Financial Analyst - Level 5

Northrop Grumman•Chandler, AZ

4d•$126,400 - $189,600•Onsite

About The Position

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. 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 Financial Analyst – Level 5 located in Chandler, AZ, 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. Our Financial Analyst will play a pivotal role in key financial activities, including monthly consolidations, variance analyses, forecast updates, and development of the Long-Range Strategic Plan (LRSP. You will leverage advanced tools (e.g., Costpoint, Excel, PowerPoint) while collaborating with stakeholders across Launch Systems (LS), the Launch and Exploration Division (LED), and Space Sector Operations and Business Management. You will also identify improvement opportunities, address gaps in financial systems or models, and support standardized processes by presenting clear financial insights and recommendations to management. This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Management or Finance, with 12 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree in Business Management or Finance, with 10 years of professional experience – OR – PhD with 8 years of professional experience
No clearance required to start
Experience with MS Office Suite, specifically MS Excel
Experience with financial forecasting

Nice To Haves

Experience using Cognos TM1, Cognos Reports and Costpoint/SAP
Operational knowledge of manufacturing, engineering and business environments
History of involvement delivering presentations to senior management, covering both technical and operational topics
Prior experience in the aerospace and defense industry
Experience with managing and analyzing data under strict deadlines
Attention to detail and critical eye for accuracy
Leadership skills and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
Strong analysis and critical thinking skills

Responsibilities

Model and reinforce adherence to company values and ethics in all activities
Serve as the FP&A Manager’s and BU CFO’s primary support, acting as FP&A second-in-command
Lead the monthly financial forecasting process, consolidating OU/BU inputs and providing analysis and recommendations on awards, sales, operating margin, and cash
Track and analyze variances between actuals, forecasts, and the LRSP, and present forecasts, variance analysis, and insights to LS leadership
Communicate financial status, key metrics, and deliverables to leadership and customers while driving improvements to common financial processes, documentation, and forecasting methodologies
Balance multiple priorities while providing guidance, mentoring, and professional development support to junior analysts and broader FP&A team members
Other duties as assigned