Senior Principal Regulatory Compliance Analyst (Level 4)

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

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 Aeronautics Systems is seeking a Senior Principal Regulatory Compliance Analyst (Level 4) to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be virtual and can be performed anywhere in the continental United States.

Essential Functions: Develops, maintains, and establishes audit compliance of financial systems, considering allocations, costing techniques, and supports various DCAA audits. This position prepares incurred cost proposals, billing & quick closeout rate proposals, overhead allowability risk, prior period adjustments, CAS cost impact proposals, and self-governance audits. In addition, the position will provide responses to DCAA audited findings, support closure of open rate segments with DCMA, make recommendations to management, provide analysis on alternative cost structures, and monitor business compliance performance. The position requires excellent communication skills to resolve complex financial issues through coordination with multiple functions.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Analysis of large volumes of data using worksheet and database skills to manipulate, summarize, and select into meaningful information for decision making
• Detail analysis and reconciliations for prior period adjustments
• Support financial and SOX audits by internal, external, and government auditors
• Provide financial information required for quarterly reporting
• Mentor and train employees on Northrop Grumman’s ERP Systems (SAP, OLAP Analysis, Analyzer, etc) Work with their team to ensure strong processes and controls are in place and will provide value added services to our partner departments
• Partner across the Controller organization and Sector to ensure success of business priorities and outcomes

Basic Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business or other related field, and 8 years of relevant experience; OR a Master's degree in accounting, finance, business or other related field of study with 6 years of relevant experience
• Excellent computer skills, experience in accounting software, and MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Excel power user (pivot tables, vlookups, macros, advanced formula writing)
• Excellent organizational, prioritization and process improvement skills
• Accounting experience in government contracting
• GAAP, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) knowledge
• Experience with SAP Accounting System (PS/FI/CO modules) and Business Warehouse OLAP
• Knowledge of overhead calculations, bases, allocations, costing sheets, Overhead keys and Interdivisional Work Orders
• Resourceful with strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Ability to interface with multiple disciplines and varying levels of management
• Knowledge of and experience with federal government financial standards and project costing systems
• Able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance
• CPA certification

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.

Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) provide benefits for the member, our leaders and the company. Our ERGs offer opportunities to be a friend, be active, be a volunteer, be a leader, to be recognized and to be yourself. Every ERG is inclusive of all employees!

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.

Salary Range: $103,200.00 - $154,800.00

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.