Development Accounting Officer - Woodstock, Canada - Oxford County

Oxford County

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Woodstock, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

POSITION:
Development Accounting Officer (Competition #

LOCATION:
Corporate Services, Woodstock, ON

EMPLOYMENT STATUS:
Temporary Full-Time (approximately one year)

REPORTING TO:
Manager of Capital Planning

UNION AFFILIATION:
Non-Union

WAGE RANGE:
$30.41- $38.01/hr.

***: Responsible for administration, calculation, tracking, reconciliation and reporting of development related financial activities including Development Charges (DCs) and other financial obligations and development agreements and projects. This position also provides guidance and advice to the public and other internal and area municipal staff.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Provides the following services:

Understands and interprets the County's Development Charges Bylaws and provides guidance and advice to the public, internal and area municipal staff, as required.
Calculates applicable development charges and coordinates collection of County DC's with the area municipalities.
Calculate development charge exemptions and prepare appropriate journal entries.
Assists in the annual budget process related to development charges and exemptions.
Assist with preparing development charge deferral agreements, annual billings and early payment agreements.
Participates in the County's DC background study.
Support the preparation of the annual DC statement as per the DC Act.
Provides support to internal departments with respect to securities submitted to the County as required through various agreements or permits, including tracking and recording securities.
Assist with Capital Billing Projects in accordance with the County's Water and Sewer Services Financing Policy and related procedures.
Supports the yearend external audit process by gathering relevant documentation, conducting analysis and other preparatory work as needed.
Participate in the development of corporate accounting policies and procedures related to the responsibilities of this position, collaborating with County staff as appropriate.
Research best practices and emerging trends related to the responsibilities of this position.
Receives and attempts to resolve related complaints, concerns and questions in a timely and responsive manner. Refers and escalates to the appropriate individual as necessary.
Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, Area Municipalities, and members of the public as necessary and appropriate.
Support the organization's programs and services by promoting the County's Strategic Plan, Future Oxford Community Sustainability Plan, best practices, internal policies, and applicable legislation, to meet service excellence standards and uphold Oxford's vision, mission and values.
Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Postsecondary education in Business, Finance, Accounting or related discipline.
Demonstrated experience working within the public sector or municipal environment is an asset.
Demonstrated experience utilizing Microsoft Excel at an intermediate level.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Knowledge of relevant trends and legislation, municipal financial reporting requirements, and best practices.
Demonstrated ability to deal with multiple deadlines and changing priorities while taking direction from multiple individuals.
Ability to demonstrate the required competencies for this position in alignment with Oxford County's competency framework.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively as a team while maintaining accuracy and efficiency.
Understanding of role specific health and safety responsibilities and ensured compliance with internal and external safety policies, procedures, and legislation, including the Occupational Health and Safety Act.

POSTING DATE:
Monday, November 27th, 2023

CLOSING DATE:
Monday, December 11th, 2023 by 4:00 p.m.

Job Types:
Permanent, Fixed term contract

Contract length: 12 months

Salary:
$30.41-$38.01 per hour

Benefits: