POSITION SUMMARY

The Tax Accountant position is responsible for the collection and reconciliation of the York County Real Estate Taxes, including county, municipal and school taxes, administered through the York County Treasurer’s Office in conjunction with the 72 Elected and Appointed Municipal Tax Collectors.

The responsibilities include the administration of the real estate tax program in compliance with Commonwealth of PA law and York County Code.  The duties include:  program accounting and coordination, revenue and debt collection, records management and inspection, reconciliation and settlement procedures, countywide field visits, assists with tax collector training programs and seminars, preparation and analysis of monthly reports associated with the York County Real Estate Tax Program.

The Tax Accountant serves as a liaison with the York County Tax Collectors Association, York County Assessment Office, York County Tax Claim Bureau, York County Controller, York County Payroll Department and York County Commissioners.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

Requirements are representative of minimum experience, training, knowledge, skills and abilities.

• Tax Accountant must have a thorough understanding of the York County Real Estate Tax Ordinance and all applicable PA state laws.
• Must have valid PA driver license and reliable street vehicle available for field visits.
• Must have knowledge of York County's townships, boroughs, school districts and major highways and road system.
• Must have ability to read a map and navigate from directions.
• Ability to operate a personal computer (laptop) and utilize software including: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, Online Dog Licensing, PALS (PA hunting and fish license), Laserfiche (imaging), Munis Financial & Tyler Cashiering (cash receipting software), isaWorld (tax collection software) and BOSS (Fulton on-line banking).
• Ability to use the following office equipment:  PC laser printer, scanner, calculator, photocopier, telephone, fax and electronic and paper filing systems.
• Office responsibilities include knowledge and proficient use of computer based applications including but not limited to Munis, Excel, Word, Access, Outlook; and daily problem solving skills.
• The Tax Accountant must have B.S. in accounting; or equivalent experience and training.