Coordinator Revenue Services

Are you looking for a career-lifestyle opportunity?

Looking for a dynamic and diverse work environment within a supportive organisation?

Colac Otway Shire Council are seeking an exceptional individual to join their organisation as a Coordinator Revenue Services.

Located within two hours south-west of Melbourne, Colac Otway is renowned for its magnificent southern coastline, the Otway rainforests and the northern lakes and offers an attractive lifestyle with diverse employment opportunities. Backed by a thriving economy in primary industries, tourism, commercial and community services this is an exceptional career opportunity.

Reporting directly to the Manager Financial Services, the position of Coordinator Revenue Services is responsible for leading and developing an experienced team in ensuring statutory requirements are complied with and continuously improving on databases, systems, and processes, whilst achieving high levels of customer experience to the property owners and rate payers within the municipality.

Key responsibilities in this role include:

• All duties of the Revenue department (ie: Rates & Accounts Receivable) are performed in accordance with Council policies, procedures and statutory requirements;

• Ensuring the valuation system is updated and records are accurate
• Ensuring all statutory requirements are met and all rates and property charges are determined, recorded, billed, and collected
• Negotiate repayment schedules and instigate legal proceedings where necessary
• Reconciliation of accounts
• Developing, reviewing, and updating policies and procedures

To be successful in this role:

• You will have demonstrated experience leading and motivating a successful small team of high-volume billing staff or similar
• Extensive experience in a senior rating OR finance role, with the ability to understand and apply relevant legislation, standards and guidelines
• Exceptional interpersonal, and verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to develop complex written reports and policies
• Demonstrated effective analytical, problem solving and investigative skills
• A high level of organisational and time management skills

A tertiary qualification in accounting, commerce, business or a related discipline is required, or a combination of extensive experience and competence, sufficient to perform all duties of the position would also be considered.

In return you will be rewarded with a highly competitive package, and the chance to work with a supportive and committed leadership team. Working in a culturally very welcoming environment, in an organisation that values its staff, this role will provide you with the flexibility to have a work/life balance.

To apply, please refer to the McArthur website www.mcarthur.com.au, referencing job number J4994 in the Job Search Bar.

For a confidential discussion or any queries, please contact:

Danielle Jupp on (03) 9828 6565 or 0403 398 242.

Applications close on Sunday 7th April 2024.