Brittany Thunell
Summary
Dedicated and detail-oriented professional with 13 years of experience in Municipal Government seeking the position of Deputy Tax Collector.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Administrator, Deputy Clerk, Certified Tax Collector, Utility Collector & P.A.C.O
Borough of Essex Fells
Essex Fells, NJ
04.2024 - Current
- Responsible for all billing, reporting, enforcement and collection of property taxes and utilities
- Reconcile Bank accounts and ensuring the proper allocation of collected funds
- Prepare and maintain detailed financial records and reports keeping them up to date
- Provide exceptional customer service by answering inquiries, complaints and conflicts to maintain resident harmony
- Work alongside CFO in Borough budget
- Responsible for the collection of all miscellaneous revenue
- Design and implement a new and efficient method of issuing bills
- Manage day to day municipal duties including scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, and handling correspondence; supporting the Municipal Administrator
- Handle and edit all policy documents, ordinances, and resolutions for review by the Municipal Council
Administrative Assistant, Technical Assistant to the Code Official, Certified Tax Collector, Utility Collector & P.A.C.O
Borough of Essex Fells
Essex Fells, NJ
09.2016 - 04.2024
- Reviewed, process and issuance of all Building permits
- Monitored plan review deadlines; maintained inspection logs for all subcodes
- Maintained monthly and quarterly DCA reports
- Calculated routine fees, collect fees and penalties as directed by Sub-Code/andor Construction Official
- Maintain employee manuals to keep in compliance with insurance companies
- Responsible for all billing, reporting, enforcement and collection of property taxes and utilities
- Assisted in borough budget with CFO; handling all annual tax statements and tax forecasting
- Responsible for monthly bank reconciliation
- Draft meeting agendas, supply advance materials and execute follow-up for meetings and team conferences
Administrative Assistant; Payroll & AP/AR, Deputy Tax & Utility Collector
Borough of Essex Fells
Essex Fells, NJ
06.2012 - 09.2016
- Processed payroll for 30+ employees including pensions contributions, 457 contributions, and garnishment payments
- Responsible for maintaining all purchase orders and requisitions for Administration and the Department of Public Works
- Handled all Borough and vendor communications
- Managed receptionist area, including greeting visitors, responding to telephone, and in-person requests for information
- Draft meeting agendas, supply advance materials and execute follow-up for meetings and team conferences
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Montclair State University
01.2014
Skills
- Strong proficiency in tax collection software (Edmunds, Munidex)
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills
- Attention to detail and accuracy in financial recordkeeping
- Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
- Customer service orientation and conflict resolution
Affiliations
Tax Collectors & Treasurers Association of New Jersey
TCTA of Essex, Hudson, Passaic & Union
Certification
Certified Tax Collector, 06/01/18
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Assistant Administrator, Deputy Clerk, Certified Tax Collector, Utility Collector & P.A.C.O
Borough of Essex Fells
04.2024 - Current
Administrative Assistant, Technical Assistant to the Code Official, Certified Tax Collector, Utility Collector & P.A.C.O
Borough of Essex Fells
09.2016 - 04.2024
Administrative Assistant; Payroll & AP/AR, Deputy Tax & Utility Collector
Borough of Essex Fells
06.2012 - 09.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Montclair State University
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