Financial Analyst

Northrop Grumman•El Segundo, CA

7d•$75,800 - $113,800•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. Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking a Financial Analyst to join us in the pursuit of top-tier financial performance to the Budgets, Rates, and Overhead Management team. This position is located on site in El Segundo, CA. This is a fast-paced high energy environment that requires a self-motivated employee to join the team.

Requirements

Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or related fields
US Citizenship is required
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain U.S. Government Secret Clearance within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business needs
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Program Access within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business needs
Experience with SAP and IBM Cognos software
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word and PowerPoint)

Nice To Haves

Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business-related discipline
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
Expertise in financial analysis
Strong problem solving and analytical skills; ability to make recommendations and provide guidance to effectively drive projects to completion.
Knowledge of EVMS/FAR/DFARS

Responsibilities

Support of the development of AS indirect rates through modeling, innovation, an execution of cost accounting methodologies
Provide monthly review and analysis of the actual rates and cost incurred versus forecasts and provide variance explanations to the leadership team
Provide reports and financial forecasting support for Budgets, Rates, and Overhead Management
Coordination with sector compliance and rate departments to ensure consistent approach and messaging to government counterparts
Pull data from financial systems to support audit requests, monthly financial reports, fact-finding, and negotiation discussions related to the Forward Pricing Rate Proposal (FPRP) and other Sector audits
Interface with accounting and corporate office to provide monthly assessments
Support all activities related to Budgets, Rates, and Overhead Management