Collections Analyst
The Collection Analyst plays a crucial role in the processing of tax billing and collection for Carroll County Government. You will process all adjustments per SDAT and prepare monthly reports for the State & Local jurisdictions. We are looking for a detail and data-oriented candidate with experience assessing deeds and processing receipts. Your day-to-day will include important decisions to update the ledger, track overage/shortage, and review the financial management system.
Essential Duties
- Manually bill and collect Public Utility taxes. Maintain trial balance for taxes collected and track overages/shortages.
- Log finalized cash receipts. Update account receivable ledger and maintain daily cash summary.
- Prepare monthly reports and balance assessment totals for State OCE report.
- Prepare personal property bills and adjustments. Process write-offs and prepare tax clearance certificates. Collect past due payments, refer to County Attorney as needed.
- Research and process additions and abatements per SDAT to tax accounts.
- Review deeds for transfer. Process Homeowners Tax Credit & Homestead recaptures.
- Maintain assessable base and reconcile open account balances.
- Foster collaboration and provide learning opportunities. Facilitate a supportive work environment.
- Independently ensure all work is complete and timely to achieve department goals. Review work of others to ensure that organizational standards are met.
- Exhibit integrity, ethics, and fiscal responsibility.
How You Will Succeed
Your Skills
- Bookkeeping (Developing)
- Financial Management Systems (Developing)
- Multi-Line Phone Systems (Intermediate)
- Financial Calculator (Intermediate)
- Microsoft Excel (Intermediate)
- Microsoft Office Suite (Intermediate)
Your Strengths
- Service Excellence
- Decision Making
- Collaborating with Others
- Digital Literacy
- Continuous Learning
- Accounting and Reporting
- Data Literacy
- Information Management
- Reconciliation and Analysis
You Might Be a Good Fit If
Education and Experience
- Associate degree or two years of college in accounting or a related field
- Three or more years of related experience
- A comparable amount of education and experience may be substituted for the minimum requirement.
Additional Information
- May be required to work outside of standard hours.
- Requires criminal background check as condition of employment.
- Must be able to focus in an open office environment with potential for noise.
Why You Will Love Working Here
All the Benefits You Need
Carroll County Government is dedicated to fostering a culture focused on the total well-being of our employees. For eligible employees, this includes:
- Generous paid time off
- 13 Paid Holidays
- Flexible schedules and remote options, when applicable
- Comprehensive, no deductible medical plans including prescription and vision coverage, low-cost dental plan, and County paid basic life insurance.
- Pension, 401k, and 457 Retirement Accounts
- Up to $9,000 in Tuition Assistance per fiscal year
Find out more here: Carroll County Government | Carroll County, Maryland (carrollcountymd.gov)
Carroll County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The County Commissioners of Carroll County recognize the rights of all people, including County employees, to equal opportunity. Discrimination against County employees on the basis of race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability is strictly prohibited. The Americans with Disabilities Act, Titles I and II, applies to County government employment. If you have questions, suggestions, or complaints, please contact Kristy L. Bixler, Director, Human Resources and Carroll County Government Americans with Disabilities Coordinator for Employment, at the Department of Human Resources (410-386-2129) or Md. Relay 711/800-735-2258. The mailing address is 225 North Center Street, Westminster, Maryland 21157.
Questions or need assistance? Please contact us at careers@carrollcountymd.gov, via telephone at 410-386-2129 or stop by our office at 225 N. Center Street, Room 100, Westminster, MD 21157 during normal business hours.
Disclaimer: This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of the Employer.