RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No
CLEARANCE TYPE: None
TRAVEL: No
DescriptionWe are looking for you to join our team as a
Principal Financial Analyst based out of
Linthicum, MD. This is an onsite position that offers the 9/80 schedule.
What You’ll Get to Do:
This Principal Financial Analyst will support the Financial Planning & Reporting organization. The Analyst will be responsible for the consolidation and analysis of monthly financial reporting and forecasting; coordination of monthly variance analysis, consolidation and review of annual operating plans; and coordinating monthly balance sheet reviews and analysis. The Analyst will prepare and review sector deliverables and support critical financial reporting deadlines.
This position offers unique proximity to Division and Business Unit leadership.
Roles and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Conducts variance analysis throughout the year and provides recommendations to leadership for areas of strategic focus
- Provides administrative support including but not limited to preparing journal entries and intercompany cost transfers
- Interface with the program managers, functional management and business managers to provide financial support and analysis
- Fosters an environment of integrity, establishing relationships, and maintaining communication with stakeholders at all levels
- Encourages a fastpaced mindset (Acts with Speed) and seeks ways to simplify budgeting, improve data accuracy, and shorten cycle times
- Lead for cash and balance sheet activities
- Monthly/quarterly forecasting, reporting, and analysis to include Income Statement and Balance Sheet activities
- Annual Operating Plan (AOP) preparation and coordination
- Reserve tracking and analysis
- AR/DSO metrics reporting and analysis
- AR billed/unbilled reviews and status
- SOX activities
- Other ad hoc duties as assigned
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in accounting, finance or a related field with 5 years of relevant work experience -OR - a Masters degree in accounting, finance or related field with 3 years of relevant experience.
- Experience preparing financial data and performing financial analysis
- Proficiency with MS Office Suite, specifically Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Experience with SAP
- US Citizenship is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with Cognos, Tableau, Power BI and Advanced Microsoft Excel Skills
- Strong understanding of government accounting and US GAAP
- Experience successfully interface with multiple disciplines and varying levels of management
What We Can Offer You:
Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.
Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!
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Primary Level Salary Range: $89,900.00 - $134,900.00
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 candidates 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.
