Accounting assistant Jobs in Chatham-Kent, ON

We are offering a short term contract employment opportunity for an Accounting Assistant in the non-profit sector. Your role will be centered around maintaining precise records and handling complex inquiries related to property tax billings, payments, and collections.

Responsibilities :

• Administer property tax pre-authorized payment plans, including the dispatch of plan application forms and processing of completed applications.
• Oversee all aspects of property tax administration, including the processing of daily electronic tax and water payments received from financial institutions.
• Handle intricate public inquiries related to property tax billings, payments, and collections.
• Analyze account balances and assist in the collection of property tax arrears.
• Process customer credit applications with high accuracy and efficiency.
• Maintain accurate customer credit records.
• Responsible for processing all ownership changes, including verification of legal documents received, balances outstanding on properties, creating new customer ID’s, preparing and mailing of new ownership letters and surcharge invoices.
• Handle the issuance of Tax Certificates on a weekly basis, including maintaining lawyer files.
• Administer the Tax Appeal tracking log and assist with filing of Section 357 / 358 applications to Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC).
• Deal with incoming calls relating to tax arrears, making suitable payment arrangements for the taxpayer and the Municipality.
• A minimum of 1 year of experience in an accounting role or related field
• Proficiency in using Accounting Software Systems is essential
• Demonstrated knowledge of standard Accounting Functions
• Experience with Great Plains (GPAC) software will be highly regarded
• Capable of efficiently Collecting Payments and managing financial records
• A degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Understanding of the non-profit sector and its financial needs and constraints

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