RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: None TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time What You’ll Get to Do: This Principal Financial Analyst will support the Communications and Networks Solutions Business Unit as part of the Navigation, Intelligence & Connectivity Division. This professional will be responsible forthe consolidation and analysis of monthly financial reporting and forecasting; providing guidance on EAC and revenue recognition policies/procedures; coordination of monthly variance analysis, consolidation and review of annual operating plans; and coordinating monthly unbilled AR reviews. This role offers unique visibility and proximity to BU and Division leadership. Roles and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: • Conducts variance analysis throughout the year and provides recommendations to BU leadership for areas of strategic focus • Ensures planned and actual overhead expenditures meet the financial goals and objectives of the organization while also complying with corporate guidance and federal regulations • Provides administrative support including but not limited to processing journal entries, intercompany cost transfers, and accounts payable support. • Interface with the program managers, functional management and business managers to provide financial support and analysis to meet the Business Units profitability goals • Fosters an environment of integrity, establishing relationships, and maintaining communication with stakeholders at all levels • Encourages a fast‑paced mindset (Acts with Speed) and seeks ways to simplify budgeting, improve data accuracy, and shorten cycle times. • Division 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/DSR metrics reporting and analysis • AR billed/unbilled reviews and status • Various month-end entries related to NCR, RWA reclass, forward loss/reserve entries, etc. • CQ2 reporting • SOX activities • Support to quarterly EAC reviews/process as well as PPA processing • Other ad hoc duties as assigned Basic Qualifications • Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field with 5 years of related experience, or Master’s Degree as described with 3 years of related professional experience • Will consider 9 years of applied experience in lieu of degree requirement. • Experience preparing financial data and performing financial analysis • Strong understanding of government accounting • Proficiency with MS Office Suite, specifically Excel, Word, and PowerPoint • Experience with SAP • The willingness and ability to travel domestically 10% of the time. • US Citizenship is required. Preferred Qualifications: • Experience with Hyperion Planning, HFM, Access databases • Experience with Cognos • Experience with Tableau, Power BI and Advanced Microsoft Excel Skills • Ability to interface with multiple disciplines and varying levels of management • Experience with Aerospace & Defense rates and budgets. • Strong understanding of government accounting 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! MSBSMG 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.