Job Description

An excellent career opportunity awaits you at the Town of Huntsville. If you want to work in a community that is set in one of the most beautiful natural settings in Canada and offers a great quality of life with all the amenities, this is the job for you! Located in Ontario's cottage country, the Town of Huntsville is the largest community in the District Municipality of Muskoka and in proximity to the west side of Algonquin Park. Within this exciting setting, the Town of Huntsville has a vibrant downtown and offers many cultural and outdoor recreational opportunities.

The Accounting and Revenue Clerk is responsible for providing financial, administrative, and customer service support, with a primary focus on the administration and collection of the Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT). This role oversees MAT compliance to ensure licensing and timely remittances, coordinates outstanding balances that may require addition to the tax roll, and exercises judgment in issuing Administrative Monetary Penalties (AMPs) when required. The Clerk will also independently attend appeals and enforcement hearings, presenting supporting documentation on behalf of the Town. In addition, this position serves as a back-up to the Accounts Payable/Receivable Clerk by preparing and scheduling payment runs throughout the year. The role also includes providing counter, telephone, and email support for property tax inquiries, offering solutions where possible, and serving as back-up to the general Customer Service Representative when required.

The ideal candidate will have strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills, with the ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment in an enforcement setting. Attention to detail, accuracy, and political acuity are essential. Previous municipal accounting, accounts payable/receivable, property taxation, and customer service experience are assets. The successful applicant must also be proficient in MS Office applications, particularly Excel, and able to adapt to other financial software applications used by the Town.

The salary range for this position is $55,309.80 to $60,970.00 based on a 35-hour work week and includes a comprehensive benefit plan.

The Town of Huntsville is committed to providing accommodations throughout the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $55,309.80-$60,970.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care On-site parking Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Wellness program
Work Location: In person