Program Cost Schedule Control Analyst

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available\n\nCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No\n\nCLEARANCE TYPE: Secret\n\nTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time\n\n## Description\n\nAt Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people\u0027s 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\u0027s 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 \u2014 and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they\u0027re making history.\n\nPut your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what\u2019s 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\u2019ll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future.\n\nNorthrop Grumman Defense Systems (NGDS) Sector is seeking a Program Cost Control Analyst (Level 2) 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.\n\nThis 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.\n\nResponsibilities:\n\n * Accurately forecast program financial metrics including Orders, Sales, OM and Cash Flow for both booked and potential programs\n\n * Assist with monthly and quarterly financial close deliverables\n\n * Generate and support weekly, monthly and quarterly reviews and audits consisting of operations, planning, program management and EACs\n\n * Identifies and mitigates program cost and schedule risk\n\n * Inter/Intracompany work order processing\n\n * Maintain project setup in Costpoint and Cobra as needed\n\n * Performs analyses and prepares program financial reports for internal and external customers relative to program cost incurrence, material tracking, and labor spending.\n\n * Performs analyses and prepares reports to ensure program contracts are within negotiated, agreed-upon parameters, government cost control guidelines, and accounting guidelines\n\n * Preparation and processing of Journal Entries\n\n * Prepare and submit timely and accurate Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs)\n\n * Prepare, review, and analyze program performance measurement and cost variances. \n\n * Provide administrative/ad hoc support to team\n\n * Supports program cost estimate development, customer proposals, and negotiation.\n\n * Track and manage program billings and cash collections\n\n\n\n\nBasic Qualifications: \n\n * Must have 6 years of related experience in lieu of degree; Bachelor\u2019s degree with 2+ years\u2019 experience or a Master\u2019s degree with 0+ year experience within in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration\n\n * Strong PC skills and proficient knowledge with Microsoft Office Suite, including MS Excel.\n\n * Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment with technical subject matter experts and business operations personnel.\n\n * Ability to effectively and respectfully communicate with all levels of management, both verbally and written\n\n * Demonstrated experience in working independently and being proactive\n\n * Experience managing multiple projects with demanding deadlines\n\n * Demonstrated critical thinking and analytical skills, while maintaining attention to detail and effective time management/organization\n\n\n\n\nPreferred Qualifications: \n\n * Active DoD security clearance. \n\n * Aerospace \u0026 Defense Finance experience\n\n * 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\n\n * Familiarity with: Deltek Costpoint, IBM Cognos, Cobra, MS Project\n\n * Knowledge of and familiarity with Earned Value Management principles\n\n * Understanding of the RFP / proposal process\n\n\n\n\nPrimary Level Salary Range: $75,800.00 - $113,800.00\n\nThe 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\u0027s experience, education, skills and current market conditions.\n\nDepending 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.\n\nThe 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.\n\nNorthrop 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.\n