Accountant

Northrop Grumman; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Savings plan

Paid holidays

PTO

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Aerospace System (NGAS) seeks an Accountant in Melbourne, FL to support the Business Management Organization on-site. You will prepare, review and submit government and commercial billings, monitor receivables, and analyze financial data to ensure timely cash collection and accurate reporting.

The role requires a Bachelor's in accounting or related field (or a Master’s) with experience, Excel proficiency, and the ability to obtain a US government security clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, business administration, or related field with 2 years of accounting experience or a Master’s degree in accounting or finance.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and SAP or similar financial systems.
• Ability to work on site in Melbourne, FL and obtain a US government security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, reviews, and submits customer billings.
• Applies accounting principles to compile and analyze financial information for Government and Commercial billings.
• Maintains and oversees collection of aged billed receivables.
• Monitors miscellaneous accounts receivable reporting and resolution of payment issues.
• Performs analysis of unbilled balances.
• Supports monthly cash collection and forecasting goals.
• Interfaces with internal and external customers.
• Supports banking and treasury requirements.
• Completes special projects as needed.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

On-site work

Ability to obtain security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Master's degree in accounting or finance

Tools

SAP

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

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.

Job Description

Northrop Grumman Aerospace System (NGAS) a Accountant in Melbourne, FL facilities to support the Business Management Organization. This position will work on-site.

Essential Functions

• Prepares, reviews, and submits customer billings
• Applies principles of accounting to compile and analyze financial information to prepare Government and Commercial billings (Cost Type, Time and Material, Firm Fixed Price Progress Payments, Milestones, and Performance Based Payments) and perform detailed analysis of billings, collections in support of NGAS Business Sector contracts
• Maintains and oversees collection of aged billed receivables
• Monitors miscellaneous accounts receivable reporting and resolution of payment issues
• Perform analysis of unbilled balances
• Support monthly cash collection and forecasting goals
• Interface with internal and external customers
• Supports banking and treasury requirements
• Support DCAA incurred costs and billing audits
• Complete special projects as needed

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, business administration, or related field with 2 years of accounting experience OR a Master’s degree in accounting or finance with stated experience
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Ability to work on site in Melbourne, FL.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government security clearance
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting
• Government contracting experience
• Familiarity with GAAP, FAR, CAS, IFRS
• Exposure to financial reporting systems, particularly SAP

Primary Level Salary Range: $59,600.00 - $89,400.00

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.