Strategic Financial Analyst, Defense Systems

Northrop Grumman; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 94,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life and disability insurance

Savings plan

Company paid holidays

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems Sector is seeking a Principal Financial Analyst to support monthly and quarterly financial close, consolidate financial statements, and maintain month-end reporting packages. The role includes analytics, audit support, and SOX compliance, with duties spanning the preparation of year-end packages and special project reporting.

Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field with 5+ years, or a master’s with 3+ years, and a strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field with 5+ years of experience or Master’s with 3+ years; 9 years in lieu of degree.
• Experience with financial statements and GAAP
• Must be able to work onsite in McLean, VA
• Public accounting experience is a plus

Responsibilities

• Assist with the sector monthly and quarterly financial close deliverables
• Coordinate and consolidate financial statements
• Maintain month-end closing documentation
• Assist with preparation of year-end financial reporting packages and tax packages
• Prepare financial statement analytics and other quarterly management reports
• Provide audit support related to SOX, internal, and external audits
• Support Financial Reporting SOX compliance and maintain evidence of control operation
• Provide financial reporting support for special projects

Skills

Financial analysis

GAAP knowledge

Audit support

SOX compliance

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field

Master’s degree in related field

9 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree

Tools

SAP

Hyperion Financial Management

Job description

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems Sector is seeking a Principal Financial Analyst to support monthly and quarterly financial close, consolidate financial statements, and maintain month-end reporting packages. The role includes analytics, audit support, and SOX compliance, with duties spanning the preparation of year-end packages and special project reporting.

Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field with 5+ years, or a master’s with 3+ years, and a strong