Tax Collector
CurrentResponsible for collection of annual tax commitment of over 16 million dollars. Excise tax collection and sewer fee administration for a town of 5,400 residents. Maintain an efficient and effective relationship with town departments and the general public. Supervises department staff. Work is performed in accordance with state and local laws and generally accepted accounting principles. Work is reviewed through observation, verification, internal audit and independent fiscal audit.Working knowledge of the principles and practices of municipal accounting, thorough knowledge of the tax lien and foreclosure process, knowledge of the principles and practices of municipal cash management and thorough knowledge of excise tax collection laws and updates. Preparation of reports on tax and sewer collection activities. Proficient knowledge of current accepted methods of receiving, depositing and disbursing large amounts of money. Assisted with a municipal office reconfiguration and helped implement cross training efforts between town office departments.