Specialist, Financial Policy & Taxation

Job Description

Specialist Financial Policy & Taxation

Corporate Services Business & Financial Planning Division

Status: (1) Regular Full-Time position

Salary Range: $81977 - $102471 per annumplus comprehensive benefits

Hiring Range: $81977 - $92224 per annumplus comprehensive benefits

Work Mode: Hybrid *see below for more details about this work mode.

Location: 10 Peel Centre Drive Brampton

Hours of Work: 35 hours per week

As a Specialist you will provide complex analytical support and reporting for the Financial Policy and Taxation function within Peel Region including property tax administration and related analysis; compliance with legislative requirements and corporate standards; and assisting in preparation of timely and accurate financial reports.

What you will do in this role:

• Update and maintain financial assessment and taxation models annually.
• Coordinate property tax collection reporting and reconciliation with strong financial controls.
• Provide advanced analysis and prepare reports to support senior managements strategic decisions.
• Contribute to long-term financial sustainability through annual property tax assessment reviews budgeting and policy updates.
• Support other revenue / funding programs (e.g. Canada Community-Building Fund Provincial Gas Tax) and Major Office Incentive (Tax Increment Equivalent Grant) Program.
• Prepare briefing notes presentations and background papers on property tax policy issues.
• Monitor legislative changes and emerging issues in property taxation and assessment.
• Assist with internal and stakeholder presentations workshops and meetings.
• Support monitoring and reporting of financial activity to senior management Council and other levels of government.
• Maintain the Property Tax Policy Handbook and respond to ad-hoc analysis requests.
• Prepare year-end financial reporting audit supporting documentation and required filings.
• Provide advice training and support to internal / external stakeholders.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What the role requires:

• Relevant post-secondary education in Business Commerce Economics or related discipline or attainment of recognized financial or accounting or property assessment / valuation designation combined with a minimum of 5 years related work experience although an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.
• Completion of the Municipal Revenue Administration Program (MRAP formerly MTAP) from the Ontario Municipal Tax and Revenue Association (OMTRA) is required.

Skills/Abilities:

• Proven sound understanding and experience with financial and taxation modeling.
• Knowledge of the Assessment Act and the Municipal Act.
• Ability to develop and maintain strong productive working relationships with regional management and staff as well with other municipalities and external agencies.
• Excellent analytical research decision making and problem-solving skills.
• Sound knowledge of multiple computer applications including PeopleSoft Microsoft Office Suite (e.g. Word Excel Access PowerPoint).
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to make professional presentations to diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated understanding of project management principles is considered an asset.

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Perks That Make Work Fun (and Your Life Easier)!

At Peel Region we believe in taking care of you. Heres what youll enjoy when you join our team:

• Top-Notch Benefits: Comprehensive Health Dental and Vision plan (yes even psychological health coverage) starting on your very first day!
• OMERS Pension Plan: Automatic enrolment to help secure your future with peace of mind.
• Vacation Time That Grows: Start with 3 weeks of vacation per year because work-life balance is important!
• Personal Days Just for You: Enjoy 3 paid personal days and floating holidays to recharge whenever you need.
• Wellness First: Flexible hours to fit your lifestyle and prioritize your health and well-being.
• Performance Pays Off: Annual performance reviews with merit increases your hard work is recognized and rewarded!
• Supportive Respectful Culture: Work in an environment where leadership truly cares and inclusivity is celebrated.
• Learning & Growth: Access to tuition reimbursement and tons of development resources to keep you growing whether in your career or on a personal level.

Weve got you covered because we know happy healthy people do their best work!

Work Mode & Job Location: In this role youll benefit from the flexibility of a hybrid work arrangement that prioritizes meaningful in-person connection. A minimum of two days per week on-site is expected along with occasional travel to attend site inspections or meetings at Regional facilities or as operational needs evolve. This arrangement allows for a blend of in person and hybrid work that adapts to support both organizational priorities and employee flexibility and is subject to change over time.

Peel Region offers job based flexible hours of work that allows employees to manage personal and professional responsibilities while at the same time ensures business operational needs and customer service expectations are achieved.

Interview: Ourrecruitmentprocesswillbecompletedwith video conference technology.

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About Us

Peel Region consists of the cities of Brampton and Mississauga and the town of Caledon. Peel Region delivers essential services to more than 1.5 million residents and approximately 200000 businesses.

Were working to create a community that is safe inclusive and accessible. A place where everyone feels they belong and can access the services they need to thrive throughout each stage of life.

Our workforce is 6700 strong and since 1974 weve been delivering a wide range of resident focused services. Our services include paramedic services health programs long-term care and services for seniors child care support garbage collection and recycling waste water and water treatment road maintenance financial assistance and housing support.

Recognized by Canadas Healthy Workplace Month with the Great Employer Award presented by Excellence Canada Peel Region is a place where everyone feels they belong. We strive to develop a workplace that values and respects diversity practices inclusion recognizes the unique contributions and abilities of all people and facilitates innovative thinking. At Peel Region people come first. Each employee has an important role within our community and when we work together its impactful. We encourage you to join us in delivering essential services and programs to our diverse community. You wont find a better opportunity than Peel Region.

Additional Information

Peel Region is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued for their contributions and where everyone is treated fairly and has opportunity to grow and develop. As one of the most diverse regions in Canada we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the population we serve.

Peel Region is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process upon request. If you require accommodation please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Accessible formats and communication supports are available. Please contact

Please be advised Peel Region uses email to communicate with applicants for open job competitions and does not use AI technology in any part of the recruitment process. It is the applicants responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence via email (i.e. testing bookings interview dates) it is imperative that applicants check their email regularly. If we do not hear back from applicants we will assume that you are no longer interested in the position and your application will be removed from the competition.

Required Experience:

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Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
Yearly Salary Salary: 81977 - 92224