Principal Financial Analyst

Principal Financial Analyst

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 Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. We have a wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies. Our differentiated battle management and cyber solutions deliver timely, mission-enabling information and provide superior situational awareness and understanding to protect the U.S. and its global allies.

We are looking for you to join our team as a Principal Financial Analyst based out of Linthicum, MD. This is an onsite position that offers the 9/80 schedule.

What You'll Get to Do:

This Principal Financial Analyst will support the Financial Planning & Reporting organization. The Analyst will be responsible for the consolidation and analysis of monthly financial reporting and forecasting; coordination of monthly variance analysis, consolidation and review of annual operating plans; and coordinating monthly balance sheet reviews and analysis. The Analyst will prepare and review sector deliverables and support critical financial reporting deadlines.

This position offers unique proximity to Division and Business Unit leadership.

Roles and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Conducts variance analysis throughout the year and provides recommendations to leadership for areas of strategic focus
• Provides administrative support including but not limited to preparing journal entries and intercompany cost transfers
• Interface with the program managers, functional management and business managers to provide financial support and analysis
• Fosters an environment of integrity, establishing relationships, and maintaining communication with stakeholders at all levels
• Encourages a fast‑paced mindset (Acts with Speed) and seeks ways to simplify budgeting, improve data accuracy, and shorten cycle times
• Lead for cash and balance sheet activities
• Monthly/quarterly forecasting, reporting, and analysis to include Income Statement and Balance Sheet activities
• Annual Operating Plan (AOP) preparation and coordination
• Reserve tracking and analysis
• AR/DSO metrics reporting and analysis
• AR billed/unbilled reviews and status
• SOX activities
• Other ad hoc duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or a related field with 5 years of relevant work experience -OR - a Masters degree in accounting, finance or related field with 3 years of relevant experience.
• Experience preparing financial data and performing financial analysis
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite, specifically Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Experience with SAP
• US Citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Cognos, Tableau, Power BI and Advanced Microsoft Excel Skills
• Strong understanding of government accounting and US GAAP
• Experience successfully interface with multiple disciplines and varying levels of management

What We Can Offer You:

Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.

Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!