- The Financial Accountant is responsible for general accounting tasks related to period end closing, SOX / financial statement audit support, and other Financial Operations accounting related work and compliance. Working closely with the Operational and Corporate Finance Teams, the Financial Accountant will support key initiatives including enhancing business processes and the optimization of the close process.
- Responsible for general accounting tasks related to period end closing, SOX / financial statement audit support, and other Financial Operations accounting related work and compliance.
- Ensures financial results related to contract revenue recognition, inventory valuation and At-Risk contracts are reported accurately and in a timely manner in accordance with GAAP, corporate and regulatory requirements, both pre and post auction.
- Preparation and/or review of monthly and quarterly working papers relating to inventory and risk contracts, ensuring proper classification and no material misstatement.
- Prepares variance analysis for P&L and Balance Sheet.
- Maintains a solid understanding of the business, its transactional and contractual obligations and becomes directly involved in specific business issues and their resolution
- Prepare balance sheet account reconciliations.
- Prepare statutory compliance reporting.
- Participation in special projects, committees, and other accounting duties/projects as may be assigned.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- 3-5 years of relevant experience preferred in an accounting or finance role.
- Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and accounting software. Oracle is an asset.
- Solid understanding of bookkeeping competencies.
- Excellent mathematical skills.
- Time management skills.
Skills Required
- 3-5 years of relevant experience in an accounting or finance role
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software
- Oracle experience
- Solid understanding of bookkeeping competencies
- Excellent mathematical skills
- Time management skills
Ritchie Bros. Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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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.
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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.
