Message from the President
The Ontario Municipal Tax and Revenue Association (OMTRA) brings together municipal tax and revenue professionals from across the province to share knowledge, build connections, and advance excellence or sector. I am honoured to serve as President and work alongside a dedicated Board, volunteers, and members who support the important work being done in municipalities every day.
As our profession continues to evolve, municipalities are facing legislative changes, economic pressures, and increasing service expectations. These challenges are reshaping the roles of tax and revenue professionals and reinforce the importance of a strong, responsive association.
This year, we will continue advancing the priorities outlined in OMTRA’s Strategic Plan, with a focus on delivering meaningful value to our members. Through professional development, networking opportunities, and resource sharing, we will support members in adapting to change and meeting the demands of an increasingly complex environment.
Listening to our members remains a key priority. Your feedback helps ensure that OMTRA’s programs, services, and initiatives reflect the realities of your work and continue to provide benefits that matter most to you.
Together, we will build on OMTRA’s strong foundation, strengthen member engagement, and ensure the association continues to meet the evolving needs of municipal tax and revenue professionals across Ontario. Thank you for your continued support and I look forward to working with you in the year ahead.
Kelan Jylha, President
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Closing Date
October 29, 2026
Senior Tax Sale Consultant – *UPDATED*
Job Status: Permanent, Full Time
Department: Tax Sales
Reports To: General Manager
Position Summary
The Senior Tax Sale Consultant is responsible for the administration of files where the one-year period following the registration of a tax arrears certificate has expired. They will execute the required procedures and ensure that all the requirements of the pertinent legislation and regulations are adhered to. They will advise our clients on an ongoing basis and ensure that they are always provided with an outstanding level of service. They will work both individually, and as part of a close-knit team.
Position may be remote – however initial training is located in Newmarket, Ontario.
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the General Manager, the duties and responsibilities of the Senior Tax Sale Consultant include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Reviewing files to ensure viability of proceeding with tax sale;
- Using our custom software to create the required documents;
- Working with our OntarioTaxSales.ca website team and the Realtax team;
- Registering documents online;
- Being available to our clients on the day of a tax sale, until the tender opening or auction has concluded;
- Occasionally attending tender openings or auctions;
- Becoming thoroughly familiar with the procedures and requirements set out in Part XI of the Municipal Act, the Municipal Tax Sales Rules, various other statutes, and pertinent case law;
- Managing tax sale files from beginning to end. Beginning around the time of the expiry of the one-year period following the registration of a tax arrears certificate;
- Being familiar and knowledgeable of our procedures and software, initially working on tax registrations. This will include duties such as becoming familiar with
- our customized software;
- our fee structures;
- preparation of farm debt notices, first notices, final notices, statutory declarations, cancellation certificates, and any other required documents or instruments; and
- various reports on searches.
- Conducting all registrations on title of the required instruments;
- Checking files prior to commencement of tax sale procedures;
- Working with clients to calculate minimum tender/bid amounts;
- Document preparation, document registration, preparation of tender/bid packages;
- Liaising with clients and advising them on the requirements of tax registrations;
- Attending conferences and/or zone meetings for organizations such as AMCTO, MFOA, and OMTRA; and
- Possibly conducting workshops at conferences and/or zone meetings as well as working on our website, OntarioTaxSales.ca
Other
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
- University Degree or College Diploma
- 5 years of proven experience in a municipal environment;
- Extensive experience in tax sales;
- Title searching experience an asset;
- Strong knowledge of pertinent legislation and regulations;
- Excellent customer service skills;
- Graduate of the MTAP program;
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight timelines;
- Excellent eye for details;
- Strong organizational and time-management skills;
- Knowledge of Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint;
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal; and
Key Relationships
This position interfaces with internal and external contacts:
- Internal: All other Realtax Employees
- External: Treasurers/Deputy Treasurers/Clerks from 240 Municipalities
Working Conditions
- Work normal business hours but may be required to do some work in the evenings or outside normal working hours;
- Travel may be required in spring and fall
- Able to work on a computer for long periods of time;
- Required to work in a busy, open area office which may result in constant interruptions;
- Required to spend long hours concentrating which will require attention to detail and high levels of accuracy; and
- Required to meet a number of deadlines which may cause stress.
Pay Rate
- $150,000 – $200,000
Please submit your resume to our General Manager at: carolynnkent@realtax.ca
Closing Date
October 25, 2026
Supervisor of Revenue/Accounting Services
Full-Time, Permanent Position
Competition #2026-15
The Township of Georgian Bay is a growing water-based community in the District of Muskoka along the eastern shore of Georgian Bay. We offer a scenic place to live and work, along with a supportive and fun workplace culture that values staff through celebrations, events, and recognition initiatives. We also support work-life balance through a Flexible Work Policy, including work-from-home and compressed workweek options, where possible.
Home to many inland lakes and the gateway to the world-famous 30,000 Islands and Georgian Bay Islands National Park, the Township is rich in history and natural beauty. With a permanent population of approximately 3,500 and a seasonal population of around 17,500, our municipal office in Port Severn is a short commute from Barrie, Midland, Orillia, Parry Sound, and surrounding communities. Read our Community Profile to learn more.
