Principal Specialist, Accounting (Hybrid)

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Pratt & Whitney is working to once again transform the future of flight—designing, building and servicing engines unlike any the world has ever seen. And because transformation begins from within, we’re seeking the people to drive it. So, calling all curious. 

Come ready to explore and you’ll find a place where your talent takes flight—beyond the borders of title, a country or your comfort zone. Bring your passion and commitment and we’ll welcome you into a tight-knit team that takes our mission personally. Channel your drive to make a difference into shaping an organization and an industry that’s evolving fast to the future.

Innovation through diversity of thought. At Pratt & Whitney, we believe diversity of thought enables creativity, innovation, and a foundation for inclusion. By fostering an inclusive culture, we accept a shared accountability and responsibility to recognize, sponsor, coach, hire and promote talent equally. We welcome our employees to be their whole - best - selves at work because trust, respect and integrity, are a part of our DNA.

At Pratt & Whitney, the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?

Located in Columbus, Georgia, P&W’s Columbus Engine Center (CEC) is one of the premier aircraft engine overhaul operations in the world, serving both large commercial and military customers, and specializing in service of the Geared Turbofan (GTF) engine family, which incorporates the latest technology and engine performance. 

We have a rare hybrid work opportunity for a highly motivated and experienced Principal Specialist, Accounting professional to join our team at CEC in Georgia, with opportunity to grow into a long and diverse career in P&W’s finance and accounting functions.

What You Will Do:

We are searching for an energetic self-starter with the ability to function at a high level in a dynamic and challenging environment. Strong analytical and spreadsheet skills are critical to performing well in this role, and prior working knowledge of SAP is a strong plus. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required, along with the ability to lead and drive performance in a team environment.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Month-end closing activities, including reporting, analysis and journal entries
• Managing vendor payable accounts, including reconciliations and resolution of issues in collaboration with vendors and internal operations
• Internal Controls evaluation and testing
• Business process improvement
• Support for balance sheet reviews and internal audits
• Represent the finance team in cross-functional collaboration with other departments
• Other related duties as assigned

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance or Business (with finance focus) and 5+ years of experience in Accounting or Finance; OR Advanced degree in Accounting, Finance or Business (with finance focus) and 3+ years of experience in Accounting or Finance
• Must be a U.S. Citizen - this position may require access to systems/tools that are restricted to individuals who possess US citizenship

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Solid understanding of basic accounting principles
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (especially Excel)
• Experience with enterprise management systems (especially SAP or similar)
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills, collaboration with other departments
• Experience with HFM or OneStream financial reporting software
• Experience with data management apps such as Business Warehouse, Power BI
• Strong aptitude for identifying inefficiencies and opportunities to drive operational improvements

Learn More & Apply Now:

In addition to transforming the future of flight, we are also transforming how and where we work. We’ve introduced role types to help you understand how you will operate in our blended work environment. This role is:

Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. This means that responsibilities of the job need to be performed onsite on a regular basis.

Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.

The salary range for this role is 77,000 USD - 163,000 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.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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