Machinery & Equipment Appraiser/Analyst

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Canada.

📋 Description

• Engages in hands-on training to acquire basic terminology, concepts, practices, and procedures related to Machinery & Equipment valuation engagements.

• Analyzes previously completed models and appraisal reports to enhance understanding of the valuation process and its principles.

• Utilizes internal models to assess various industries and projects.

• Identifies the essential questions to pose during interviews to gather pertinent information for appraisal needs in line with established guidelines and procedures.

• Conducts on-site or telephone interviews to familiarize with a company’s operations, control and management procedures, inventory composition, and factors influencing inventory values.

• Participates in travel for job inspections and/or client meetings, either independently or alongside another Analyst or Appraiser, including photographing assets during site visits and providing detailed notes and equipment listings.

• Maintains a solid understanding of the inspection process and the information required for conducting an inventory appraisal.

• Properly documents inspection notes.

• Proactively identifies any potential challenges with values and communicates concerns to the client and Business Development Officer well ahead of the final report issuance.

• Evaluates the financial performance and operational metrics of appraised companies, including thorough analysis of inventory, sales, expense structures, seasonality trends, inventory turnover, and gross margin.

• Reviews and contributes to the narrative of appraisal reports.

• May engage in project reviews with senior management.

• Directly communicates with all clients, maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.

• Effectively and confidently articulates the rationale for changes in value or defends values for new appraisals to companies and/or clients.

• Acquires knowledge of and adheres to USPAP standards applicable to Machinery & Equipment valuations.

• Maintains the Gordon Brothers’ Appraisal Application database to ensure accurate and timely information regarding contacts, companies, and projects.

• Upholds Gordon Brothers’ Core Values and contributes to achieving the strategic plan's objectives.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, supply chain, or operations management preferred; or relevant work experience.

• A minimum of two years of prior work experience, ideally in a manufacturing, warehouse, or similar industrial setting.

• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and MS Word is required; working knowledge of MS PowerPoint is preferred.

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

• A high degree of integrity and business acumen is essential.

• Desired skills include demonstrated analytical, presentation, and project management abilities.

• Required problem-solving skills to conduct in-depth analyses of job-related information.

• Preferred experience in spreading historical financial statement data, encompassing income statements and balance sheets.

• Ability and willingness to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment is crucial.

• Self-motivated and capable of working independently.

• Competence in managing multiple projects with meticulous attention to detail.

• Must be prepared to travel up to 25%, including some overnight trips, for site inspections. Site inspections may involve moderate physical activities such as walking, bending, reaching, and/or climbing to visually inspect equipment.

🏝️ Benefits

• Health insurance

• Dental benefits

• DPSP/RRSP

• Time off benefits