Financial Analyst/ Principal Financial Analyst

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: 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 is seeking a Principal Financial Analyst to support the division financial planning/reporting manager in the Weapons Systems Division. This position reports to the Division Financial Planning Manager and serves a key analyst role for the division. The preferred location is located in McLean, Virginia (may consider other key Defense System sites).
Roles and responsibilities of the Principal Financial Analyst include, but are not limited to, the following:

Financial planning, reporting, and analysis
Annual Operating Plan (AOP) duties
Ensure Revenue Recognition (C-901) population completeness as well as perform division reviews
Element of Cost and Headcount forecasting
Review of intercompany and subk suspense for monthly reporting
SOX activities
Mentoring and training interns and college hires
Other ad hoc assignments as required
Strong excel skills
The candidate should be well organized, schedule-driven, and have the ability to multi-task while meeting tight deadlines. This position also requires excellent communication skills, as frequent interaction with senior Division, Sector, and BU/OU finance leadership teams as well as other support staff functions is necessary. We are looking for a highly motivated team player to join our dynamic, fast-paced financial planning and reporting organization.
Basic Qualifications:
Financial Analyst:

Must have a high school diploma or GED with a minimum of 6 years of direct experience preparing financial data and performing analysis.
Will also consider:
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field with 2 years of professional experience
Master's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field with 0 years of related professional experience

Proficiency with MS Office Suite, specifically strong Excel, Word, and PowerPoint skills
Must be able to work onsite
Principal Financial Analyst:

Must have a high school diploma or GED with a minimum of 9 years of direct experience preparing financial data and performing analysis.
Will also consider:
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field with 5 years of professional experience
Master's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field with 3 years of related professional experience

Proficiency with MS Office Suite, specifically strong Excel, Word, and PowerPoint skills
Must be able to work onsite
Preferred Qualifications:

Experience preparing and presenting complex financial analysis to varying levels of management
Experience with Hyperion Planning, HFM, Access databases, and intermediate/advanced Excel skills
Experience with variance reporting using the following reporting tools (or similar):
SAP
Business Warehouse (BW)
* Precision/Cognos

Primary Level Salary Range: $63,800.00 - $110,900.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $78,700.00 - $136,800.00The 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.