Northrop Grumman

Principal or Sr. Principal Financial Analyst

Northrop Grumman$81K — $152K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree with 5 years of relevant experience, or master's with 3 years, or PhD with 1 year in Finance, Accounting, or Business-related fields (Level 3)
  • Bachelor's degree with 8 years of relevant experience, or master's with 6 years, or PhD with 4 years in Finance, Accounting, or Business-related fields (Level 4)
  • Experience with SAP and IBM Cognos software, COBRA required
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Expertise in financial analysis
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance

Responsibilities

  • Manage program financials including forecasting and analysis
  • Prepare weekly/monthly analytical reports for cost variance analysis
  • Support development of Long Range Strategic Plan and Annual Operating Plan
  • Collaborate to improve financial performance strategies
  • Develop and present financial briefings to leadership
  • Ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements

Benefits

  • Relocation assistance may be available
  • Eligibility for overtime and discretionary bonuses
  • Annual bonuses based on personal contributions and company performance
  • Various health insurance options
  • Life and disability insurance coverage
  • Savings plan
  • Company paid holidays and PTO for personal time
Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

Please note that this opportunity is contingent on program funding. Start dates are determined after funding confirmation.

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking a Principal Financial Analyst (Level 3) or Sr. Principal Financial Analyst (Level 4) to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located on site daily in Melbourne, FL.

Essential Functions: 

  • Management of program financials, including: monthly financial and cost forecasting, reporting and analysis, profitability analysis, and working capital analysis (accounts receivable forecasting, treasury forecasting, unbilled analysis, and aged receivables analysis) 

  • Possess the ability to prepare and provide weekly/monthly analytical reports to support cost variance/trend analysis 

  • Support the development of the consolidated Long Range Strategic Plan and Annual Operating Plan 

  • Work cross functionally to develop strategies to improve financial performance based on metrics 

  • Support the development of presentations for, and brief to leadership 

  • Support Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance requirements

Basic Qualifications Level 3:

  • Must either have a bachelor's degree with 5 years of Finance, Accounting, and/or Business-related experience, or a master’s degree with 3 years of Finance, Accounting, and/or Business-related experience or a PhD with 1 year of Finance, Accounting, and/or Business-related experience

  • Must have any experience with SAP, IBM Cognos software, COBRA 

  • Must have advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite 

  • Must be an expertise in financial analysis 

  • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs

Basic Qualifications Level 4:

  • Must either have a bachelor's degree with 8 years of Finance, Accounting, and/or Business-related experience, or a master’s degree with 6 years of Finance, Accounting, and/or Business-related experience or a PhD with 4 years of Finance, Accounting, and/or Business related experience

  • Experience with SAP, IBM Cognos software, COBRA 

  • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite 

  • Expertise in financial analysis 

  • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs

Preferred Qualifications: 

  • Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business-related discipline

  • CPA License

  • Knowledge of EVMS/FAR/DFARS 

Primary Level Salary Range: $81,400.00 - $152,200.00

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.

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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Northrop Grumman is dedicated to your professional and personal growth. We offer unparalleled benefits, including comprehensive health coverage, generous time off, and family care resources. Additionally, we provide extensive leadership and diversity training to help you craft your career path.

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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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