Principal Financial Analyst

Northrop Grumman•Melbourne, FL

3d•$81,400 - $122,000•Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking a Principal Financial Analyst to join us in the pursuit of top-tier financial performance to the Strategic C3 Business Unit. This position is located on site in Melbourne, FL. This is a fast-paced high energy environment that requires a self-motivated employee to join the team.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree with 5 years of experience in business administration, finance, accounting, financial analysis, and/or industry related field OR Master's degree with 3 years of experience in business administration, finance, accounting, financial analysis, and/or industry related field.
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.
Candidates will have experience with financial analysis of traditional financial metrics (Awards, Acquisitions, Sales, Operating Margin, ROS%, and/or Cash).
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
Awareness of EVM tools like Cobra
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

Supports Monthly/Quarterly Financial Reporting and Planning processes, including financial forecasting and sensitivity collection, reporting and analysis and working capital analysis (accounts receivable forecasting, unbilled analysis, and aged receivables analysis) as well as review, analysis, and management of invoicing and collections.
Supports the preparation of the Financial EAC/profitability reporting process with partnership with the integrated program and business management and cost management teams
Supports development of consolidated program Long Range Strategic Plans (LRSP) and Annual Operating Plans.
Works with the business management teams to develop strategies to improve financial performance based on metrics and to support the management & reporting requirements for the program.
Support the development of presentations for, and occasionally brief to various levels of leadership
Supports initiatives and ad hoc requests from various levels of leadership
Support Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance and documentation.
Support with other tasking or requirements as needed across the financial portfolio