Tax collector
ちょうぜいかかりいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Clerical Occupations
- Middle : Accounting Clerical Occupations
- Minor : Cash Handling Clerks
Summary
A public servant who properly collects taxes from taxpayers and handles tasks such as payment receipt, reminders, and seizures.
Description
Tax collectors belong to local governments or tax offices and are responsible for collecting local taxes such as resident tax and fixed asset tax from taxpayers. Specifically, they create and send payment slips, handle receipts at collection counters, manage procedures for bank transfers and convenience store payments, send reminders to delinquents, conduct field collections, prepare for seizures, and support administrative procedures. They also handle tax consultations, compile and report tax data, and respond to tax system changes as part of administrative services, performing a wide range of clerical tasks.
Future Outlook
With the digitization of administrative procedures and the spread of online tax payments, the importance of IT skills is increasing, while the ability to handle increasingly complex tax systems and advanced tax consultations is required, expecting further specialization.
Personality Traits
Calm and composed / Honest / Polite and courteous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Counter services / Department transfers / Field collection / Fixed hours / Team-based
Career Path
Tax collector → Chief clerk → Assistant section chief → Section chief → Fiscal planning officer
Required Skills
Accounting processing / Basic tax law knowledge / Communication skills / Office software
Recommended Skills
Information security knowledge / Negotiation skills / Tax software operation / Understanding of local tax law
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Accuracy in tax amount calculations and document preparation determines the reliability of the work. |
| Communication Skills | High communication skills are required for interactions and explanations with taxpayers. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work with low physical demands. |
Related Qualifications
- Japan Chamber of Commerce bookkeeping certification level 3
- Local government civil service exam (general administration)
Related Jobs
- Accounting clerk
- Tax office staff