Business Process Analyst - Level 1 - Redondo Beach CA

Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, Data Analytics, or a related field required.
  • Requires active Top-Secret/SCI clearance at time of application.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel with the ability to handle large datasets.

Responsibilities

  • Support recurring business and financial processes with data collection and validation.
  • Manage data flows across systems like SAP and Cobra for reporting accuracy.
  • Validate data for cost reporting and reconciliation activities in Cobra.
  • Prepare reports using Excel, Power BI, and SQL queries for stakeholders.
  • Document processes and standard operating procedures for knowledge sharing.

Benefits

  • Relocation assistance may be available.
  • Opportunity to work on high-stakes projects within the Space Sector.
  • Exposure to advanced technologies and reporting tools.
  • Comprehensive Total Rewards package to support work-life balance.
Full Job Description
Job Description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps.
Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes
CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time
Description
Expand your horizons, advance your career, and contribute to a secure future for generations. Northrop Grumman's Space Sector invites you to bring your pioneering spirit to our collaborative teams. As a Business Process Analyst - Level 1 located in Redondo Beach, CA, you'll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one. This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work.

This role supports recurring reporting cycles and ensures data accuracy; manages data inputs, outputs, and analysis across platforms such as SAP, Deltek Cobra, wInsight, Power BI, and Excel based tools; and contributes to business process improvements.

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

Support recurring business and financial processes and scheduled reporting cycles, including data collection, validation, reconciliation, and reporting, while ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met
Support data flows across systems such as SAP, Cobra, wInsight, and related reporting tools
Manage and support Cobra system processes, including updating Cobra code files, implementing and repricing rate files, and validating data used in cost reporting and reconciliation activities
Support SAP-related business processes, including the creation and maintenance of networks, WBS elements, IWOs, settlement rules, and related project or cost-structure data
Investigate data discrepancies, perform root-cause analysis, and help resolve process or system issues
Prepare recurring and ad hoc reports for business partners, program teams, and leadership using Excel, Power BI, SQL queries, or other reporting tools
Participate in testing, validation, and implementation of system updates, reporting changes, and process improvements
Document business processes, standard operating procedures, job aids, and process flows to improve consistency and knowledge sharing
Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to understand business requirements and support process enhancements
Ensure accuracy and attention to detail in handling sensitive financial and operational data
Independently manage defined processes, contribute to small projects, and recommend practical improvements to reporting, reconciliation, or workflow efficiency
Other duties as assigned

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, Data Analytics, or a related field with 0 years of professional experience.
Requires an active Top-Secret or Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance at time of application
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to learn new systems, business processes, and technical tools
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; ability to work with large datasets and perform basic analysis
Preferred Qualifications:

Experience supporting Deltek Cobra administration activities, including rate file updates, code file maintenance, or related cost-system processes.
Experience working SAP to support project and cost-management processes
Ability to analyze workflows, identify gaps, and recommend process improvements
Experience working in financial, cost, or project-management environments
Familiarity with Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) principles, terminology, and related reporting processes
Experience with Power BI, SQL, VBA, Power Query, or other reporting and process automation tools

Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector? Click the link below:

https://www.northropgrumman.com/space

Working at Northrop Grumman is more than just a paycheck. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive at work and in life. For more information on our Total Rewards package, please visit our Total Rewards site.

Northrop Grumman Total Rewards

Primary Level Salary Range: $69,400.00 - $104,000.00
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.

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