Northrop Grumman

Accountant - Secret - Redondo Beach CA

Northrop Grumman$69K — $103K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or related field.
  • 2 years of relevant experience in finance or accounting.
  • Proficient in Balance Sheet review, Billings, Accounts Receivable, and Payable.
  • Strong MS Office skills, especially Excel, and familiarity with Adobe Professional.
  • Active U.S. Government DoD Secret clearance required; ability to obtain Top Secret SCI.

Responsibilities

  • Interface daily with internal customers to assess needs and provide support.
  • Plan and process check runs for vendor payments adhering to policy compliance.
  • Prepare and submit classified customer billings in line with contract terms.
  • Reconcile outstanding payables and aged receivables efficiently.
  • Monitor and report cash flows for classified contracts, assisting with banking needs.
  • Prepare and post general journal entries for financial records.
  • Support internal and external audits as required.
  • Engage in special projects to optimize team processes.

Benefits

  • Health insurance coverage.
  • Life and disability insurance.
  • Company-paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).
  • Eligibility for overtime and discretionary bonuses.
Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: NoDescription

The Financial Services Restricted Program Accounting team is looking for a motivated individual to join our team as an Accountant. This individual will serve as an integral team member in support of the Company's Accounts Receivable & Accounts Payable services for classified programs and will interact and collaborate with various internal and external stakeholders.

This position will be filled in Redondo Beach, CA. Working remotely is NOT an option.

* All candidates MUST have active Secret SCI level clearance to support classified programs and be able to obtain a Top Secret SCI.

Roles and responsibilities will include (but not be limited to) the following:
  • Interfacing with internal customers on a daily basis.
  • Plan and process check runs for sensitive vendor payments within compliance of purchase order and invoice terms and per established department policies and procedures.
  • Prepare, review, and submit classified customer billings within compliance of contract terms and conditions and per established department policies and procedures.
  • Reconciliation of outstanding payables and of aged receivables.
  • Monitors and reports incoming/outgoing cash for classified government contracts, includes providing support for banking/treasury requirements.
  • Prepare & post general journal entries.
  • Provide support for multiple types of internal & external audits.
  • Participate in special projects as needed.


Basic Qualifications:

Candidates will need to demonstrate exceptional interpersonal skills during our interview process and provide examples of how they have driven continued success by finding and communicating opportunities for efficiencies and demonstrated problem solving skills in their work experience.
  • Bachelor's degree and 2 years of relevant experience in finance, accounting or related field.
  • Professional experience in: Balance Sheet review/audit; Billings; Accounts Receivable; Accounts Payable; Cash Reporting; Contract Administration, Business Management
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite - specifically high-level Excel skills (including: the ability to insert pivot tables, Vlookup, and conditional formatting, etc.); also with Adobe Professional.
  • Must be a US Citizen with an active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance with SCI, and have the ability to obtain a Top Secret SCI


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Active Top Secret Clearance SCI
  • Experience with: SAP (ECC and/or S4)
  • Professional experience in the Aerospace & Defense industry (specifically government contracting), and within a Financial Services team.


Primary Level Salary Range: $69,000.00 - $103,400.00

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.

About Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman is a security company that provides systems, products, and solutions in aerospace, electronics, information systems, shipbuilding, and technical services to government and commercial customers. They design, develop, and build everything from aircraft and spacecraft to cyber security systems. The company is involved in a wide range of defense and technology projects, including the development of aircraft, space systems, cybersecurity solutions, and advanced electronics.

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Learn more about Northrop Grumman
Size
88,000 employees
Market Cap
$82.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1939
5 Year Trend
+7.6%
Revenue
$36.7 billion
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