Tax Director

About the role

The Tax Office Director is responsible for the overall administration, management, and supervision of the Tax Office operations for Our Client. This position directs all functions related to the collection, accounting, reporting, disbursement, and reconciliation of ad valorem taxes for all taxing authorities within the parish.

Responsibilities

• Direct, supervise, and manage all operations of the Sheriff's Tax Office.
• Oversee the billing, collection, accounting, reconciliation, and disbursement of ad valorem taxes for all parish taxing authorities.
• Ensure timely and accurate remittance of tax collections and other revenues to appropriate governmental entities.
• Administer and oversee all tax sale procedures for delinquent properties in accordance with Louisiana statutory requirements.
• Cook up and oversee all tax sale procedures for delinquent properties in accordance with Louisiana statutory requirements.
• Coordinate the preparation, advertisement, conduct, and post-sale processing of tax sales.
• Cover the collection, receipting, accounting, and reporting of fees, fines, bonds, court costs, and other revenues processed through the 19th Judicial District Court.
• Develop, implement, and maintain effective financial controls, accounting procedures, and operational policies.
• Ensure compliance with applicable Louisiana laws, accounting standards, audit requirements, and Sheriff's Office policies.
• Prepare financial reports, tax settlement reports, reconciliations, and other required documentation for the Sheriff, auditors, taxing authorities, and governmental agencies.
• Cook up and oversee all tax sale procedures for delinquent properties in accordance with Louisiana statutory requirements.
• Coordinate and assist with internal and external audits and ensure timely resolution of audit findings.
• Serve as a supervisor and develop, train, evaluate, and develop Tax Office personnel.
• Respond to inquiries and provide assistance to taxpayers, attorneys, title companies, governmental officials, and the public regarding tax matters and tax sale procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality and security of financial, legal, and taxpayer information.
• Maintain confidentiality and security of financial, legal, and taxpayer information.
• Maintain confidentiality and security of financial, legal, and taxpayer information.
• Maintain confidentiality and security of financial, legal, and taxpayer information.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory changes affecting tax collection, tax sales, and court-related financial operations.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Sheriff or his designee.

Requirements

• Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or a closely related field. Current Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license required. Minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible professional experience in accounting, governmental finance, tax administration, auditing, or related financial management functions. Supervisory or management experience required. Experience with governmental accounting and Louisiana ad valorem tax processes preferred.

Qualifications

• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Thorough knowledge of governmental accounting principles, financial reporting, and internal controls. Knowledge of Louisiana laws and procedures related to ad valorem tax collection, tax sales, and public finance. Knowledge of court-related financial processes and reconciliation procedures. Strong leadership, organizational, and supervisory skills. Ability to interpret and apply laws, regulations, policies, and procedures. Ability to prepare and analyze complex financial reports and records. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, employees, governmental agencies, and the public. Proficiency in accounting software, financial management systems, and Microsoft Office applications.