Clerk III - Jobs in Vancouver, BC

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Requisition ID: 37187CompanyLocated on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Peoples, Vancouver has a commitment to becoming a City of Reconciliation. Vancouver consistently ranks as one of the world’s most liveable cities and is working towards being the greenest city in the world. Named among Canadas Top 100 Employers, BCs Top Employers, and Canadas Greenest Employers, the City of Vancouver seeks colleagues who can help shape and embody our core commitments to sustainability, decolonization, equity and outstanding quality of life for all residents.Consider joining our committed team of staff and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.Main Purpose and FunctionThe Revenue Services Clerk III provides professional customer service and performs moderately complex clerical and basic accounting tasks that ensure the timely, accurate and efficient billing and processing of the Citys main revenue streams including but not limited to: property taxes, utilities, bylaws as well as licences, permits, rentals and trade receivables.Main Duties and Responsibilities

• The RS Clerk Ill perform a variety of moderately complex clerical and basic accounting tasks in the following processes:
• Customer Service & Remittance Processing

• Team lead, supports and coaches nine (9) Office Support Clerk IIIs
• Performs reconciliation of invoices for payment
• Has good knowledgeable of 11 business types (tax, utilities, bylaw fines, alarm permits, vacancy tax, residential parking permits, business license, commercial decals, dog licenses, rent and accounts receivable) to support customer inquiries and payment processing taken in RS
• Imports large payment files from financial institutions into City’s financial system, investigates and corrects misapplied payments. Exports payment information from financial system into SAP.

• Processes customer inquiries, issues and complaints (in person, by phone or in writing) and escalations. Provides information on account balances, transactions, payment methods and options. Provides information on relevant legislation, bylaws, programs (i.e. Home Owner Grant, Property tax deferment, Vacancy tax). Investigates payment and correspondence issues and escalates complex issues to supervisor.
• Processes refund and adjustment requests and compiles supporting documentation.
• Compiles, researches, and performs simple analysis of account transactions.
• Performs simple GL account reconciliations for receivables and revenue accounts in accordance with established divisional guidelines policies and procedures.
• Prepares supporting documentation and process account adjustments in various systems including Tempest and Amanda.
• Prepares and maintains a large volume of records and files, both manual and electronic; review, analyze and prepare statistical reports from data requiring an understanding of problems and terminology involved; devises forms, sets up moderately complex statistical tables and assists in the preparation of routine reports.
• Assists with recording, compiling of department operational metrics and statistics.
• Provides support to Office Support Clerk IIIs (CSRs) for escalated customer issues.
• Performs any of RS Customer Service Representative duties
• Other duties/ responsibilities as assigned

Minimum Position RequirementsEducation and Experience:Completion of Grade 12, preferably including or supplemented by post-secondary accounting/business courses and considerable experience as an Office Support Clerk Ill, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of financial systems.
• Working knowledge of office procedures, practices and equipment.
• Strong mathematical problem solving skills Strong communication skills both oral and written.
• Good business writing skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to deal effectively with external and internal customers. Able to listen effectively and empathize with customers coupled with strong problem solving skills. Considerable experience with customer service.
• Ability to understand financial information and interpret the same to customers.
• Ability to understand legislation, regulations and bylaws and convey the same to customers; demonstrated willingness to learn complex subject matter and quickly recall essential information
• Proficiency with computers and programs such as MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word); high processing/data entry speed; minimum keyboarding skill of 40wpm.
• Good attention to detail coupled with analytical ability.
• Ability to handle a varied workload in a busy environment with frequent interruptions. Effective planning and organization skills to address multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated initiative and skills working in a team environment and ability to quickly adapt to change.

The City of Vancouver has a COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination Policy. All external applicants applying to the City of Vancouver are required to be fully vaccinated as a condition of hire and subject to this policy as a condition of ongoing employment. Candidates may only be exempted from this requirement if they request and are approved for an accommodation based on a reason related to a Human Rights Code ground (such as disability). Such a request must be made during, not after, the recruitment process.Business Unit/Department: Finance, Risk & Supply Chain Management (1150)Affiliation: CUPE 15 Non PksEmployment Type: Temporary Full TimePosition Start Date: December, 2022Position End Date: July, 2023Salary Information: Pay Grade GR-017: $29.13 to $34.23 per hourApplication Close: December 2, 2022At the City of Vancouver, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we so proudly serve. Indigenous applicants, people of colour, all genders, 2SLGBTQ+ and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Accommodations will be provided upon request during the selection process. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion.Before you click Apply nowOnce you start your application you can save your work and leave the applications page, however please remember to submit your profile to the specific job requisition before the posting closing date.In addition to uploading your cover letter and resume, part of the application process may include answering application questions related to the preferred requirements of the role which may take approx.. 5-10mins. Cover letters should express interest and highlight additional information relevant to the position and resumes should include a tailored summary of skills and experience related to the position.Quick Apply

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