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Principal Financial Analyst

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In-Office
San Diego, CA
94K-141K Annually
Senior level
In-Office
San Diego, CA
94K-141K Annually
Senior level
Performs financial planning, forecasting, variance analysis, estimate-at-completion assessments, profitability reviews, and program cost and schedule monitoring. Prepares monthly and quarterly reports, budgets, operating plans, and strategic plans while supporting SOX compliance. Partners with business management teams to improve financial performance, manage program financials, and meet government contracting, accounting, and reporting requirements.
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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

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 Principal Financial Analyst to join us in the pursuit of top-tier financial performance. This position will be located in San Diego, CA.

Note: This position requires the ability to work on-site weekly in San Diego with a hybrid telework schedule.

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

  • Performs performance measurement baseline (PMB) monitoring and analyzing the Estimate to Complete (ETC), Estimate at Complete (EAC), significant variances, risk management reserve (MR), and financial reserve (FR), and preparing of internal and external status reports

  • Performs EAC assessments of subcontracts and general procurement material

  • Performs analyses and prepares reports to ensure program contracts are within negotiated, agreed-upon parameters, government cost control guidelines, and accounting guidelines

  • Participates in the control of costs and schedules through cost schedule control system

  • Performs quarterly profitability assessments

  • Supports Monthly/Quarterly Financial Reporting and Planning processes

  • Prepares monthly Indicated Final (IF)

  • Supports management of program area financials, including financial and cost forecasting, reporting and analysis, estimate at completion analysis

  • Supports development of consolidated program Long Range Strategic Plans (LRSP) and Annual Operating Plans

  • Executes and supports Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance and documentation

  • 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

  • Prepares monthly resources (NCTA) budgets and actual tracking

  • Supports initiatives and ad hoc requests from Division, Sector, and Corporate leadership

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree with 5 years of experience in business administration, finance, accounting, financial analysis, and/or industry related fields OR Master's degree with 3 years of experience in business administration, finance, accounting, financial analysis, and/or industry related fields.

  • Experience with the Annual Operating Plan and Long Range Strategic Plan processes.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint). 

  • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain U.S. Government Secret Clearance 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.

 

Preferred Qualifications: 

  • Expertise in financial analysis 

  • Demonstrated ability to effectively manage multiple activities concurrently, able to quickly adapt to multiple demands, shifting priorities, and rapid changes. 

  • Knowledge of EVMS/FAR/DFARS 

We offer phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly collaborative workplace. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do. Does this sound like you?

At Northrop Grumman, we are innovating-- building the next generation of sophisticated aircraft to protect our country. Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career. We are well-known for our inclusive, family environment, as well as our excellent work/life balance. We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, a 9/80 schedule, and a great 401K matching program.

Primary Level Salary Range: $94,200.00 - $141,200.00

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.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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