ROLE OVERVIEW:The Municipal Administrator will be responsible to assist with council billing, reporting, and risk management. Utilities include but are not limited to Water, Electricity, Sewer, Effluent, refuse. Alternative Energy Solutions, Back-up Electricity, Gas, and/or other utilities that may be used.RESPONSIBILITIESUtility managementManage the relationship between Landlord/ Service Providers/Tenants to optimize output.Sourcing Accounts from the respective supply authorityAssist in dealing with Queries (tenant and Council related), as well as opening of new accounts with CouncilRegular Reporting and risk managementUtility accounting and administration functionsProvide support to inland team and functionsVerification and OptimizationAssist with utility accounting and administration function to ensure that the accounting on both the cost and recoveries of utilities are accurate per billing cycle, both in respect of:vetting and approving reports on all related municipal billstariff checking and verificationEnergy AssessmentsEnsure buildings are on most beneficial rates.Assessments/feasibility studies and reportingRisk ManagementEnsures compliance with relevant Acts and bylawsAssist manager with the processes and systems within the area of accountability to ensure compliance and minimize the business riskREQUIREMENTSProperty industry and municipal accounts experience essentialCreditors/Account reconciliations and payments experience essentialIntermediate ExcelValid Drivers LicenceExperience in dealing with council queries will be advantageousPastel/SAGE ERP 300 knowledge will be advantageous.SKILLSAbility to work as part of a teamFriendly, helpful and service-orientatedAnalytical / accurate / attention to detailNumbers orientatedExcellent verbal and written communication skills;Conflict management skillsPlanning and organizingAssertive and energetic personAbility to adapt to changeAchievement orientedDeadline-driven, with a sense of urgency/result-orientationTime managementAbility to work under pressure
