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 and Schedule Control Analyst (Level 3)/ Sr. Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst (Level 4) to join us in the pursuit of top-tier financial performance within the Advanced Programs Operating Unit (OU). The positions are based out of based out of Northridge, CA and will report to the Business Manager over Advanced Programs.  There is no telework option for this position; it will be located in Northridge, CA. Relocation is also available.

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.

Roles and responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:

• Management of program financials, including: financial and cost forecasting, revenue, Operating Margin (OM), Cash, reporting and analysis, profitability analysis, and working capital analysis (accounts receivable forecasting, treasury forecasting, unbilled analysis, and aged receivables analysis)
• Implement and maintain Earned Value Management System (EVMS) compliance including cost/schedule/technical integration
• Interface with other functions to generate weekly/monthly forecast, actuals, variance narratives reports and metrics
• Perform analyses and prepares reports in order to ensure that contracts are within negotiated and agreed-upon parameters and government cost control guidelines
• Develop and review Baselines and Estimates at Complete (EACs); Present and communicate results and changes
• Work with the finance, scheduling, and business management teams to develop strategies to improve financial performance based on metrics
• Prepare reports and provide recommendations to program management teams
• Development of the consolidated Long Range Strategic Plan and Annual Operating Plan
• Support Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance
• Support the development of presentations for, and occasionally brief to, Division/Sector/Corporate leadership
• Interface with business, program, and corporate personnel
• Work with the Capture Lead, Proposal Manager, and core teams to develop the compliant proposal and supporting deliverables
• Provide support to the proposal team by developing, reviewing, and submitting proposals that effectively represent the proposal strategy and baseline

Basic Qualifications Principal Program Cost, Schedule & Control Analyst (Level 3):

• This position emphasizes skills and experience. Will consider one of following:
  • High school diploma or GED with a minimum of 9 years of business, Finance, Accounting, and/or Aerospace and Defense Business-related experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related discipline with a minimum of 5 years of Business, Finance, and/or Aerospace and Defense Business-related experience
  • Master’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related discipline with a minimum of 3 year of Business, Finance, and/or Aerospace and Defense Business-related experience

• Prior program cost control experience, including Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) on Development programs
• Strong working knowledge of Earned Value Management principles and EVMS software (Deltek Cobra/MPM)
• Prior financial analysis and/or reporting experience
• Working knowledge of FAR/DFARS, and other U.S. Federal Government contracting regulations
• Defense Industry Experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word and PowerPoint)
• Experience reviewing, understanding, and responding to customer requests for proposal (RFPs) on competitive and sole source acquisitions
• Expertise in financial analysis
• Demonstrated ability to prepare and analyze data, and strong critical thinking skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal direction
• Must be able to work on-site in Northridge, CA
• Must have or be able to obtain and maintain an Active U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Secret security clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3+ years’ experience with Earned Value Management and/or EVMS Software (Cobra)
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Public Accounting experience (each year of "Big 4" or relevant Public Accounting experience counts for 2 years of experience above)
• Strong GAAP accounting proficiency and research experience
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and a keen attention to detail
• Prior experience in Estimating and Pricing
• Experience with CostPoint, IBM Cognos software (or another similar software), database software
• Active DoD Secret clearance

Basic Qualifications: Sr. Principal Program Cost, Schedule & Control Analyst (Level 4):

• This position emphasizes skills and experience. Will consider one of following:
  • High school diploma or GED with a minimum of 12 years of business, Finance, Accounting, and/or Aerospace and Defense Business-related experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related discipline with a minimum of 8 years of Business, Finance, and/or Aerospace and Defense Business-related experience
  • Master’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related discipline with a minimum of 6 year of Business, Finance, and/or Aerospace and Defense Business-related experience

• Prior program cost control experience, including Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) on Development programs
• Strong working knowledge of Earned Value Management principles and EVMS software (Deltek Cobra/MPM)
• Prior financial analysis and/or reporting experience
• Working knowledge of FAR/DFARS, and other U.S. Federal Government contracting regulations
• Defense Industry Experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word and PowerPoint)
• Experience reviewing, understanding, and responding to customer requests for proposal (RFPs) on competitive and sole source acquisitions
• Expertise in financial analysis
• Demonstrated ability to prepare and analyze data, and strong critical thinking skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal direction
• Must be able to work on-site in Northridge, CA
• Must have or be able to obtain and maintain an Active U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Secret security clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5+ years’ experience with Earned Value Management and/or EVMS Software (Cobra)
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Public Accounting experience (each year of "Big 4" or relevant Public Accounting experience counts for 2 years of experience above)
• Strong GAAP accounting proficiency and research experience
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and a keen attention to detail
• Prior experience in Estimating and Pricing
• Experience with CostPoint, IBM Cognos software (or another similar software), database software
• Active DoD Secret clearance

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