Job Description

Division

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Financial Management & Planning

Important Notices & Amendments

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Approximate Duration: 6 to 12 months.

This position

currently falls within our hybrid model

, allowing the employee to

typically

work

a minimum of

50% of

your

time

at your regular work location and the other 50% of time at home.

As an employer of choice, Niagara Region offers competitive salaries and benefits, a defined benefit pension plan, a corporate wellness centre, access to the Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), mentorship and training programs, employee recognition programs, and more. In addition, the Region recognizes the value of having flexible work arrangements to support better work-life balance for our employees. Hybrid work arrangements may vary from one employee to another and may also differ in the number of remote workdays. These opportunities remain subject to the alignment of operational needs, business requirements, and customer service expectations.

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Job Summary
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Salary Pending Review



Reporting to Manager, Revenue Planning & Strategy, the Development Finance Repersentative is responsible for handling and coordinating the development charge administration process, ensuring adherence to Regional Development Charge (DC) By-laws to arrive at correct development charge treatments and calculations. Additionally, this role provides accounting assistance to the investment function, as required.

Education
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Post-secondary degree or College diploma in Business Administration, Commerce, Finance or related field; an equivalent approved combination of education and experience may be considered.
Knowledge
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Experience in accounting, financial reporting, budgeting and/or process review. Experience with Public Sector Accounting (PSA) and not-for-profit accounting standards is an asset. Knowledge of external regulations, such as the Municipal Act, Development Charges Act, CICA/PSAB Handbook and all the administration and accounting of the DC program in municipalities. Completion of the municipal and finance program would be an asset.
Responsibilities
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Oversees the Development Charges Administration Process (90% of time).
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Reviews monthly DC remittances submitted by Local Area Municipalities to ensure accuracy and completeness. Calculates and prepares payment schedules for amounts owing for DCs. Prepares cheque requisitions and billings when required. Inputs DC remittances into CityView and maintains the Region's DC revenue database to accurately record collections, incentives, exemptions, and grants. Collaborates with finance, building, and planning staff at Local Area Municipalities to confirm project-specific details and ensure consistent interpretation and application of DC by-laws. Supports monthly and quarterly financial processes, including DC journal entries, bank reconciliations, revenue reporting, and forecasting. Responds to inquiries from the development community regarding DC rates, by-law interpretation, and related processes. Assists with research and data gathering for development charge-related projects, background studies, and policy updates.
Provides Support to the Investment Program (10% of time).
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Prepares journal entries, undertakes reconciliations as required for the administration investment program. Assists with short and long-term cashflow forecasts. Assists in budgets and forecasts of the investment program based on trend analysis and modeling.
Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned or required.

Special Requirements
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In accordance with the Corporate Criminal Record Check Policy, the position requires the incumbent to undergo a Criminal Record Check and submit a Canadian Police Clearance Certificate. Regional staff strive to enable the strategic priorities of Council and the organization through the completion of their work. Staff carry out their work by demonstrating the corporate values.

Closing Statement

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Uncover the wonder of the Niagara Region and join a team dedicated to meeting tomorrow's challenges TODAY!



Let us know why you would be an excellent team member by submitting your online application.



We thank all candidates for their interest however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.



If you require an accommodation for the application process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, the alternate formats for contacting us are as follows:

Email: myhr@niagararegion.ca Phone: 905-980-6000 or 1-800-263-7215 Bell Relay: 1-800-855-0511 * In-person: Sir Isaac Brock Way, Thorold, ON L2V 4T7 - Human Resources Department