Requisition ID: R10184212- Category: Business Management
- Location: McLean, Virginia, United States of America
- Clearance Type: Secret
- Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position
- Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)
- Travel Required: No
- Positions Available: 1
At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact peoples 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 nations 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, theyre 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 sector (NGDS) is seeking a Principal Financial Planning/ Sr Principal Financial Planning Analyst to join our growing team of diverse professionals at our sector headquarters in McLean, Virginia. This position will be a part of the Defense Systems Financial Planning & Analysis team.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Perform variance analysis and identify key drivers of financial performance
- Support sector forecast and planning (AOP/LRSP) processes
- Prepare sensitivities analysis to evaluate risks and opportunities
- Provide analysis and insights to support executive reporting and decision-making
- Participate in process improvement initiatives/Digital Transformation
- Interact with personnel and management at all levels
- Other ad hoc duties and projects as assigned
Basic Qualifications
- Well-organized, schedule-driven, and ability to multi-task to meet tight deadlines
- Strong analytical skills to support variance reporting and quick turn ad hoc analysis for leadership
- Proficiency with MS Office Suite, specifically Excel, Word and PowerPoint
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, requiring minimal guidance and support
- Ability to work on-site in McLean, Virginia
Qualifications for a Principal Financial Planning Analyst (Level 3):
- High school diploma or GED with a minimum of 9 years of accounting or finance experience
- Will also consider:
- Bachelor’s degree in an Accounting or Finance discipline with a minimum of 5 years of accounting or finance experience
- Master’s degree in an Accounting or Finance discipline with a minimum of 3 years of accounting or finance experience
- PHD in Accounting or Finance discipline with a minimum of 1 year of experience
Qualifications for a Sr Principal Financial Planning Analyst (Level 4):
- High school diploma or GED with a minimum of 12 years of accounting or finance experience
- Will also consider:
- Bachelor’s degree in an Accounting or Finance discipline with a minimum of 8 years of accounting or finance experience
- Master’s degree in an Accounting or Finance discipline with a minimum of 6 years of accounting or finance experience
Preferred Qualifications
- Program Control Analyst experience is a plus
- Experience with financial forecasting/budgeting and variance analysis
- Experience with financial planning/reporting tools (SAP S4 and Cognos IBM planning analytics)
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills
- Prior experience and success interfacing with multiple functions and varying levels of stakeholders
- Aerospace/Defense industry experience
- Experience with business intelligence tools (Power BI, Tableau)
Salary Range: $91,200 - $136,800
Salary Range 2: $113,500 - $170,300
The 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 candidates experience, education, skills and current spanet 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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
