Principal/ Sr Principal Financial Planning Analyst

Northrop Grumman Corp. (AU); Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 91,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering firm as a Principal Financial Planning Analyst, where you will play a crucial role in financial performance analysis and strategic planning. This position offers the chance to engage with diverse teams, utilize advanced financial tools, and contribute to transformative projects that shape the future. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, this role not only challenges your analytical skills but also provides a platform for professional growth in a dynamic environment. If you are a proactive individual with a passion for finance and a desire to make a significant impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 9+ years of accounting/finance experience or 5+ years with a Bachelor's degree.
• Strong analytical and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Perform variance analysis and identify key drivers of financial performance.
• Support sector forecast and planning processes.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Multi-tasking

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance

Master’s Degree in Accounting or Finance

PhD in Accounting or Finance

Tools

MS Office Suite

SAP S4

Cognos IBM Planning Analytics

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Requisition ID: R10184212

• Category: Business Management

• Location: McLean, Virginia, United States of America

• Clearance Type: Secret

• Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position

• Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)

• Travel Required: No

• Positions Available: 1

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.

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems sector (NGDS) is seeking a Principal Financial Planning/ Sr Principal Financial Planning Analyst to join our growing team of diverse professionals at our sector headquarters in McLean, Virginia. This position will be a part of the Defense Systems Financial Planning & Analysis team.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Perform variance analysis and identify key drivers of financial performance

• Support sector forecast and planning (AOP/LRSP) processes

• Prepare sensitivities analysis to evaluate risks and opportunities

• Provide analysis and insights to support executive reporting and decision-making

• Participate in process improvement initiatives/Digital Transformation

• Interact with personnel and management at all levels

• Other ad hoc duties and projects as assigned

Basic Qualifications

• Well-organized, schedule-driven, and ability to multi-task to meet tight deadlines

• Strong analytical skills to support variance reporting and quick turn ad hoc analysis for leadership

• Proficiency with MS Office Suite, specifically Excel, Word and PowerPoint

• Demonstrated ability to work independently, requiring minimal guidance and support

• Ability to work on-site in McLean, Virginia

Qualifications for a Principal Financial Planning Analyst (Level 3):

• High school diploma or GED with a minimum of 9 years of accounting or finance experience

• Will also consider:

• Bachelor’s degree in an Accounting or Finance discipline with a minimum of 5 years of accounting or finance experience

• Master’s degree in an Accounting or Finance discipline with a minimum of 3 years of accounting or finance experience

• PHD in Accounting or Finance discipline with a minimum of 1 year of experience

Qualifications for a Sr Principal Financial Planning Analyst (Level 4):

• High school diploma or GED with a minimum of 12 years of accounting or finance experience

• Will also consider:

• Bachelor’s degree in an Accounting or Finance discipline with a minimum of 8 years of accounting or finance experience

• Master’s degree in an Accounting or Finance discipline with a minimum of 6 years of accounting or finance experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Program Control Analyst experience is a plus

• Experience with financial forecasting/budgeting and variance analysis

• Experience with financial planning/reporting tools (SAP S4 and Cognos IBM planning analytics)

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills

• Prior experience and success interfacing with multiple functions and varying levels of stakeholders

• Aerospace/Defense industry experience

• Experience with business intelligence tools (Power BI, Tableau)

Salary Range: $91,200 - $136,800

Salary Range 2: $113,500 - $170,300

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.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.