Principal/Sr. Principal Program Cost Control Analyst

Northrop Grumman; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 94,000 - 176,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Job summary

Northrop Grumman in Northridge, CA seeks a Senior Cost Control Analyst to drive data-driven program performance through Earned Value Management and robust financial analytics.

The role emphasizes collaboration with engineering, operations, and accounting teams, owning cost control, estimating, and reporting on complex defense programs in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 9 years of related experience in lieu of degree; Bachelor’s degree with 5 years’ experience or a Master’s degree with 4 years experience in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
• Strong PC skills; proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including Excel
• Ability to work in a team with technical SMEs and business operations personnel
• Experience managing multiple projects with demanding deadlines
• Independent and proactive work style; strong time management and organization
• Onsite work in Northridge, CA

Responsibilities

• Perform Earned Value Metric (EVM) tasks including WBS development, budget baseline, cost risk analysis, and visibility reports
• Forecast program financial metrics (Orders, Sales, OM, Cash Flow) for booked and potential programs; track billings and cash collections
• Generate weekly, monthly, and quarterly reviews; assist with monthly financial close deliverables
• Set up cost control system; monitor costs and schedules on contracts with validated cost/schedule control
• Support audits, prepare program financial reports, and provide negotiation support
• Maintain project setup in Costpoint and Cobra; manage cost incurrence, material tracking, and labor spending
• Prepare and submit Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs)
• Support cost estimate development, customer proposals, and negotiations

Skills

MS Excel

Team collaboration

Independent work

Project management

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s in Accounting/Finance/Business Admin

Tools

Deltek Costpoint

Cobra

IBM Cognos

MS Project

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

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.

Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. From global defense to sustainment and modernization to mission readiness, your experience and ability will make it a reality. Our programs are built on equal parts of curiosity and collaboration. Our combined effort means our customers can connect and defend millions of people around the world. With Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future.

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems (NGDS) Sector is seeking a Principal Program Cost Control Analyst (level 3) or Sr Program Cost Control Analyst (Level 4) to join us in the pursuit of top-tier financial performance within the Advanced Weapons Systems Operating Unit (OU). The positions are based out of based out of Northridge, CA and will report to the Business Manager over the Stand-in-Attack Weapon program.

There is no telework option for this position; it will be located in Northridge, CA.

This role will be responsible for implementing data driven analytics into effective program performance outcomes. Candidates for this position will demonstrate a broad skill set that is balanced across financial management, leadership, collaboration, innovation, communication, project management, risk/opportunity management, business acumen, and proposal-based capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform Earned Value Metric (EVM) tasks including Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)development, budget baseline, cost risk analysis/ assessment and visibility reports, development and analysis of estimates to complete; Prepare, review, and analyze program performance measurement and cost variances.
• Accurately forecast program financial metrics including Orders, Sales, OM and Cash Flow for both booked and potential programs, Track and manage program billings and cash collections
• Generate and support weekly, monthly and quarterly reviews and audits consisting of operations, planning, program management and EACs, Assist with monthly and quarterly financial close deliverables
• Set up cost control system, monitor and control costs and schedules on contracts requiring validated cost schedule control system
• Support audits and reviews requested by programs, customers, and company management, fact-finding and negotiation support
• Maintain project setup in Costpoint and Cobra as needed
• Performs analyses and prepares program financial reports for internal and external customers relative to program cost incurrence, material tracking, and labor spending.
• Performs analyses and prepares reports to ensure program contracts are within negotiated, agreed-upon parameters, government cost control guidelines, and accounting guidelines
• Prepare and submit timely and accurate Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs)
• Provide administrative/ad hoc support to team
• Supports program cost estimate development, customer proposals, and negotiation.

Basic Qualifications Level 3

• Must have 9 years of related experience in lieu of degree; Bachelor’s degree with 5 years’ experience or a Master’s degree with 4 years experience within in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
• Strong PC skills and proficient knowledge with Microsoft Office Suite, including MS Excel.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment with technical subject matter experts and business operations personnel.
• Demonstrated experience in working independently and being proactive
• Experience managing multiple projects with demanding deadlines
• Demonstrated critical thinking and analytical skills, while maintaining attention to detail and effective time management/organization
• Must be able to work onsite in Northridge, CA

Basic Qualifications Level 4

• Must have 12 years of related experience in lieu of degree; Bachelor’s degree with 8 years’ experience or a Master’s degree with 6 years experience within in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
• Strong PC skills and proficient knowledge with Microsoft Office Suite, including MS Excel.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment with technical subject matter experts and business operations personnel.
• Demonstrated experience in working independently and being proactive
• Experience managing multiple projects with demanding deadlines
• Demonstrated critical thinking and analytical skills, while maintaining attention to detail and effective time management/organization
• Must be able to work onsite in Northridge, CA

Preferred Qualifications

• Active DoD security clearance.
• Aerospace & Defense Finance and experience
• Experience with multiple contract types (Cost Plus Fixed Fees/Cost Plus Incentive Fees, Cost Plus Award Fees, Firm Fixed Price/Firm Price Incentive Fee) desired
• Familiarity with: Deltek Costpoint, IBM Cognos, Cobra, MS Project, Power BI, Tableau
• Knowledge of and familiarity with Earned Value Management principles
• Understanding of the RFP / proposal process
• Experience with FAR/DFARS
• Experience with Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

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

Secondary Level Salary Range: $117,500.00 - $176,300.00

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.