Principal Budget Analyst

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.

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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.

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At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and software-secure technology to enable strategic planning.

We're looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions.

By joining in our shared mission, we'll support yours of expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field, or an industry thought leader.

At Northrop Grumman, you'll have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career.

We are looking for you to join our team as a Principal Budget Analyst based out of Linthicum, MD. This position offers the 9 / 80 schedule.

What You'll Get to Do :

The Principal Budget Analyst will support budget / rate development, actuals reporting, and monthly forecasting within the Mission Systems Sector Rates & Budgets team.

Roles and responsibilities of the Budget Analyst will encompass the following, and vary slightly depending on specific position, program, or business unit to which you are assigned :

• Prepare regular and special-purpose reports, maintain historical records, analyze trends
• Review and analyze actual variance drivers and assist with corrective action planning
• Recommends and interpret budgetary policies and procedures, prepare comparative evaluation of actual costs against budgeted funds, and determine rationale for variances between costs and budget .
• Support monthly Indicated Final updates
• Provide support for internal reporting and reviews
• Assist budget managers and to execute budgets to meet targets (headcount, utilization, costs)
• Support DCMA / DCAA and internal audits and requests
• Serve as business management liaison to supporting areas

Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree plus 6 years related work experience - OR - a master's degree with 4 years of related work experience.

• Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams)
• Experience with financial and / or data analysis
• Experience preparing and presenting information to all levels of management
• US Citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Accounting, or related subject area.
• Familiarity with SAP, internal financial budgeting systems, COGNOS
• Government contracting experience
• Rates and budgets experience, and / or project control experience

What We Can Offer You :

Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company.

Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.

Your benefits will include the following : Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9 / 80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!

Salary Range : $77,000 - $115,400

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.

Employees may be eligible for 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 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 all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.