Principal Financial Analyst

Northrop Grumman; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 81,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

9/80 schedule

401K matching

Health insurance

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems in Melbourne, FL is seeking a Principal Financial Analyst to drive top-tier financial performance for the Strategic C3 Business Unit. The role is on site in Melbourne, FL and requires a self-motivated professional in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include monthly/quarterly reporting, forecasting, long-range planning, and supporting SOX compliance. Preferred candidates hold advanced degrees and have experience with SAP and Cognos software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in finance, accounting, business or related field.
• Experience with traditional financial metrics (Awards, Acquisitions, Sales, Operating Margin, ROS, Cash).
• Ability to obtain and maintain U.S. Government Secret Clearance.
• Proficiency with SAP and IBM Cognos software.
• MS Office suite proficiency (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Supports monthly/quarterly financial reporting and planning, including forecasting and working capital analysis.
• Supports EAC/profitability reporting with program and management teams.
• Develops long-range strategic plans and annual operating plans for programs.
• Helps develop strategies to improve financial performance based on metrics.

Skills

Financial analysis

Forecasting

Budgeting

Variance analysis

SOX compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business/finance/accounting

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

SAP

IBM Cognos

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be 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.

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.

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• 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

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of experience in business administration, finance, accounting, financial analysis, and/or industry related field ORMaster’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 withSAP and IBM Cognos software
• Proficiencyin Microsoft Office Suite (Excel,WordandPowerPoint)

PreferredQualifications:

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business-relateddiscipline
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft OfficeSuite
• Expertiseinfinancialanalysis
• Awareness of EVM tools like Cobra
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills; ability to make recommendations and provide guidance to effectively drive projects tocompletion.
• Knowledge ofEVMS/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

Primary Level Salary Range: $81,400.00 - $122,000.00

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.