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# Principal Specialist, Benefits Finance

- **Company:** RTX
- **Location:** Farmington, CT, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $86,800.0 - $165,200.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, Power BI, OneStream, SAP (Applications), Powerquery, Alteryx
- **Published:** October 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://globalhr.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/REC_RTX_Ext_Gateway/job/US-CT-FARMINGTON-0004--4-Farm-Springs-Rd--4-FARM-SPRINGS/Principal-Specialist--Benefits-Finance_01881353-1

## About the Role

* 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

Qualifications We Prefer:

 * 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

## Description

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.

What You Will Do:

 * 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.