Principal Financial Analyst
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 Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. We have a wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies. Our differentiated battle management and cyber solutions deliver timely, mission-enabling information and provide superior situational awareness and understanding to protect the U.S. and its global allies. We 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.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s 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.
Nice To Haves
- 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
Responsibilities
- 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 fast‑paced 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
Benefits
- Health Plan
- Savings Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Education Assistance
- Training and Development
- 9/80 Work Schedule
- health insurance coverage
- life and disability insurance
- Company paid holidays
- paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Principal
