Sr. Manager of Financial Reporting & Technical Accounting

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El Segundo, CA, USA
In-Office
160K-239K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Logistics • Security • Software • Cybersecurity
The Role
Lead sector financial reporting and technical accounting, overseeing monthly/quarterly close, SEC disclosure, SAP/HFM journal entries, ASC 606 revenue guidance, SOX controls, and external audits. Draft accounting position papers, provide US GAAP/SEC interpretations, train staff, mentor team members, and support ad-hoc profitability and contract reviews.
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TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

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 is hiring a Sr. Manager of Financial Reporting & Technical Accounting to be located in our El Segundo, CA location.

This position will report to the Director of Financial Reporting and Accounting and will perform and oversee the analysis, preparation and reporting of financial data.

Position responsibilities and duties include:

  • Responsibility for the overall Sector financial reporting and accounting close activities, which includes review of monthly and quarterly financial reporting data and analysis in support of the company’s U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) disclosure requirements

  • Review and approval of journal entries in SAP and HFM, including non-routine transactions

  • Analyze financial data, trends and variances to provide actionable insights to management

  • Evaluate the potential effects on all newly established and/or potential accounting principle changes implemented by the Financial Accounting Standards Board, Securities Exchange Commission, and/or any other financial regulatory entities

  • Interpret generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) accounting standards and SEC guidance to determine the appropriate accounting and financial reporting treatment

  • Draft accounting position papers summarizing technical accounting issues, application of accounting guidance to the company, alternatives available and recommendations

  • Support annual audit and quarterly review activities with external auditors

  • Lead the Sector’s SOX program, including evaluation of risk environment and adequacy of internal controls over financial reporting

  • Support contract EAC and profitability reviews.  Review and provide guidance on revenue recognition and performance obligation conclusions reached under ASC 606, Revenue from Contracts with Customers

  • Provide on-call technical accounting guidance using US GAAP and coordinate research findings and evaluation of alternatives with external auditors

  • Prepare and present technical accounting training on a regular basis

  • Update and maintain accounting policies for new accounting pronouncements and other changes

  • Lead, mentor and train staff members

  • Lead or assist with ad-hoc projects, as needed

Basic Qualifications:

  • Must either have a bachelor’s degree in accounting, and 15 years of relevant work experience or a masters degree and 12 years of relevant work experience or a PhD and 9 years of relevant work experience

  • Public Accounting/Audit and Assurance directly relevant may count for up to an additional year of experience for each year of relevant experience

  • Big 4 or recognized public accounting firm audit experience (minimum manager level)

  • Excellent understanding of US GAAP with a strong knowledge of SEC reporting regulations

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Strong project management skills

  • Prior experience in Aerospace & Defense industry

 

Primary Level Salary Range: $159,500.00 - $239,300.00

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 with 15 years relevant experience, or Master's degree with 12 years, or PhD with 9 years
  • Public accounting / audit and assurance experience (may count toward experience)
  • Big 4 or recognized public accounting firm audit experience (minimum manager level)
  • Excellent understanding of US GAAP and strong knowledge of SEC reporting regulations
  • Strong project management skills
  • Prior experience in Aerospace & Defense industry

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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