Reporting to the Senior Inventory Manager, the Financial Accountant (FA) s responsible for day-to-day month-end,
quarter-end, and year-end closing for the GovPlanet entity business. Working closely with the Operational and
Corporate Finance Teams, the FA is a key contributor to the day-to-day, weekly, month-end close process,
preparing journal entries, working papers, and other tasks. In addition to these core deliverables, the FA will
support key initiatives, including enhancing business processes, new systems implementation and the optimization
of the close process.
- • Responsible for weekly, month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing tasks for GovPlanet business entity managing
Disposition Logistics Agency (DLA) Purchase Inventory Contracts. - Record COGS inventory weekly.
- Reviews new inventory issued on weekly basis.
- Review and process inventory write off/on adjustments weekly.
- Prepare various journal entries throughout the month.
- Reconcile on monthly basis inventory billed.
- Record new inventory and credits issued by vendor monthly.
- Reconcile Discrepancies: Address inventory discrepancies and promptly resolve any issues
- Complete monthly account reconciliations.
- Prepare inventory Cycle Count SOX controls on quarterly basis.
- Prepare monthly inventory provisions during closing.
- Communicate with external stakeholders as needed for inventory/billing inquries.
- Complete SOX control requirements ensuring full SOX compliance, including but not limited to IPEs and WPs.
- Ensuring adherence to Corporate Accounting Policies.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
- CPA a plus
- Three to five years of relevant experience in inventory accounting.
- Proven experience in inventory management and accounting
- Proficiency in accounting software and inventory management systems such as Oracle, NetSuite.
- Knowledge of GAAP and other relevant accounting standards.
- Ability to work independently and meet strict deadlines.
- Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
- Advanced Excel skills
- Good Interpersonal skills, organizational abilities.
- Excellent Communication skills both verbal and written.
- Strong numerical aptitude and analytical mindset
- Competent Problem-solving and technical skills.
- Ability to think critically and tactical and timely decision-making skills.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
- CPA
- Three to five years of relevant experience in inventory accounting
- Proven experience in inventory management and accounting
- Proficiency in accounting software and inventory management systems such as Oracle, NetSuite
- Knowledge of GAAP and other relevant accounting standards
- Advanced Excel skills
- Ability to work independently and meet strict deadlines
- Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
- Good interpersonal, organizational, verbal and written communication skills
- Strong numerical aptitude, analytical mindset, and problem-solving skills
- Experience with SOX controls, IPEs and working papers
Ritchie Bros. Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Ritchie Bros. and has not been reviewed or approved by Ritchie Bros..
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Affordable Benefits — Medical coverage is often considered very affordable, with low employee costs noted as a differentiator. Benefits begin on day one, which strengthens perceived value.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO and paid holidays are part of the standard package across regions under RB Global. Day‑one eligibility and clear time‑off programs contribute to a well‑rounded offering.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company match in the U.S. and RRSP match in Canada are offered, alongside an ESPP for employee ownership. These programs indicate solid retirement support across locations.
Ritchie Bros. Insights
What We Do
Established in 1958, Ritchie Bros. (NYSE and TSX: RBA) is a global asset management and disposition company, offering customers end-to-end solutions for buying and selling used heavy equipment, trucks and other assets. Operating in a multitude of sectors, including construction, transportation, agriculture, energy, oil and gas, mining, and forestry, the company’s selling channels include: Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers, the world’s largest industrial auctioneer offers live auction events with online bidding; IronPlanet, an online marketplace with featured weekly auctions and providing its exclusive IronClad Assurance® equipment condition certification; MarketplaceE, an online marketplace offering multiple price and timing options; Mascus, a leading European online equipment listing service; and Ritchie Bros. Private Treaty, offering privately negotiated sales. The company also offers sector-specific solutions including GovPlanet, TruckPlanet, Kruse Energy Auctioneers, and Cat® auctions, plus equipment financing and leasing through Ritchie Bros. Financial Services. For more information about the unprecedented choice provided by Ritchie Bros., visit RitchieBros.com.
