Principal Financial Analyst

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems Sector is seeking a Principal Financial Analyst.
This position will report to the NGDS Sector Rates Manager and perform financial analyst activities for our Defense Systems Sector. This high impact role will work closely with sector and division business management teams. The position sits onsite in McLean, VA.
Position responsibilities and duties include:

Assisting with the sector monthly and quarterly financial close deliverables; maintaining month-end closing documentation
Participating in Forward Pricing Rate Proposal (FPRP) development, packaging, Provisional Billing Rate (PBR) requests, and drafting responses to Requests for Information (RFI)
Ownership of shared segment pool-base-rate build up, as well as analyzing YTD rate variances, forecast position, and risks/opportunities in collaboration with divisions
Ownership of NGDS Common Fringe pool-base-rate build up, as well as analyzing YTD rate variances, forecast position, and risks/opportunities
Ensuring compliance with applicable NGDS Sector PrOP (Principles and Operating Practices) and incorporation of the relevant NGDS segment Disclosure Statement of Changes during planning cycles
Wrap Rates dashboard maintenance
Principal Financial Analyst:
Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field, with a minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience or a Master's degree and 3 years of relevant experience
Must be able to work onsite in McLean, Virginia
Proficiency in SAP/S4 & Microsoft Office, as well as NGRB (Northrop Grumman Rates/Budgets) and/or NGFP (Northrop Grumman Financial Planning) (IBM Cognos-based tools)

Possess an analytical nature; makes recommendations based on acquired data and cumulative experience
Preferred Qualifications:

Prior experience in the aerospace and defense industry
Self-motivated, yet functions well in a team environment
Detail and results oriented; ability to deliver accurate results under time sensitive conditions
Excellent organizational and prioritization skills
Understanding of government rates lifecycles and dependencies
Familiarity with Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) and Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)
Primary Level Salary Range: $0.00 - $0.00The 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.

Client-provided location(s): McLean, VA

Job ID: NorthropGrumman-R10206743

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2025-09-10T20:15:37