Principal Financial Analyst

Posted 11 Days Ago
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Falls Church, VA, USA
In-Office
94K-141K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Logistics • Security • Software • Cybersecurity
The Role
Prepare and analyze corporate financial statements, journal entries, account reconciliations, and intercompany transfers. Support monthly consolidation into Hyperion Financial Management, international billings, audits (SOX, DCAA, IRS), and coordinate with government accounting, tax, treasury, and shared service teams.
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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

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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 Corporation is seeking a Corporate Financial Analyst. This position will sit out of our office in Falls Church, VA and report to the Manager of Corporate Accounting.
 

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

  • Assist with the preparation of financial statement analytics and other management reports.
  • Prepare journal entries and related support for non-routine transactions that are material and complex in nature.    
  • Prepare account reconciliations and assist with resolution of reconciling items.
  • Work with sectors and other Corporate departments, e.g. government accounting, tax, treasury on routine transactions.
  • Interact with foreign and shared service accounting staff to ensure appropriate accounting processes are in place.
  • Prepare monthly Intercompany Accounting Transfers and international billings that are complex in nature.
  • Assist with the preparation of quarterly and year-end financial reporting packages for corporate entities.
  • Assist with the monthly load and consolidation of corporate domestic and international entities into Hyperion Financial Management.
  • Assist with SOX, DCAA and IRS audits.
  • Maintain documentation to support statement of work.

Basic Qualifications for Financial Analyst (Level 3):

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field, and a minimum of 6 years of relevant work experience.
  • Master’s degree or CPA may be traded for 2 years of experience. Master’s degree and a CPA may be traded for a total of 3 years of experience.
  • Public accounting experience, IF directly relevant, may count for up to an additional year of experience for each year of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Public accounting firm experience.
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or actively pursuing licensure.
  • Prior experience with SAP and/or HFM.
  • Strong time management and organization skills.
  • Must be able to function in a dynamic organization, effectively managing competing priorities
  • Understanding of government contract accounting regulations, cost accounting standards and federal acquisition regulations

Primary Level Salary Range: $94,200.00 - $141,200.00

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 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.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field
  • Minimum of 6 years of relevant work experience
  • Master's degree may be traded for 2 years of experience
  • CPA may be traded for 2 years of experience
  • Master's degree and CPA may be traded for a total of 3 years of experience
  • Public accounting experience (if directly relevant, may count toward experience)
  • Prior experience with SAP and/or HFM
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or actively pursuing licensure
  • Understanding of government contract accounting regulations, cost accounting standards, and federal acquisition regulations
  • Strong time management and organization skills
  • Ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic organization

Northrop Grumman Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Northrop Grumman and has not been reviewed or approved by Northrop Grumman.

  • Retirement Support 401(k) matching is considered strong, with additional defined-benefit coverage for certain cohorts and options like catch-up contributions. Retirement programs are repeatedly highlighted as a core strength of the total rewards.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth PTO, company-paid holidays, and compressed work schedules (such as 9/80) provide meaningful time away and flexibility. These scheduling options are cited as a major quality-of-life benefit across many locations.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental leave alongside caregiver leave, adoption assistance, and back-up care supports a range of family needs. These programs have been expanded recently, signaling continued investment in family support.

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The Company
HQ: Charlotte, North Carolina
85,636 Employees

What We Do

We are a close-knit community of big thinkers collaborating to keep the world safe. Our passion, creativity and expertise bring next-level technology solutions to life in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, strike, space, and logistics and modernization for our customers around the globe. On the Northrop Grumman team, you’ll join our pursuit of excellence immersed in a dynamic culture of innovation and respect. Your unique perspective will help achieve our shared vision for the future of global security. Every step of the way, you'll be supported by world-class training, employee resource groups and a comprehensive benefits package that enables greater health and happiness for you and your family. Worldwide and across disciplines, we’re challenging what’s possible for technology to protect people and places from undersea to outer space and into cyberspace. And we see the impact of our performance every day. We are Northrop Grumman, and we work on what matters—now, you too can make a difference. Explore opportunities in engineering, IT, manufacturing, business management, cybersecurity and more with us. Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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