Payroll Accounting Manager

RTX • Farmington, CT

3d • Hybrid

About The 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.

Requirements

• This role typically requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business , or related field and at least 8+ years relevant experience ideally gained in public accounting / private industry or Corporate Accounting setting OR an advanced degree in accounting, finance, business administration or related field and 5 years relevant experience
• At least 3 years’ experience gained in a managerial or leadership role
• At least 5 years’ experience in and solid knowledge of Payroll and Labor Accounting
• Experience in Microsoft Office Applications, SAP and Blackline

Nice To Haves

• A minimum of 3 years of management experience
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and process-improvement skills
• Strong communication, Collaboration and leadership skills
• Strategic thinker, demonstrated leadership skills
• Self-motivated with strong attention to detail
• Proven experience in a fast paced, deadline-driven environment

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of two or more accountants.
• Oversee Payroll Accounting process including:
• Manage the monthly financial close.
• Preparation and review of journal entries, account reconciliations and analysis
• Mapping of payroll files into Enterprise-wide SAP instances.
• Required Government reporting and Government Audit oversight.
• Participate in strategic financial projects including upgrades and implementation of ERP software.
• Drive initiatives that improve operational effectiveness and efficiency while complying with our internal control framework.
• 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).
• Lead and/or participate in critical projects, collaborating with Payroll Operations, Payroll Tax, HR, Benefits Finance, 3rd party vendors, Digital Technology, Internal Controls and the SBU’s.
• Present to senior leadership in various forums and meeting

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager