Financial Analyst - Property Taxes
About the role
Financial Analyst – Property Taxes Competition Number: 26/27
Posting Scope: Internal / External
Posted Date: February 3, 2026
Closing Date: February 17, 2026, 4:30 PM PST
Department: Finance
Posting Type: Maternity/Parental Leave Replacement – up to 12 months
Work schedule: Monday to Friday ( 35 hour work week)
Salary: $ 45.77 per hour, Pay Grade 13
Job Code: 4126
Employee Group: This is a CUPE Local 50 position
Number of Vacancies: 1
The City of Victoria has an exciting opportunity for a Financial Analyst – Property Taxes to join our team. This is a hands-on position that works closely with internal departments and outside agencies to fulfill the legislative requirements governing property tax administration.
Role This position plays a key role in ensuring the accuracy of the City’s property tax and other receivable systems through expert financial analysis and responsive customer service. Our ideal candidate will:
- Be a self starter, critical thinker, and collaborator with a focus on providing accurate and timely information
- Be able to manage multiple fast paced and competing demands at once
- Have progressive experience working with municipal property tax administration
WORK FROM HOME The successful candidate for this posting may be eligible for participation in a hybrid, work from home arrangement in alignment with the City’s Work from Home Policy. Such arrangements are determined with each employee and subject to change based on operational needs and policy direction.
POSITION FUNCTION Perform administrative and accounting functions relating to the property tax system in the accounts receivable section.
KEY DUTIES Generate property tax notices and other billings for receivable systems including business licenses, utilities and other general accounts; ensure payments and adjustments are entered into property tax sub-ledger; check, record and balance home owner grants and tax penalty information; issue refunds. Responsible for maintenance, communication and issues around pre-authorized payment accounts and generate electronic batch for monthly bank withdrawals. Maintain property contact system updates for property tax system; conducts quality control checks; reports changes to personal information to BC Assessment.
Create, maintain and balance various records such as frontage charges specified area levies, mortgage company billing file and tax arrears; prepare month end and year end reconciliation of various sub-ledgers to general ledger; compose correspondence as required. Provide financial information for Council reports and schedules related to local improvement and specified area rate and interpret bylaws and create the levy. Calculate and notify property owners of frontage and specified area tax assessment changes; determine daily interest and impose penalty charges on outstanding taxes and apply to individual accounts.
Responsible for payment in lieu of taxes, maintaining files, verify properties, calculate invoices to government agencies and other exempt property owners. Compile statistical and general reports for various departments as required. Impose other government agency property tax levies, reconciling related accounts, calculate and issue payment of levies collected, make adjustments for supplementaries to under-over levy accounts.
Prepare documents for the sale of properties for non payment of taxes; notify home owners in writing of intended sale; attend auction to record bids; complete post sale documentation and accounting adjustments. Register liens on property at Land Titles Office.
Respond to enquiries from staff, the public, legal firms and government agencies by providing information related to property taxes, ownership, grants, deferments, usage and frontages; respond to enquiries from businesses, the public and other departments regarding business licensing, utilities and other general accounts; interpret and explain applicable bylaws, statutes and regulations; participate on corporate committees as required.
Participate in the development and implementation of accounting policies, procedures and standards of accounts receivable; assist in the planning, implementation and improvement of receivable systems as required.
Perform related duties where qualified.
INDEPENDENCE Work is performed according to established procedures or is assigned by supervisor.
Work is reviewed through discussions with supervisor.
Issues such as deviations from policy and established procedures are discussed with supervisor with recommendations.
WORKING CONDITIONS Physical Effort Touch keying on a calculator. (rare)
Sit with arms unsupported while keyboarding. (occasional)
Mental Effort Meet accounting and operational deadlines. (often)
Deal with complaints and negative comments. (occasional)
Long periods of intense concentration while performing calculations and analysis. (often)
Visual/Auditory Effort Focus on a variety of source data and computer for short periods. (frequent)
Work Environment Office.
Key Skills And Abilities Organize and prioritize work.
Understand and apply accounting techniques related to municipal accounting.
Advanced level operation of current City of Victoria financial and spreadsheet programs.
Interpret related legislation, bylaws and policies.
Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Deal effectively with the public and outside agencies.
Qualifications Formal Education, Training and Occupational Certification: High school graduation.
Third level CGA/CMA program. (3 years)
Experience 3 years of related experience.
or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Other May be requested to substitute in a more senior position.
To apply for this opportunity, you will need to create an online profile or log back into our career portal at www.victoria.ca/jobs - only online submissions will be considered. All applications must be submitted online by 4:30 pm on the closing date noted on the posting. Please be prepared to provide proof of qualifications as outlined in your resume.
The City of Victoria is committed to integrating equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility into our programs, policies, spaces, and services. Our goal is to cultivate a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve and aim to become. Individuals who are Indigenous, racialized, immigrants, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+, or facing any additional barriers are encouraged to apply. Accommodations will be available upon request throughout the application and selection process.
If you require assistance, please email us at careers@victoria.ca .
About City of Victoria BC
The City of Victoria is located on the southern tip of Vancouver Island, one of 13 municipalities that make up Greater Victoria. The Capital City of British Columbia, Victoria is a community of choice for its temperate climate, natural beauty and recreation opportunities.
Victoria is a small urban city, with a resident population of approximately 83,000. That figure swells to 200,000 each day as the region’s economic and employment hub. The region is known as a centre for technological innovation, and remains an international tourism destination. Other large industries include post-secondary education, marine use and government.
Located in a sub-Mediterranean zone, Victoria enjoys the mildest climate in Canada. This, combined with spectacular outdoor setting adorned with ocean views and mountain vistas, encourage year round recreational opportunities including hiking, golfing, cycling, gardening and kayaking.
Each day City employees work to provide the best services possible for our citizens. From the provision of clean water, garbage collection, and emergency services to recreation classes, transportation planning and land-use development, first-rate City services are the foundation for building a healthy, safe and sustainable community.
Facing new challenges each day, the City of Victoria is evolving to find innovative ways of providing the highest level of service possible.
Financial Analyst - Property Taxes
About the role
Financial Analyst – Property Taxes Competition Number: 26/27
Posting Scope: Internal / External
Posted Date: February 3, 2026
Closing Date: February 17, 2026, 4:30 PM PST
Department: Finance
Posting Type: Maternity/Parental Leave Replacement – up to 12 months
Work schedule: Monday to Friday ( 35 hour work week)
Salary: $ 45.77 per hour, Pay Grade 13
Job Code: 4126
Employee Group: This is a CUPE Local 50 position
Number of Vacancies: 1
The City of Victoria has an exciting opportunity for a Financial Analyst – Property Taxes to join our team. This is a hands-on position that works closely with internal departments and outside agencies to fulfill the legislative requirements governing property tax administration.
Role This position plays a key role in ensuring the accuracy of the City’s property tax and other receivable systems through expert financial analysis and responsive customer service. Our ideal candidate will:
- Be a self starter, critical thinker, and collaborator with a focus on providing accurate and timely information
- Be able to manage multiple fast paced and competing demands at once
- Have progressive experience working with municipal property tax administration
WORK FROM HOME The successful candidate for this posting may be eligible for participation in a hybrid, work from home arrangement in alignment with the City’s Work from Home Policy. Such arrangements are determined with each employee and subject to change based on operational needs and policy direction.
POSITION FUNCTION Perform administrative and accounting functions relating to the property tax system in the accounts receivable section.
KEY DUTIES Generate property tax notices and other billings for receivable systems including business licenses, utilities and other general accounts; ensure payments and adjustments are entered into property tax sub-ledger; check, record and balance home owner grants and tax penalty information; issue refunds. Responsible for maintenance, communication and issues around pre-authorized payment accounts and generate electronic batch for monthly bank withdrawals. Maintain property contact system updates for property tax system; conducts quality control checks; reports changes to personal information to BC Assessment.