Overview:
The Supervisor of Revenue and Accounting Services is responsible for performing accounting activities related to tax billing/collections for property taxes and receivables/payables. This position supervises the Finance and Customer Service Clerk, Accounts Payable Clerk, and oversees the collection and recording of municipal revenues. The Supervisor supports the protection and enhancement of the assessment tax base, and provides analysis of assessment growth, supplementary taxation and tax incentive/deferral programs. This role is responsible for implementation of processes and procedures in the taxation and accounting area.
Duties include but are not limited to:
- Verify the accuracy of the assessment roll and prepare interim, final, and supplementary tax billings.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the Assessment Act, Municipal Act, Assessment Review Board Act and Procedures, and other legislation pertaining to the assessment and taxation functions.
- Act as the point of contact for all customer and third-party inquiries including mortgage companies and legal firm’s queries related to property tax.
- Issue tax certificates as required, liaison with the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC), and administer the pre-authorized payment program.
- Responsible for municipal tax sale proceedings including negotiation of payment arrangements for difficult or sensitive property tax accounts, the delegated authority to registered tax arrears certificate on title of qualified real property, tax sale proceedings through public tender or auction, sign and register land transfer deed on behalf of the Township.
- Process electronic data interchange payment files from bank and apply payments to accounts.
- Conduct accounts receivable billing, collections of aged receivables, verification of compliance with the User Fees By-Law, as well as maintain the revenues, accounts-receivable and tax billing systems, and prepare applicable year end working papers and account reconciliations.
- Supervise the Township’s taxation, revenue, accounting, customer service, and accounts payable functions, ensuring compliance with legislation, accounting standards, financial controls, and municipal policies and procedures while delivering accurate and efficient financial services
Knowledge/experience:
- Post-secondary diploma or degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Accounting, or Finance.
- Municipal Tax Administration Program certification is an asset; Municipal Accounting and Finance Program certification is also an asset.
- Three (3) to five (5) years of directly related experience.
- Strong knowledge of, and ability to interpret and explain, complex legislation including:
- Corporate by-laws and applicable legislation and regulations
- Municipal administration
- Municipal Act
- Assessment Act
- Other provincial and municipal statutes and regulations governing assessment, taxation, and municipal governance
- Excellent written and verbal communication and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency with relevant computer applications.
Wage rate:
$83,247 to $93,695 annually, based on a 35-hour workweek.
The Township of Georgian Bay offers a competitive benefits package and is a member of the OMERS pension plan. Our Flexible Work policy allows for a hybrid work schedule or compressed workweek option, as appropriate.
Interested individuals are asked to forward their resume no later than 4:00 p.m. on October 25, 2026, to the Human Resources Department by email: jobs@gbtownship.ca
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Privacy Protection Act, personal information collected under the authority of the Municipal Act will only be used for candidate selection.
The Township of Georgian Bay does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants.
The Township of Georgian Bay is an equal opportunity employer committed to meeting its obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please notify us when contacted for an interview, and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Closing Date
November 2, 2026
Tax Collector
Job Number: #2026-031
Vacancy Status: Existing Vacancy
Posting Date: October 19. 2026
Deadline: November 2, 2026, 11:59 PM
The Corporation of the Township of Clearview
Clearview Township is currently seeking one (1) permanent full-time (35 hours per week) Tax Collector. The primary location of work is on-site at the Township’s Administration Centre, located at 217 Gideon Street, Stayner.
Clearview Township is located in a region that has a long history as one of Ontario’s favourite tourist and vacation destinations, attracting over two million visitors annually. Our community offers all the modern urban amenities with the attractiveness and friendly charm of a small-town quality of life.
Key Accountabilities:
Reporting to the Deputy Treasurer, the Tax Collector is responsible for all aspects of tax billing and collection functions within the Finance Department. This includes the administration of all billing procedures, including the ability to run interim and final tax bills, the implementation of mandatory and optional tax policies, collection of tax revenues and receivables, working knowledge of property tax forms such as Tax Incentive Adjustment, Post Roll Amended Notice, Advisory Notice of Adjustment, and responding to enquiries and complaints with effective conflict resolution skills while providing excellent customer service.
Qualifications:
- Recognized Diploma in Business or Accounting, together with three (3) to five (5) years of related experience in municipal taxation.
- Must possess, or be willing to obtain, the AMCTO Municipal Administration Program Diploma and the Municipal Tax Administration Program (MTAP) Diploma.
- Excellent communication, organizational, problem-solving, decision-making, time management, interpersonal, public relations, and customer service skills.
- Strong working knowledge and understanding of property tax legislation and the reporting requirements as per the Municipal Act.
- Strong financial aptitude with the ability to assist and cross-train in other areas of Finance.
- Thorough working knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Office applications and ability to produce professional documents using desktop publishing software.
- Ability to multi-task, cope with interruptions, and work under pressure to meet multiple deadlines, exercise discretion and good judgment particularly when handling highly confidential/sensitive information.
- Possess a high level of initiative and personal integrity.
- Satisfactory Criminal Record Check.
- Valid Class “G” Driver’s License in good standing with dependable personal transportation.
Note: The preferred candidate must be willing to provide consent for the Township to conduct a criminal record check prior to finalizing an employment offer.
Salary:
The salary range offered for this position is $68,720 to $84,370 per annum and includes a comprehensive benefits package.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates are invited to forward their resume and a covering letter quoting job # 2026-031 to Human Resources by November 2, 2026, at 11:59 pm to: hr@clearview.ca
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please. The Township of Clearview does not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology at any stage of the recruitment process. The Township of Clearview is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).
Please visit: www.clearview.ca



