Strategic Budget & Forecast Analyst (Rates)

Northrop Grumman; United States; On-site; USD 69,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance coverage

Life and disability insurance

Savings plan

Company paid holidays

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Budget Analyst (level 2) to support the Rates and Budgets team in McLean, VA. The role focuses on forecasting indirect rates, headcount, and expense metrics to drive budgeting decisions and financial visibility.

The successful candidate will produce monthly Budget Actual Variance analyses, participate in audits, and partner with budget owners to deliver accurate forecasts, with strong Excel and communication skills essential to success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or master's in a related field with required experience.
• Strong financial analysis and reporting capabilities.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintains forecasting models for indirect rates, headcount, utilization, and budgeting data.
• Prepares monthly Budget Actual Variance reports and executive summaries.
• Conducts monthly reviews with budget owners and supports forecasting tools.
• Supports audits, proposals, ad-hoc requests, and special projects as needed.
• Collaborates with internal auditors and rate segments across systems.

Skills

Excel

Financial analysis

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Business Admin

Master's degree in related field

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 focuses on forecasting indirect rates, headcount, and expense metrics to drive budgeting decisions and financial visibility.

The successful candidate will produce monthly Budget Actual Variance analyses, participate in audits, and partner with budget owners to deliver accurate forecasts, with strong Excel and communication skills essential to success.