Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking a Principal Financial Analyst (Level 3) to join us in the pursuit of top-tier financial performance.
This position is located onsite in El Segundo, CA and will report to the Manager of Financial Reporting and Accounting and will have the following responsibilities:
Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reporting data and analysis in support of the company’s U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) disclosure requirements
Analyze program financials, including, but not limited to: financial statement accounts analysis, analysis of aged balances, and other analysis and reporting as assigned
Coordinate with the finance and business management teams to develop strategies to improve efficiency and effectiveness of the financial reporting process
Develop presentations and work papers to support and inform Division and Sector leadership
Prepare non-routine journal entries in S4/HANA and HFM
Support Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance and documentation
Liaise with auditors by providing requested PBC items and thoroughly responding to questions in support of the audit
Support special projects on an ad hoc basis
Support the development of presentations for Division and Sector leadership
Interface and coordinate with business, program, and sector personnel to drive process changes and resolve Sector wide issues
Liaise with auditors by providing requested PBC items and thoroughly responding to questions in support of the audit
Support special projects on an ad hoc basis
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or related discipline with 5 years of accounting, audit, and/or business management experience, or a Master's degree with 3 years of stated experience
Public Accounting experience (each year of relevant Public Accounting experience counts for 2 years of experience above)
Strong problem solving and analytical skills
Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Secret Clearance
Preferred Qualifications:
CPA License/CPA Candidate in the near term
Aerospace and Defense Industry experience
Experience with SAP/S4 HANA and/or HFM
SEC reporting experience
Excellent knowledge of US GAAP
Active US Government Secret clearance
We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do.
At Northrop Grumman, we are on the cutting edge of innovation-- building the next generation of sophisticated aircraft to protect our country. Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career. We are well-known for our inclusive, family environment, as well as our excellent work/life balance. We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, a 9/80 schedule, and a great 401K matching program.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or related discipline with 5 years of accounting, audit, and/or business management experience (or Master's degree with 3 years)
- Public Accounting experience (each year counts as 2 years of experience)
- Strong problem solving and analytical skills
- Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Secret Clearance (U.S. Citizenship required)
- Experience with SAP S4/HANA and/or HFM
- CPA license or CPA candidate in the near term
- Aerospace and Defense industry experience
- SEC reporting experience and excellent knowledge of US GAAP
- Active US Government Secret clearance
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
Northrop Grumman Insights
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.
