CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes
CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time
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Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems (NGAS) is seeking a qualified Principal Financial Analyst to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located on-site in San Diego, CA or Palmdale, CA supporting the Air Dominance Division.
Note: Due to the classified nature of the work being performed, this position does not offer any virtual or telecommute working options.
Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
Supports Monthly/Quarterly Financial Reporting and Planning processes, including financial and cost forecasting, reporting and analysis, and profitability analysis.
Supports development of consolidated program Long Range Strategic Plans (LRSP) and Annual Operating Plans.
Works with the business management teams to develop strategies to improve financial performance based on metrics and to support the management & reporting requirements for the program.
Support the management of program financials, including financial and cost forecasting, reporting and analysis, profitability analysis, and working capital analysis (accounts receivable forecasting, unbilled analysis, and aged receivables analysis).
Supports review, analysis, and management of invoicing and collections.
Support Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance and documentation.
Coordinate with the functional business management teams to develop strategies to improve financial performance based on metrics.
Support the development of presentations for, and occasionally brief to, Program, Division, Sector, and Corporate leadership.
Supports initiatives and ad hoc requests from Program, Division, Sector, and Corporate leadership.
Interface with business, program, and corporate personnel.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree with 5 years of experience in business administration, finance, accounting, financial analysis, and/or industry related field OR Master's degree with 3 years of experience in business administration, finance, accounting, financial analysis, and/or industry related field.
Must have an active U.S. Government Secret Clearance or higher (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation).
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Program Access within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business needs.
Must have experience with Microsoft Office.
Must have data and/or financial analysis experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
Prior experience with Northrop Grumman financial planning, reporting and analysis.
Experience with IBM Cognos and Planning Analytics.
Experience with the Annual Operating Plan and Long-Range Strategic Plan processes.
Excel experience including Macros, MS Excel (e.g., INDEXMATCH, Pivot tables), and PowerPoint experience.
Understanding of US Government procurement and contracting, Cost Accounting Standards, and FAR.
Active DOD Top Secret clearance with completed investigation in the last 6 years.
We offer phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly collaborative workplace. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do. Does this sound like you?
At Northrop Grumman, we are innovating-- building the next generation of sophisticated aircraft to protect our country. Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career. We are well-known for our inclusive, family environment, as well as our excellent work/life balance. We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, a 9/80 schedule, and a great 401K matching program.
Primary Level Salary Range: $94,200.00 - $141,200.00
The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.
Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.
Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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