Assistant Accountant

RTX; Devon and Torbay; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Private Medical Insurance

Early finish on Fridays

Modern, friendly work environment

Health & Wellbeing Cash Plan

Pension scheme 2:1 match up to 10%

Life Assurance

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Top up benefits

Professional fees/training support

Wellness programs

Employee recognition

Death in service

Job summary

RTX, a global aerospace and defence company, seeks an Assistant Accountant for the Silicon Sensing Systems Ltd joint venture in Plymouth. Reporting to the Finance Controller for Plymouth, you will join a small team within a Global Company.

The role covers accounting and analysis for the UK entity, including transaction posting, balance sheet reconciliations, and support to the finance manager. It offers exposure to a medium-sized tech business with operations in the UK, Japan and USA.

Qualifications

• University Degree or comparable qualification such as AAT.
• Qualified by experience may also be considered.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, working knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint.
• Experience working with an ERP.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the accuracy of financial transactions posted for the business.
• Provide financial support to other functions and managers as required.
• Detailed inventory analysis and valuation to ensure records are accurate.
• Work towards becoming SME for the ERP system.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Excel

PowerPoint

ERP

Education

University Degree or AAT

Tools

ERP

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-10-27

Country:

United Kingdom

Location:

Plymouth, Plymouth

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

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.

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense 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 defense.

What You Will Do

We are currently seeking to recruit an Assistant Accountant for the Silicon Sensing Systems Ltd Joint venture business, reporting to the Finance Controller for Plymouth. Silicon Sensing Systems is a 50% owned joint venture with Japanese company Sumitomo Precision Products Ltd.

The successful candidate will join a small team reporting into a Global Company

Role Overview:

We are currently searching for an Assistant Account to join the Silicon Sensing Systems Ltd team within the Mission Systems Strategic Business Unit of Collins Aerospace. This role will support the business with accurate accounting and analysis for the UK company.

In addition to this, you will also be responsible for accurately accounting of financial transactions, reconciliations of the balance sheet accounts and support to the finance manager as required.

This role offers the opportunity to cover all aspects of accounting within a medium sized technology based company operating in the Uk, Japan and USA.

Role Responsibilities:

• Ensure the accuracy of the financial transactions posted for the business.
• Provide financial support to the other functions and managers in the business as required.
• Detailed inventory analysis and valuation to ensure the records are accurate in the accounts.
• Work towards the role of Subject matter expert for the ERP system

What You Will Learn

A fantastic opportunity to work within a UK / Japan Joint Venture, learning the accounting and culture of both. There is scope to grow and develop your career with exposure and experience of all aspects of company finance, audit and taxation.

Qualifications You Must Have

This role requires a University Degree or comparable qualification such as AAT, including qualified by experience.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, working knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint
• Experience working with an ERP

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salary
• Private Medical Insurance
• Early finish on Fridays
• A modern, friendly work environment
• Health & Wellbeing Cash Plan
• Fantastic Pension Scheme which operates as a 2:1 match up to 10%
• Life Assurance
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays plus the ability to buy / sell up to 5 days each year
• Employee selectable top up benefits
• Support with professional fees and professional training
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Recognition
• Death in Service Benefit
• And so much more!

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.