Financial Analyst (Level 3 or Level 4)

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. Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking Principal Financial Analyst (Level 3) or Senior Principal Financial Analyst (Level 4) to join us in the pursuit of top-tier financial performance. The position will report to the Senior Manager of Financial Planning, Reporting and Analysis (FPR&A) and is located in Clearfield, UT.  This position is primarily in the office. This high visibility role will work closely with the Aerostructures program teams and functions as well as the Air Dominance Division Controller’s team.  This role requires coordination with multiple stakeholders, strong analytical and communication skills, and understanding of the Company’s financial reporting requirements. We are looking for an individual who is proactive, can help drive the business, and can implement process improvements to increase efficiency and effectiveness of financial planning and reporting and resources management. Roles and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Primary responsibilities will focus on resources and discretionary budgets management Leading and managing the Aerostructures Capital Budgeting, execution, and reporting Providing financial management support, leadership, and reporting the Aerostructure  Non-contractual Technical Activity (NCTA) budgets and scope.  This includes establishing and managing baselines and monthly program management reporting Developing, managing, and reporting on Aerostructures Indirect Budgets Maintaining and managing the Direct Labor Allocations infrastructure and budgets for the Aerostructures business unit Prepare presentations and brief Aerostructures business unit leadership, functions, and Division leadership Support the monthly/quarterly financial reporting and planning processes, including financial forecasting, working capital analysis, profitability and EAC analysis, and other reporting and analysis Support quarterly and monthly financial reporting close activities Support development of the Long-Range Strategic Plan (LRSP) and Annual Operating Plans (AOP) Supports initiatives and ad hoc requests from Program, Division, and Sector leadership Provide systems support for the NG Financial Planning tool Support Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance and documentation Coordinate with the functional business management teams to develop strategies to improve financial performance based on metrics Development presentations for, and occasionally brief to, Program and Division leadership This is a fast-paced, high-energy environment that requires a self-motivated employee to join the team.  The ideal candidate will possess the following traits and abilities: ability to use financial systems, with understanding of corporate and DoD financial rhythms; develop and implement solutions of moderate scope and complexity; analyze variances/trends and develop new methods and process techniques; work under very general supervision while completing numerous assignments per schedule and elevating potential issues to ensure proper management