Principal Accounting & Financial Analysis Specialist

RTX•Simpsonville, SC

10d•Onsite

About The Position

At RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. We are seeking a Principal Accounting & Financial Analysis Specialist to join our Thermal, Electronic & Defense Systems (TEDS) team within Mission Critical Products, an SSBU in the Mission Systems Business Unit. In this role, you will support the Durham, New Hampshire and Simpsonville, South Carolina sites, partnering closely with site Controllers to provide accounting and financial analysis support. This position will work onsite at one of these locations.

Requirements

University Degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience
Experience in Finance/Accounting
Experience in Microsoft Excel, including complex financial analysis
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Nice To Haves

Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Mathematics or related field
Hands-on experience with OneStream and ERP systems (Epicor preferred)
Experience supporting month-end close processes
Aerospace and manufacturing environment experience
Experience with process improvement initiatives

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with company financial policies, procedures, and internal controls
Support site controller/s and serve as the site cost accountant
Perform cost and margin analysis, including standard cost reviews and ad hoc profitability assessments
Partner with site controllers on month-end close, reporting, and financial analysis
Prepare journal entries and general ledger account reconciliations in an accurate and timely manner
Support internal control compliance and internal/external audit requests
Identify and implement process improvements to support business growth and efficiency
Develop and standardize templates and processes across multiple sites
Perform ad hoc financial analysis and reporting as needed

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
Tuition reimbursement program
Student Loan Repayment Program
Life insurance and disability coverage
Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
Adoption Assistance
Autism Benefit
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs