Principal Financial Analyst - 18109

Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Roy
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret 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. 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 Defense Systems (DS) is seeking a qualified Principal Financial Analyst (3) to champion financial accuracy and on-time delivery. This role is pivotal in managing our division’s fiscal health and driving to the NG values for high-performance. This position will be located on site in Roy UT supporting the Strategic Defense System (SDS) Division. The selected candidate will directly report to the Reporting and Compliance Manager, and job responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following: This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package. What You’ll Get To Do: Financial Reporting & Close: Execute monthly and quarterly close processes, ensuring the accuracy of P&L, Balance Sheet, and Operating Cash Flow statements. Financial Statement Analysis: Analyze division financials, including, but not limited to financial statement accounts analysis, analysis of aged balances, and other analysis and reporting as assigned Accounting Operations: Prepare and validate non-routine journal entries Accrual Management: Oversee complex accrual accounting for sales, cost of sales, margin adjustments, and accounts payable. Project Controls: Partner with business units to validate that Estimate at Completion (EAC) documentation is current, accurate and complete. Compliance & Audit: Support Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance and documentation; liaise with internal and external auditors thoroughly responding to questions in support of the audit; and perform monthly labor floor checks. Sector Reporting: Deliver timely and accurate monthly/quarterly financial deliverables to Defense Sector leadership. Operational Analysis: Provide the planning team with critical actuals analysis to drive data-backed decision-making. Communication: Prepare and present financial briefings and ad hoc reports for Business Unit, Division, and Sector Leadership. Prepare presentations for the Controller to represent the division in SOX and external audits. Cross-Functional Liaison: Coordinate with the finance and business management teams to develop strategies to improve efficiency and effectiveness of the financial reporting process Special projects : On an ad hoc basis As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including: • Medical, Dental & Vision coverage • 401k • Educational Assistance • Life Insurance • Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions • Paid Time Off • Health & Wellness Resources • Employee Discounts This position’s standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off. You’ll Bring These Qualifications: 5 Years with Bachelors; 3 Years with Masters; 1 Year with PhD; four additional years of experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree. Experience with Microsoft Office products, including Excel Must have an active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope These Qualifications Would be Nice to Have: Experience with SAP/S4 Hana Experience with Cognos Awareness of Oracle Hyperion Financial Management (HFM) Primary Level Salary Range: $81,400.00 - $122,000.00 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.

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