Principal Payroll Analyst

Load Supplemental pay files as requested, ensuring data accuracy and compliance.
Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve errors encountered during the payroll processing to maintain operational efficiency.
Validate regression testing and coordinate error resolution, ensuring that any issues are addressed promptly.
Assist with SAP file loads, facilitating seamless integration and accuracy in payroll data management.
Respond to basic ad hoc query, providing necessary data and insights as needed.
Collaborate with management during preparation for compliance audits and contribute to additional projects as required.
Candidates must have the ability to communicate effectively and possess a strong characteristic for attention to detail and accuracy. Additionally, candidates must demonstrate solving complex problems; organizing and prioritizing work demands to meet critical deadlines, making decisions with limited information, handling unexpected challenges, and strong teamwork skills, both verbal and written.
Basic Qualifications - to be considered for this position, you must minimally meet the knowledge, skills and abilities listed below:

Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting or a related field with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience OR Masters degree in Business, Accounting or a related field with 3 years of relevant experience; in lieu of a Bachelors degree 9 years of relevant experience can be accepted
Proficiency in the Microsoft office suite (excel, word and PowerPoint)
Payroll processing experience, including relevant regulatory requirements; internal policy and procedure; accounting practices; system software requirements
Basic FLSA knowledge, federal and state laws, etc.
Experience performing basic payroll calculations
Willingness to pursue Certified Payroll Professional(CPP) Certification within two years of acceptance into the position.
Preferred Qualifications - candidates with these desired skills will be given preferential consideration:

Payroll experience
Prior experience working in a shared service or center of excellence environment
Experience with SAP systems and processes
Primary Level Salary Range: $77,000.00 - $115,400.00The 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): Irving, TX

Job ID: NorthropGrumman-R10213775

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2025-11-07T20:11:33