Senior Financial Accountant in Kilkeel

Date Posted: 2026-09-03

Country: United Kingdom

Location: Kilkeel, Newry, Mourne and Down

Position Role Type: Hybrid

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defence 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 defence 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 defence.

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defence 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 defence 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 defence.

We are seeking to recruit a Senior Financial Accountant to join our team. This is a hybrid* role based in Kilkeel, requiring a minimum of 3 days per week onsite.

What You Will Do :

Reporting to the Senior Finance Manager this is a key role within the finance function incorporating responsibility for local (UK) government, statutory & tax reporting. They will act as the primary point of contact for both internal and external audit teams, along with our outsourced AP/AR teams. They will also have responsibility for the UK treasury function.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparation of statutory accounts for UK entities under UK GAAP
• Preparation of tax data to external auditors
• Manage the treasury function for the UK including the preparation of multi-currency cash forecasts and hedging activities
• Co-ordinate all site audits with both internal and external auditors
• Manage and review our controls, working with both finance and non-finance teams, to ensure compliance
• Complete monthly, quarterly and annual government returns including VAT returns
• Provide coaching and support for other members of the finance team, particularly those who provide financial accounting data & reports
• Complete the month end process for general accounting
• Perform other related duties as required

The Person:

• Collaborates - building partnerships and working together with others for the greater good.
• Communicates Effectively - developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Courage - stepping up to address difficult issues, saying what needs to be said.
• Customer Focus - building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
• Develops Talent - taking an active role in the growth of yourself and others to meet both career and organisational goals.
• Drives Results - consistently achieves results, even under tough circumstances and empowers others to do the same.
• Instils Trust - gaining the confidence of others through integrity, credibility, and authenticity.
• Strategic Vision - seeing ahead to future possibilities and translating them into breakthrough strategies.

Essential Criteria:

• Qualified accountant (e.g. ACCA / CIMA / ACA)
• Minimum 5 years related / progressive experience in a finance related role
• Proficiency in all MS Office applications with advanced knowledge of MS Excel
• Substantial experience of UK statutory accounting, reporting and compliance requirements, with the ability to identify and resolve complex accounting issues.

Desirable Criteria:

• Working knowledge of SAP
• UK Tax experience
• Investment appraisal experience
• Power BI experience
• Previous experience in a UK audit practice, with a strong understanding of audit methodology and statutory financial statement preparation and review

Benefits:

• 25 days Annual Leave & 9 Public Holidays
• Attractive Compensation Package
• Early finish Fridays
• Hybrid Work Options
• Professional Development + Growth
• Support with professional fees
• EAP (Employee Assistance Programme)
• Healthcare benefits (including healthcare cash plan)
• Staff Discounts
• Work/Life Balance
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Recognition
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Free onsite parking
• Death in Service Benefit
• Generous Employer Contribution Pension Scheme
• Opportunities for progression and development

RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.