Principal Payroll Accountant

RTX Corporation

Farmington, CT, United States
Base: $86,800 - $165,200 usd; bonus/equity: annual...
Hybrid
Payroll accounting process experience
Monthly payroll process management
Complex journal entry preparation
This role leads broad financial responsibilities including supporting the monthly payroll process and completing complex account reconciliations for RTX business units

Job Summary

  • This role leads broad financial responsibilities including supporting the monthly payroll process and completing complex account reconciliations for RTX business units.
  • The position requires cultivating a culture focused on controls and compliance with US GAAP, RTX Policy, and U.S. government cost accounting standards.
  • Candidates will receive a robust total rewards package including healthcare, retirement benefits, flexible work schedules, and educational assistance.

Matching Summary

This role leads broad financial responsibilities including supporting the monthly payroll process and completing complex account reconciliations for RTX business units.

Salary

Base: $86,800 - $165,200 USD; Bonus/Equity: Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive programs available; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, parental leave, and more

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Payroll Accounting process experience
  • Monthly payroll process management
  • Complex journal entry preparation
  • Account reconciliation skills
  • SAP and Blackline proficiency

Nice-to-have

  • Process improvement focus
  • Strong analytical problem-solving
  • Collaboration with cross-functional teams
  • Knowledge of US GAAP and CAS
  • Leadership and communication skills

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field
  • At least 3 years of Payroll Accounting experience
  • U.S. Person status required (Citizen/PR/Asylee)
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, SAP, and Blackline

Work Rights

Must be a U.S. Person (citizen, permanent resident, refugee, or asylee)

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