Requisition ID: R10180325- Category: Business Management
- Location: McLean, Virginia, United States of America
- Clearance Type: None
- Telecommute: Yes-May consider hybrid teleworking for this position
- Shift: Not Applicable (United States of America)
- Travel Required: Yes, 10 of the Time
- Positions Available: 1
At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact peoples 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 nations 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, theyre making history. At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact peoples 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 nations 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, but they’re also making history.
Embark on a career putting innovative, reliable, and agile products and ideas into orbit, and beyond. Northrop Grumman has opportunities waiting for you that play a vital role in human space exploration, national defense, and scientific discovery, supporting multiple programs across the universe. With us, you’ll discover a culture of curiosity and collaboration that will have you Defining Possible from the day you start. Our space systems connect and protect millions of people on earth every day, now and for the future. Explore your future and launch your career today.
Northrop Grumman Space Systems designs, builds and delivers space, defense and aviation-related systems to customers around the world. Our main products include launch vehicles and related propulsion systems; missile products, subsystems and defense electronics; precision weapons, armament systems and ammunition; satellites and associated space components and services; and advanced aerospace structures.
We are currently seeking a Financial Analyst (Level 2 or Level 3) to join the Space Sector SOX team. This individual will be responsible for defining and implementing the sector SOX internal controls strategy and framework to drive processes and compliance for all divisions. This role is located in our McLean VA facility.
Keys to success include:
- Strategic thinking mindset.
- Experience taking SOX compliance tasks from concept to implementation.
- Proven track record of simultaneously managing and delivering multiple projects and priorities with competing deadlines.
- Working well under pressure.
Position Responsibilities and duties include:
- Evaluating and helping to design the operating effectiveness of SOX internal controls and make recommendations for improvement.
- Working with external and internal auditors and Corporate SOX PMO to plan and implement assessment of the control environment, coordinating timing and execution of process walk throughs and operating effectiveness testing cycles.
- Working with the division and functional teams to perform and monitor SOX internal controls and processes.
- General audit support; including document retrieval, review, and research.
- Supporting ongoing monitoring of internal controls and responding to related inquiries.
- Documenting identified findings and deficiencies, providing guidance on remediation actions, and monitoring remediation activities to completion.
- Performing quarterly and year-end SOX reporting tasks, including administration of SOX certifications for entire SP sector and reporting to Corporate SOX PMO.
- Assisting with development and implementation of policies and procedures related to internal controls over financial reporting and SOX.
- Supporting routine and ad hoc financial reporting requirements.
- Other duties, as assigned.
Basic Qualifications:
This requisition may be filled at either a level 2 or a level 3
Basic Qualifications for a Level 2:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting (or related field) and 2+ years of relevant work experience – OR – a Master’s degree or CPA and 1+ years of relevant work experience.
Basic Qualifications for a Level 3:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting (or related field) and 5+ years of relevant work experience – OR – a Master’s degree or CPA and 3+ years of relevant work experience.
Additional Basic qualifications for both levels:
- Experience performing and supporting audit activities.
- Data and financial analysis skills, including use and understanding of spreadsheets.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Self-motivated, yet functions well in a team environment.
- Ability to obtain a security clearance. US citizenship is a prerequisite.
Preferred Qualifications
- GAAP accounting proficiency and research experience.
- Operational experience with SAP and/or Costpoint in Aerospace / Defense production environments.
- Industry relevant experience in External or Internal Audit, SOX Internal Controls, Risk Management, Accounting and/or Finance experience.
- Public Accounting experience.
- CPA License/CPA Candidate in the near term.
- Experience with SAP and/or HFM.
Salary Range: $73,900 - $110,900
Salary Range 2: $91,200 - $136,800
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 candidates experience, education, skills and current spanet conditions.
Employees may be eligible for 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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