Create, maintain and balance various records such as frontage charges specified area levies, mortgage company billing file and tax arrears; prepare month end and year end reconciliation of various sub-ledgers to general ledger; compose correspondence as required. Provide financial information for Council reports and schedules related to local improvement and specified area rate and interpret bylaws and create the levy. Calculate and notify property owners of frontage and specified area tax assessment changes; determine daily interest and impose penalty charges on outstanding taxes and apply to individual accounts.
Responsible for payment in lieu of taxes, maintaining files, verify properties, calculate invoices to government agencies and other exempt property owners. Compile statistical and general reports for various departments as required. Impose other government agency property tax levies, reconciling related accounts, calculate and issue payment of levies collected, make adjustments for supplementaries to under-over levy accounts.
Prepare documents for the sale of properties for non payment of taxes; notify home owners in writing of intended sale; attend auction to record bids; complete post sale documentation and accounting adjustments. Register liens on property at Land Titles Office.
Respond to enquiries from staff, the public, legal firms and government agencies by providing information related to property taxes, ownership, grants, deferments, usage and frontages; respond to enquiries from businesses, the public and other departments regarding business licensing, utilities and other general accounts; interpret and explain applicable bylaws, statutes and regulations; participate on corporate committees as required.
Participate in the development and implementation of accounting policies, procedures and standards of accounts receivable; assist in the planning, implementation and improvement of receivable systems as required.
Perform related duties where qualified.
INDEPENDENCE Work is performed according to established procedures or is assigned by supervisor.
Work is reviewed through discussions with supervisor.
Issues such as deviations from policy and established procedures are discussed with supervisor with recommendations.
WORKING CONDITIONS Physical Effort Touch keying on a calculator. (rare)
Sit with arms unsupported while keyboarding. (occasional)
Mental Effort Meet accounting and operational deadlines. (often)
Deal with complaints and negative comments. (occasional)
Long periods of intense concentration while performing calculations and analysis. (often)
Visual/Auditory Effort Focus on a variety of source data and computer for short periods. (frequent)
Work Environment Office.
Key Skills And Abilities Organize and prioritize work.
Understand and apply accounting techniques related to municipal accounting.
Advanced level operation of current City of Victoria financial and spreadsheet programs.
Interpret related legislation, bylaws and policies.
Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Deal effectively with the public and outside agencies.
Qualifications Formal Education, Training and Occupational Certification: High school graduation.
Third level CGA/CMA program. (3 years)
Experience 3 years of related experience.
or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Other May be requested to substitute in a more senior position.
To apply for this opportunity, you will need to create an online profile or log back into our career portal at www.victoria.ca/jobs - only online submissions will be considered. All applications must be submitted online by 4:30 pm on the closing date noted on the posting. Please be prepared to provide proof of qualifications as outlined in your resume.
The City of Victoria is committed to integrating equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility into our programs, policies, spaces, and services. Our goal is to cultivate a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve and aim to become. Individuals who are Indigenous, racialized, immigrants, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+, or facing any additional barriers are encouraged to apply. Accommodations will be available upon request throughout the application and selection process.
If you require assistance, please email us at careers@victoria.ca .
About City of Victoria BC
The City of Victoria is located on the southern tip of Vancouver Island, one of 13 municipalities that make up Greater Victoria. The Capital City of British Columbia, Victoria is a community of choice for its temperate climate, natural beauty and recreation opportunities.
Victoria is a small urban city, with a resident population of approximately 83,000. That figure swells to 200,000 each day as the region’s economic and employment hub. The region is known as a centre for technological innovation, and remains an international tourism destination. Other large industries include post-secondary education, marine use and government.
Located in a sub-Mediterranean zone, Victoria enjoys the mildest climate in Canada. This, combined with spectacular outdoor setting adorned with ocean views and mountain vistas, encourage year round recreational opportunities including hiking, golfing, cycling, gardening and kayaking.
Each day City employees work to provide the best services possible for our citizens. From the provision of clean water, garbage collection, and emergency services to recreation classes, transportation planning and land-use development, first-rate City services are the foundation for building a healthy, safe and sustainable community.
Facing new challenges each day, the City of Victoria is evolving to find innovative ways of providing the highest level of service possible.