Tax Collector and Payroll Administrator

Tax Collector and Payroll Administrator - Full-Time

Date Posted:
Wednesday, January 7, 2026

The Borough of Franklin Lakes, Bergen County, New Jersey is seeking a qualified individual to fill the position of Full-Time Municipal Tax Collector and Payroll Administrator.

Position Summary: Under the direction of the governing body and municipal administration, the Tax Collector/ Payroll Administrator is responsible for the billing, collection, recording, and enforcement of property taxes and other municipal revenues in accordance with N.J.S.A. 54:5-1 et seq. and other applicable statutes, as well as administering payroll for all Borough employees.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Collection of property tax levy, sewer utility, liens, special charges, added assessments and property maintenance charges as billed, including billing, reporting, enforcement and collection in accordance with N.J.S.A. 54:4-1, et seq. – Borough has 3,950 ratable line items.
• Central cashier for all Borough deposits from various departments.
• Set up escrow accounts and process all deposits.
• Prepare reports and notices for delinquent taxes.
• Prepare, process and mail Added/Omitted tax bills.
• Prepare and conduct Annual Tax Sale.
• Telephone and counter assistance to taxpayers.
• Respond to OPRA and tax search requests.
• Prepare Annual Tax Collector’s report.
• Prepare quarterly performance management reports.
• Reconcile online tax payments and all ACH and credit card payments received.
• Responsible for all phases of payroll processing for the Borough employees (150 employees on payroll):
  • Certifying Officer for PERS, PFRS and DCRP pension systems.
  • Process payroll semi-monthly.
  • Review and process private duty vouchers.
  • Set up new employees in payroll portal.
  • Prepare and process payroll-related checks.
  • Record processed payroll in Edmunds.
  • Process stipend payments.
  • Complete unemployment requests for wage and separation information.
  • Calculate salary increase and health benefit contributions for all employees.
  • Maintain employee payroll file.

• Must possess a valid New Jersey Certified Tax Collector (CTC) certificate.
• Prior experience as a Municipal Tax Collector or Deputy Tax Collector preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of New Jersey property tax laws and procedures.
• Strong organizational, communication, and computer skills.
• Experience with Edmunds municipal tax collection software and Action Data Services payroll software preferred.

Full-time position with salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. Salary range $75,000 to $85,000. Comprehensive benefits package.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and proof of certification to Gregory Hart, ghart, on or before January 30. The Borough of Franklin Lakes is an Equal Opportunity Employer.