Principal/Sr Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst

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) Sector is seeking a Principal Program Cost Control Analyst (level 3) or Sr Program Cost Control Analyst (Level 4) to join us in the pursuit of top-tier financial performance within the Advanced Weapons Systems Operating Unit (OU). The positions are based out of based out of Northridge, CA and will report to the Business Manager over the Stand-in-Attack Weapon program.  There is no telework option for this position; it will be located in Northridge, CA.

This role will be responsible for implementing data driven analytics into effective program performance outcomes. Candidates for this position will demonstrate a broad skill set that is balanced across financial management, leadership, collaboration, innovation, communication, project management, risk/opportunity management, business acumen, and proposal-based capabilities.

Responsibilities:

• Accurately forecast program financial metrics including Orders, Sales, OM and Cash Flow for both booked and potential programs

• Assist with monthly and quarterly financial close deliverables

• Generate and support weekly, monthly and quarterly reviews and audits consisting of operations, planning, program management and EACs

• Identifies and mitigates program cost and schedule risk

• Inter/Intracompany work order processing

• Maintain project setup in Costpoint and Cobra as needed

• Performs analyses and prepares program financial reports for internal and external customers relative to program cost incurrence, material tracking, and labor spending.

• Performs analyses and prepares reports to ensure program contracts are within negotiated, agreed-upon parameters, government cost control guidelines, and accounting guidelines

• Preparation and processing of Journal Entries

• Prepare and submit timely and accurate Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs)

• Prepare, review, and analyze program performance measurement and cost variances. 

• Provide administrative/ad hoc support to team

• Supports program cost estimate development, customer proposals, and negotiation.

• Track and manage program billings and cash collections

Basic Qualifications Level 3:

• Must have 9 years of related experience in lieu of degree; Bachelor’s degree with 5 years’ experience or a Master’s degree with 4 years experience within in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration

• Strong PC skills and proficient knowledge with Microsoft Office Suite, including MS Excel.

• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment with technical subject matter experts and business operations personnel.

• Demonstrated experience in working independently and being proactive

• Experience managing multiple projects with demanding deadlines

• Demonstrated critical thinking and analytical skills, while maintaining attention to detail and effective time management/organization

• Must be able to work onsite in Northridge, CA

Basic Qualifications Level 4:

• Must have 12 years of related experience in lieu of degree; Bachelor’s degree with 8 years’ experience or a Master’s degree with 6 years experience within in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration

• Strong PC skills and proficient knowledge with Microsoft Office Suite, including MS Excel.

• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment with technical subject matter experts and business operations personnel.

• Demonstrated experience in working independently and being proactive

• Experience managing multiple projects with demanding deadlines

• Demonstrated critical thinking and analytical skills, while maintaining attention to detail and effective time management/organization

• Must be able to work onsite in Northridge, CA

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active DoD security clearance. 

• Aerospace & Defense Finance experience

• Experience with multiple contract types (Cost Plus Fixed Fees/Cost Plus Incentive Fees, Cost Plus Award Fees, Firm Fixed Price/Firm Price Incentive Fee) desired

• Familiarity with: Deltek Costpoint, IBM Cognos, Cobra, MS Project

• Knowledge of and familiarity with Earned Value Management principles

• Understanding of the RFP / proposal process