Property Tax Administrator - Vaughan, Canada - SmartCentres

SmartCentres

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Vaughan, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Job Title:
Property Tax Administrator

Reports To:
Senior Director, Property Taxation

Department:
Property Taxation

Position Summary:

Responsible for administrative duties, related to property assessment and taxation for a portfolio of projects across Canada.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

Review property tax bills for errors (penalties, interest) and resolve issues with municipal tax & finance departments;
Process all payments of realty taxes accurately and on time;
Prepare and maintain property tax department assessment and property tax databases;
Identify tenants assessed on supplementary and omitted property tax bills and determine accuracy of billings;
Follow up diligently with Accounts Payable to ensure that tax payment cheques are received on time for mailing to meet due dates;
Contact municipalities to obtain additional documentation and information;
Assist accountants with property tax bill explanations;
Maintain assessment valuation records and document annual assessment changes and notify the Property Tax Associate;
Review, record and process Consultant/Lawyer invoices;
Provide administrative support to a team of seven Associates;
Provide tax department and consultants with weekly calendar of due dates for tax appeals, hearings, etc.;
Obtain necessary approvals for the team;
Perform special assignments as required

Academic/Professional Requirements:

University
Public Administration Diploma (preferred)

Required Skills/Experience:

Good oral and written communication skills
13 years previous administrative experience;
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly MS Word and Excel;
Organized and attentive to detail and timelines;
Ability to handle multiple demands and competing priorities;
Capacity to work under pressure and to meet deadlines;
Attention to internal processes;
Selfmotivated and challenge oriented;
Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
Flexible and adaptable;
Training will be provided

Values

The Property Tax Administrator must be client focused, advocate and communicate a positive image of the company, both internally and externally.

The Property Tax Administrator shall take accountability for decisions made and conduct oneself in a respectful and ethical manner in representing the company's interests.

The Property Tax Administrator shall demonstrate entrepreneurialism and behave like an "owner" in carrying out daily tasks and responsibilities; demonstrating creativity and resourcefulness in achieving desired results.

The Property Tax Administrator is expected to be a team player and work effectively with colleagues and associates in terms of input, sharing of ideas and working to achieve common goal.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment and selection process. If you are contacted about an employment opportunity, please advise if you require accommodation.