Principal Payroll Accountant

Accountant Position This is a great opportunity for an experienced and strong accountant to join the Enterprise Services (ES) Accounting & Compliance organization for RTX business units. This role will lead a broad set of financial responsibilities including assisting in the month end close process, reporting, and audits. What You Will Do Support the monthly payroll process for RTX accounting ledger. Prepare and post complex journal entries. Complete account reconciliations in an accurate and timely manner. Provide reporting and support analysis to Finance leads across RTX business unit. Assist with internal and external auditor requests. Act as a resource for other Payroll Accounting team members to analyze and develop solutions to a variety of complex problems. Participate in critical projects, collaborating with Payroll Operations, Payroll Tax, HR, Benefits Finance, 3rd party vendors, Digital Technology, Internal Controls and the SBU's. Focus on process improvement and alignment across Strategic Business Units (SBU's) to drive accuracy and efficiency. Cultivate a culture focused on controls and compliance with US GAAP, RTX Policy and U.S. government cost accounting standards (CAS). Qualifications You Must Have This role typically requires a bachelors degree in accounting, finance or business administration or related field and at least 5 years relevant experience ideally gained in a public accounting / private industry or Corporate setting OR an advanced degree in accounting, finance, business administration or related field and 3 years' experience. At least 3 years' experience with and solid knowledge of Payroll Accounting. At least 3 years' experience with monthly payroll process, Preparing and posting complex journal entries, Completing account reconciliations. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications, SAP and Blackline. Qualifications We Prefer Strong analytical, problem-solving, and process‑improvement skills. Strong communication and leadership skills. Strong Collaboration skills. What We Offer Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care. Role Type: Hybrid This is a hybrid role, eligible candidates must reside near an RTX hub in Hartford/Farmington CT, Tucson AZ, Richardson TX, or Cedar Rapids IA. The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, location, education/training, and key skills. RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act. #J-18808-Ljbffr Raytheon