Principal Specialist, Benefits Finance

2026-10-12

United States of America

US-MA-REMOTE

Hybrid

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 9 years of relevant experience
• Solid experience and knowledge of financial forecasting and analysis
• Critical thinking and analytical skills
• Ability to independently manage critical projects under demanding schedules
• Strong organizational skills; ability to handle competing priorities with attention to detail
• Solid written and communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel, PowerPoint and Word

 

•  Ability to help identify and execute process improvements
• Experience with general accounting and/or actuarial concepts, including but not limited to fringe benefit programs
• Knowledge of GAAP, ERISA and CAS regulations with respect to pensions and other benefits
• Proficiency with tools such as SAP, OneStream, Power Query, Power BI and Alteryx

None/Not Required

Not Required

At RTX, the world's 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. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

RTX Corporate is looking for a dynamic Principal Specialist, Benefits Finance. In this role you will be reporting to the Director, Benefits Finance.

As the Principal Specialist, Benefits Finance, you will play a critical role in the Benefits Finance department within the RTX Controllership organization. This position will be working as a hybrid in-person/remote team based in Farmington, CT. The Benefits Finance department oversees the financial accounting, reporting, funding, and forecasting aspects of the Company’s benefits offerings, including active and post-retirement medical, dental, life insurance, disability, and pension benefit programs. The department partners with a wide variety of internal partners across Finance, Human Resources and Legal at Corporate and the business units globally.

• →Developing financial forecasts and analysis of Company benefit costs related to fringe benefit programs, including pension.
• →Assist in the preparation of the Company’s and the benefit plans’ financial statement disclosures, annual filings, and submissions to the U.S. government.
• →Participate in ad hoc special projects, as needed, including but not limited to plan design analysis, process improvement initiatives, and mergers/acquisitions due diligence.
• →Work with a variety of third-party benefits vendors and internal contacts to ensure the payment of, and accounting for, benefit claims, expenses, and other financial transactions in accordance with company policies.
• →Participate in audit support activities, which may include leading calls with auditors, preparing written responses to audit inquiries, reviewing vendor SOC1 reports, and testing applicable controls, among other items.

 

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