Principal/ Sr Principal Financial Analyst

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. 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 (NGDS) is seeking a Principal/Sr. Principal Financial Analyst to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. The selected candidate will become an integral part of the Advanced Weapons team tasked with providing support to the business unit for planning and reporting activities. The ideal candidate will be proactive and have the ability work in a fast-paced environment. This position will can be located on-site in either Northridge, CA or Plymouth, MN Essential Functions: Review, analysis, and assessment on organizational financial statements Requires the ability to work with large data sets and to be able to maintain, improve and own the data files Monthly review of organizational financial results as compared to plan, prior forecast, and prior actual results Helps coordinate monthly forecast updates and to prepare organizational monthly operational reviews Coordinates 5-year long range strategic plan (LRSP) within the organization Prepares organizational financial review packages for actuals, forecasts and 5-year strategic plans Coordinate quarterly Estimate at Complete (EAC) reviews for business unit and Division review. Need to work closely with operating units to coordinate program detail as required Cash monitoring and analysis to facilitate reviews with business unit, division, and sector Support internal, external and government audits as required Support business system changes modifications as they support the FP&A organization Support Division, Sector or NG corporate requests as needed. This could be requests for tax, risk management, insurance, or any other ad hoc requests that may come up This requisition may be filled at a higher grade based on qualifications listed below. Basic Qualifications for Principal Financial Analyst (Level 3): This position emphasizes skills and experience. Will consider High School diploma or equivalent (GED) with at least 9 years of Financial Analyst or related experience in financial analysis or business-related professional field Will consider one of the following: Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 5 years of Financial Analyst or related experience in financial analysis or business-related professional field Master's degree with a minimum of 3 plus years of Financial Analyst or related experience in financial analysis or business-related professional field Basic Qualifications for Sr. Principal Financial Analyst (Level 4): This position emphasizes skills and experience. Will consider High School diploma or equivalent (GED) with at least 12 years of Financial Analyst or related experience in financial analysis or business-related professional field Will consider one of the following: Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 8 years of Financial Analyst or related experience in financial analysis or business-related professional field Master's degree with a minimum of 6 plus years of Financial Analyst or related experience in financial analysis or business-related professional field Strong PC skills and proficient knowledge with Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced MS Excel skills (i.e. v/h lookups, pivot tables, Index/Match, Chart Generation) Detail and results oriented; ability to deliver timely and accurate results under time sensitive conditions Preferred Qualifications: Financial Systems experience such as NGFP or other planning/forecasting tools. Costpoint experience would be a plus Experience with DOD contracts and Government Cost Account Standards (CAS) Demonstrated understanding of and experience with the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) / Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS)