qualifications

• A 2-year post-secondary degree or Diploma in Business Administration, Finance or another related Financial Field.
• A minimum of 3 years recent experience in collection and analysis, preferably in a local government environment.
• Customer Service experience.
• Cash handling experience
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office with extensive experience in spreadsheet applications. As part of the interview process, selected applicants will be tested in Excel and must achieve a score of 70% or higher to move to the next stage of the recruitment process.
• Knowledge of Property Tax and Utility Billing by-laws and procedures.
• Bilingualism in French and English is required. As part of the interview process, selected applicants will undergo a language assessment and must achieve a score of B+ or higher to move to the next stage of the recruitment process.
• Completion or enrollment in a Municipal Tax Administration Program will be considered an asset.
• Experience using Microsoft Dynamics GP, Property Tax, Utility Billing and cash receipts modules will be considered an asset.
  
  

Basic Duties

Reporting to the Supervisor, Property Tax and Assessment, the Billing and Collection Analyst is responsible for the data entry, analysis, organization, and customer service for all Tax processes in accordance with the City's policies and the Municipal Act, 2001. This includes coordinating the pre-authorized payment program, ensuring all function within the property tax process and the water collection processes are completed as per the applicable legislation and the City of Cornwall's By-laws. This position is also responsible for administering the banking platform, daily review of bank transactions and processing any uploads as well as downloading and reconciliation of the EDI daily transfer. This position provides backup assistance, when required, in all tax related areas.

Additional Information:

The Corporation of The City of Cornwall strives to promote and demonstrate the values of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion. We are committed to reflecting the diversity of the community we serve and encourage qualified candidates of all backgrounds and abilities to apply. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Information collected will be handled in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

The City of Cornwall is an equal-opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. At the City, we respect, encourage and celebrate our diversity. The City of Cornwall is committed to providing accommodation throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Please save a copy of this posting for your records. Please ensure that your application clearly demonstrates how you meet each of the required qualifications. Please note, selection for further consideration will be based on the information you provide in your application. Interviews may be conducted virtually through Microsoft Teams or in-person.