Livability Tax Program Supervisor
Job Overview
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Date PostedFebruary 20, 2025
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Location
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Wage/Salary$114459.80 - $120829.80 / year
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Contact Namehr@canmore.ca
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Open Positions1
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Staff AccommodationNo
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Position DurationPermanent
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Position TypeFull-Time
Job Description
Why work for the Town of Canmore? For starters, you can take great pride in our collaborative organization, its positive work culture and our amazing group of talented people who genuinely care about our community and accomplish outstanding work each and every day for its citizens. Our team is composed of many compassionate professionals who value giving back to the community and are guided by the organization’s core values of Wellness, Respect, Integrity, Service, and Teamwork. As a municipal government organization, the Town of Canmore exists to serve the community and visitors to Canmore. The organization is committed to supporting a triple bottom line sustainable future for all by promoting wellness and active living, being leaders in environmental stewardship, and ensuring the effective and efficient use of taxpayer dollars.
Position Overview:
Reporting to the Manager of Finance, the Livability Tax Program Supervisor leads the Finance department’s property taxes and utilities portfolio and people, with specific oversight of the Town of Canmore’s (“Town”) Livability Tax Program. This role provides strategic guidance and ensures accurate and timely service delivery through ongoing employee training, development, and mentorship.
Job Requirements
Core Accountabilities:
Supervises the collection of property taxes and utilities in accordance with the Municipal Government Act (MGA) and relevant regulations
Oversees the Livability Tax Program, including the annual declaration process, assessment inquiries, the assessment complaint process, Key Performance Indicator reporting, and audits of declarations in collaboration with the Municipal Enforcement team
Possesses in-depth knowledge of municipal policies, practices, and procedures related to tax and utilities, and in standard accounting practices, particularly those applicable to the public sector
Responsible for monthly and annual reconciliations, reporting, and auditing functions
Provides leadership, training, and technical guidance for smooth departmental operations
Researches and implements best practices and technologies to enhance operations
Ensures timely and accurate submission of reports and documentation
Assists the Manager of Finance with budget creation and monitoring, Council reports, policy and bylaw writing, and mill rate calculations
Is up to date with property tax and utility best practices and how to adapt them to our organizational and business environment
Proficient in the use and application of Diamond Great Plains software system
Stays updated on property tax and utilities best practices and relevant legislation, such as the MGA, the Matters Relating to Assessment and Taxation Regulation, and the Matters Relating to Assessment Complaints Regulation
Proficiently uses Microsoft 365, Diamond Great Plains, and other relevant software applications
Is generally knowledgeable about all Town services
Education & Qualifications:
Post-secondary degree in accounting, finance, or business administration – required
Certified Professional Accountant (CPA) designation, or equivalent – required
Knowledge of local government or public sector practices – asset
Experience:
At least 5 years of related experience in assessment and tax, utilities, or accounting – preferred
Experience in a municipal setting – preferred
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft 365, particularly Excel – required
Strong analytical and mathematical skills – required
Organizational skills to meet deadlines and adapt to changing demands – required
Previous supervisory experience – required
Proven project management experience – required
Superior business writing and verbal communication skills in English – required
Experience presenting information advice to councils or senior management – required
Demonstrated success managing conflict – required
Salary & Benefits:
Pay Range- $114,459.80 - $120,829.80 annually. Compensation will be calculated based on the successful candidate’s related work experience and education
This is a Permanent Full-Time position
Competitive benefits package, & health spending account
Generous RRSP matching plan
Personal development & learning opportunities
Positive work culture
Work-Life Balance
Closing Date for Applications: This posting will remain open until 9:59 pm MDT March 9, 2025.
How to Apply: To apply, please combine your cover letter and resume into a single document (PDF or Word) and click on the "APPLY NOW" link below. To help us learn more about you, in your cover letter please clearly detail the following:
Why do you want to be the Livability Tax Program Supervisor for the Town of Canmore? Why Canmore?
What interpersonal and leadership skills do you have that would make you a great addition to our team?
Your level of familiarity with the Canmore community and the services offered by the Town of Canmore
