Advisor, Financial Policy and Taxation
Corporate Services- Corporate Finance
Status: Regular Full Time
Salary Range: $103,175.00 - $128,969.00 per annum plus comprehensive benefits
Hiring Range: $103,175.00 - $116,072.00 per annum plus 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
We have a great opportunity for someone to join our amazing Finance team and help lead the way in providing highly specialized advice for the Financial Policy and Taxation functions within the Region of Peel.
In this role, you will have a focus on property tax administration, compliance with legislative requirements and corporate standards, financial reports and financial controls.
You will provide independent and highly specialized expert advice of the Financial Policy and Taxation function for the Region including property tax administration and related analysis, compliance with legislative requirements and corporate standards, and ensure timely and accurate financial reports and adequate financial controls are in place. Responsible for leading the program and provides strategic advice and intelligence to Senior Finance Leadership by assessing, monitoring, and anticipating emerging policies and legislation impacting the Municipal Act, the Assessment Act and associated regulations pertaining to taxation.
This role has a lot of fun and exciting things to do! Do you like working with property taxes and assessments? Well, here's some ways in which you will:
Lead and oversight responsibility for the collection and reporting of property taxes, and ensure adequate financial controls are in placePerform complex analysis on reviewing property tax and tax assessment legislation and explore potential new policiesAdminister the Region’s other revenue and funding related programs such as Canada Community-Building Fund Program, Provincial Gas Tax ProgramWork in support of the Regions long term financial sustainability including annual assessment, annual budgeting process, and property taxation policy updatesSupport the Region’s other programs that are related to revenue managementProvides independent and highly specialized expertise to support service deliverable for the financial policy and taxation functionKeep current on issues, directions, plans, and legislation changes with respect to property taxation and assessmentLiaise with stakeholders including internal partners, local municipalities, provincial representatives, local municipal staff and consultants in order to support the Region’s tax policy strategiesResponsible for providing leadership to the business area by coaching, developing and mentoring staff as well as planning major activities involving developing business or operational strategiesOversee direct reports to ensure individual and team objectives are achieved; Provide direction, coaching, and support to team members to motivate and inspire the achievement of business objectives on a timely basis and/or explore alternatives.Present to internal team and stakeholders through focus groups, workshops, meetings.Advise management of ad-hoc projects; leads project teams in processes or problem resolution and consensus building and ensures ongoing communication and co-ordination between project team and stakeholdersMonitor and report on financial activity to senior management, Council and the Ontario government.Leadership:
You will provide leadership to the business area as needed through coaching, developing and mentoring staff. Also leading project teams in processes or problem resolution may also be required between project team and stakeholders.
What You Bring:
University Degree in Finance, Planning, Economics, Commerce, Mathematics or related discipline (preferably at the Masters Level), or an accounting designation, or a tax related designation with at least 5 years’ experience in financial analysis and municipal financeEffective supervisory skills attained through one to three years supervisory experience to manage direct reports including coaching, mentoring and conducting performance appraisalsDemonstrated thorough understanding of financial analysis, accounting, municipal operations and practices proven thorough knowledge of the Municipal Act, Assessment Act, and municipal government administrationDemonstrated understanding of project management principles is considered an assetOrganizational skills to prioritize manage and integrate components of the work planInterpersonal skills, including supervisory and facilitation skills, to manage complex relationships and serve as an effective liaison with Region of Peel staff at all levelsStrategic mindset that can connect developments experienced in one program area with potential impacts on the long term financial sustainability of the Region and related financial policiesAbility to exercise political acumen and independent judgment and discretion in dealing with members of Council while also providing sound advice on complex finance mattersEffective communication skills and an ability to make professional presentations to diverse audiencesSound knowledge of multiple computer applications including Microsoft Office Suite (e.g. Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint) and Project Management applications (MS Project, Visio or equivalents) and othersPerks @ Peel and why you will love working for us:
Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision benefit plan including psychological health (effective start date) Automatic enrolment into OMERS pension plan Accrue Vacation on a monthly basis 3 Paid personal days and floating holidays Flexible hours supporting your wellness and wellbeing Annual performance review and merit increases based on performance Supportive leadership and a culture of respect and inclusion Access to tuition reimbursement and learning and development resourcesWhy Join Us?
This is more than just a leadership role—it’s an opportunity to shape the visual identity of Peel Region, influence public perception, and lead a team that thrives on creativity and purpose. If you're ready to bring bold ideas, lead with vision, and make a lasting impact, we want to hear from you! Be bold. Think big. Join us.
Perks That Make Work Fun (and Your Life Easier)!
At Peel Region, we believe in taking care of you. Here's what you'll enjoy when you join our team:
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