Manager Business Management 1

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking a Business Management Manager 1 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals.

The qualified applicant will lead all financial aspects of the programs within the Xetron OU.  This position reports to the Xetron OU Business manager.  and partners with Xetron OU Director to develop strategy, report on program performance, and achieve financial goals.

This position is located in Cincinnati, OH, as a primarily on-site position, with some flexibility of schedule to work from home.

Roles and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Program resource management, including cost estimation, allocation, tracking, and analysis
• Provide expertise & ensure appropriate training in the areas of Earned Value, EAC development, baseline schedules, and cost & schedule risk management Preparation and presentation of financial data to internal and external customers, including variance analysis and forecasts
• Compliance and financial reporting
• On-going collaboration with the customer and functional teams
• Assistance with contract negotiations
• Subcontractor invoicing approval
• Management and development of Program Control Analyst (PCA) staff
• Review of contractual documents, including Technical Task Orders
• Support of pricing and proposal activities

Basic Qualifications:

To be considered for this position, you must minimally meet the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline with 6 years of industry related experience in finance, accounting or program control - OR - a Masters degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline with 4 years of industry related experience in finance, accounting or program control.
• Understanding of DOD contracts, government Cost Accounting Standards, and the FAR
• Prior experience with government program budgeting and forecasting, as well as Annual Operating Plan development
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, SAP, and Business Warehouse (BW)
• Prior experience preparing and presenting financial analysis to team and/or management.
• The willingness to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Security Clearance.  US Citizenship is a prerequisite

Preferred Qualifications:

Candidates with these desired skills will be given preferential consideration:

• MBA or CPA certification
• Previous experience managing/supervising a program, project, or personnel. This may be a lead position on a team.
• Experience with Cognos forecasting system
• Earned Value Management experience
• Current active Secret clearance or higher.

The health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042 https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/.

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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.