Harris County · 13 hours ago
Manager, Property Tax Collections
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
4+ years expHarris County is seeking a Property Tax Collections Manager to oversee the operations of the Collections Section. This role involves ensuring the accurate processing of property and hotel occupancy tax payments, managing collections staff, and coordinating with various departments to ensure compliance and efficiency in tax collection processes.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Provides oversight and direction to the Collections staff in accordance with organizational policies and procedures. Supervises, trains, and evaluates collections staff; assigns responsibilities, provides guidance, and fosters a professional and collaborative work environment
Ensures all collection activities comply with applicable laws, county policies, and financial controls
Ensures that deposits made via remote lockbox scanner are processed accurately and timely manner by the bank
Prepares hotel occupancy tax collections report and submits to the Accounting Division for disbursement of collected funds to the County
Verifies that files submitted by Commercial Portfolio clients balance with corresponding payments received
Communicates with the County Attorney’s Office and the Linebarger law firm to correct property tax account payments
Receives, reviews, and prepares hotel occupancy tax refund requests submitted by individuals, corporations, and the State Bar of Texas
Responds to taxpayer inquiries, resolves complex account issues, and maintains positive relationships with property owners, hotel operators, and other stakeholders
Perform additional responsibilities as required to support the Property Tax Services Division and Harris County Tax Office as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration or a related field. Relevant experience may substitute for the required education
Minimum of four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in tax collection, revenue administration, or financial operations
Minimum of two (2) years in a supervisory/leadership role overseeing staff or departmental functions
Strong interpersonal skills and a proven ability to work collaboratively across departments and with external partners
Strong knowledge of property and hotel occupancy tax collection laws, procedures, and reporting requirements
Ability to interpret and apply complex statutes, ordinances, and financial regulations
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, financial systems, spreadsheets, and database management software
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Strong leadership and team management abilities
Effective written and verbal communication skills for internal and external stakeholders
High attention to detail and accuracy in data and financial reconciliation
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment in sensitive matters
Preferred
Experience in a government or public sector environment
Knowledge of property tax laws, hotel occupancy tax regulations, and electronic payment systems is highly desirable
Company
Harris County
Harris County focuses on transportation, public health, housing, justice and safety, the environment, and other issues.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Craig B Atkins, CPA
CFO / Director of Financial Services
Araceli "Chely" Chojnacki
Front Receiving COORDINATOR
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