Nestled on the edge of the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), Erin is more than just a town—it's a vibrant and progressive community that thrives amidst the beauty of rolling hills. As you step into Erin, you'll experience a place on the rise, experiencing explosive growth fueled by its strategic location and forward-thinking approach. The landscape is a testament to nature's artistry, with lush greenery and picturesque views that soothe the soul. But Erin is not just about scenery; it's about progress. With all the amenities of urban living at hand, residents enjoy a quality of life that balances convenience with tranquility. The heartbeat of Erin lies in its infrastructure, continuously evolving to meet the needs of its expanding population. From a state-of-the-art treatment facility ensuring clean water for all, to major water and sewer projects paving the way for future development, Erin is laying the groundwork for a sustainable tomorrow. At the helm of this transformation is a municipal team renowned for its progressive and innovative spirit, driving Erin to become one of Ontario's fastest-growing communities. In Erin, the journey toward progress is as scenic as it is promising, offering a glimpse into the future of modern living intertwined with the beauty of nature.
OVERVIEW OF POSITION
Reporting to the Director of Finance & Treasurer, the Taxation Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the administration of the Town of Erin’s taxation services. This position plays a key role in managing property tax processes, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting the municipality’s financial objectives. The position involves collaboration with internal departments and external stakeholders to ensure efficient revenue collection, accurate assessment management, and the delivery of high-quality service to taxpayers.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead and oversee municipal tax billing, collection, and financial reporting, ensuring revenue targets are met through efficient payment processing, receipt issuance, deposit preparation, and accurate transaction posting.
- Administer the tax collection process, including arrears registration in compliance with the Municipal Act, and manage payments, deposits, and Payment in Lieu of Property Tax (PILT) billing and collection.
- Coordinate and maintain the integrity of the tax roll, ensuring timely and accurate updates to ownership, name changes, and assessment adjustments.
- Administer and reconcile tax adjustments, apportionments, and balance changes resulting from Assessment Review Board appeals, Minutes of Settlement, and year-end audit processes.
- Liaise with the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC), the County of Wellington Property Tax Analyst, and other relevant bodies to support assessment accuracy and resolution of tax matters.
- Analyze and report on assessment growth, supplementary taxation, and tax incentive/deferral programs such as CLTIP, Farm Tax, and Managed Forest Rebate.
- Conduct ongoing research on legislation, tax policy, and best practices to ensure compliance and inform municipal strategies.
- Contribute to annual budgeting through calculation of property tax revenues and reconciliation of revenue reports, including the Financial Information Return (FIR) and other mandatory reports.
- Provide high-quality customer service by assisting taxpayers with inquiries on tax billing, assessments, appeals, and incentive programs.
- Coordinate and deliver tax-related training and guidance to municipal staff.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Finance.
- Post-secondary diploma or degree in Business Administration or related field
- Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in property taxation within a municipal environment.
- Professional accreditation as a Certified Municipal Tax Professional from the Ontario Municipal Taxation and Revenue Association (OMTRA), completion of the Municipal Tax Administration Program (MTAP)
- Strong knowledge and demonstrated understanding of Municipal taxation, Municipal Act, Ontario Property Tax Analysis (OPTA), Municipal Connects (MPAC), and taxation systems, including all applicable legislation and regulations.
- Proven ability to coordinate programs and staff to achieve performance outcomes.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and aptitude for learning financial systems and software.
- Excellent organizational, time-management, and prioritization skills; able to work independently and meet deadlines.
- Strong ability to work as a team member within the Finance Department and Corporate environment
- High level of discretion, confidentiality, and adherence to privacy legislation and organizational policies.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills with keen attention to detail and accuracy.
- Required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check upon a conditional offer of employment.
- Hybrid work environment, including three days spent in-office and two days working from home.
- This position works 35 hours a week, 8:30am-4:30pm, Monday to Friday, however the incumbent may also work outside of regular business hours, which may be significant during the annual budget and year-end cycles.
- The salary range for this position is $84,864 - $99, 279.
- The Town offers an excellent comprehensive benefit package, and participation in the Ontario Municipal Employee Retirement Scheme (OMERS) pension plan.
If you're passionate about joining our growing, innovative team, don't hesitate to apply! We encourage you to apply by sending your resume to HR@Erin.ca, identifying job title in the subject line; we will accept resumes by 4:00pm on Friday, June 20, 2025. Please save your resume in PDF and save the document in the following format: Full name, Position Title.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.
