Deputy Treasurer/Tax Collector

The Township of Norwich, with a population of approximately 11,367 is one of five rural municipalities within the County of Oxford. The Township currently has an employment opportunity for a full-time position of Deputy Treasurer/Tax Collector.

Reporting to the Director of Finance/Treasurer, this position assists in the statutory duties of the Treasurer as defined in the Municipal Act and other Acts of Legislature as delegated by the Treasurer.  This position will serve as deputy financial officer and custodian of the revenues and securities for the municipality which includes, but is not limited to accounting functions, processing financial reports, maintaining files and records.  Salary range effective January 1st, 2025, is $79,032 to $92,456, based on a 35-hour workweek.

Qualifications and Experience Preferred:

• Completion of post-secondary education in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Enrolment in the Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) program. 
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in Municipal financial setting, including assisting with budgetary preparation and processes is preferred.
• A self-motivated, highly organized individual with excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the public.
• Must possess strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Must be capable of multi-tasking and working with minimal to no supervision.
• Complete familiarity working with MS Office and ability to adapt to Municipal software programs.

A detailed job description can be found on our website at:  www.norwich.ca 

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply by submitting a resume and letter detailing how they meet these qualifications by 4:00 p.m., Friday, January 10th, 2025, to the Township of Norwich to the attention of:

Mary Winegarden, Human Resources Coordinator

Township of Norwich, 285767 Airport Road, Norwich, ON N0J 1P0

Phone #: 519-667-2000, Ext. 7616

E-Mail:  mwinegarden@norwich.ca

Personal information collected will be used solely for applicant selection in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted. The Township of Norwich is an equal opportunity employer.  Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities (AODA), upon advance notice of specific accommodation required.