Defense Budget Analyst – Rates & Forecasting

Northrop Grumman; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Budget Analyst (level 2) to support the Rates and Budgets team in McLean, VA. The role involves forecasting indirect rates, preparing variance analyses, and coordinating with budget owners.

Strong Excel, analytical, and communication skills are essential. The position requires a bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting or related field with 2 years of experience, or a master’s degree with 0 years, or 6 years of experience in lieu of a degree.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 2 years of relevant experience or master’s degree with 0 years; or 6 years of experience in lieu of degree.
• High proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.
• Financial analysis and reporting experience.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Willingness to travel up to 10%.

Responsibilities

• Maintains forecasting models supporting indirect rates and budgeting data.
• Prepares monthly Budget Actual Variance reports and management summaries.
• Conducts monthly reviews with budget owners and inputs into forecasting tools.
• Supports audits, proposals, and ad-hoc requests as needed.
• Assists with rate segments in audits by internal and external auditors (DCMA/DCAA).

Skills

Financial analysis

Analytical skills

Oral & written communication

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting/Business

Master’s degree in related field

6 years of work experience in lieu of degree

Tools

SAP

COGNOS Analytics

Job description

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Budget Analyst (level 2) to support the Rates and Budgets team in McLean, VA. The role involves forecasting indirect rates, preparing variance analyses, and coordinating with budget owners.

Strong Excel, analytical, and communication skills are essential. The position requires a bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting or related field with 2 years of experience, or a master’s degree with 0 years, or 6 years of experience in lieu of a degree.