Full-Time

Principal/Senior Principal Accountant

Posted on 12/20/2024

Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman

10,001+ employees

Aerospace and defense technology solutions provider

Cybersecurity
Aerospace
Defense

Compensation Overview

$79.1k - $147.8kAnnually

+ Bonus

Senior, Expert

Irving, TX, USA

Requires onsite presence in Irving, TX for at least two days per week.

US Citizenship Required

Category
Auditing
Financial Accounting
Accounting
Required Skills
SAP Products
Word/Pages/Docs
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
PowerPoint/Keynote/Slides

You match the following Northrop Grumman's candidate preferences

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Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • BA/BS in Accounting/Finance or related field plus 5 years of related experience is required for Principal Level. We will consider an additional 5 years of experience in lieu of a degree.
  • BA/BS in Accounting/Finance or related field plus 9 years of related experience is required for Senior Principal Level. We will consider an additional 7 years of experience in lieu of a degree.
  • Experience with leading teams
  • Experience managing multiple assignments and meeting tight deadlines
  • Advanced Excel skills and proficient in Word, and PowerPoint
  • Strong understanding of FAR, GAAP, and SOX requirements
  • Experience leading group meetings
  • Strong attention to detail, ability to multi-task and manage time effectively
  • MBA or CPA (preferred)
  • SAP Experience (preferred)
  • Experience in a financial services environment (preferred)
  • Government Contracting Experience (preferred)
  • Alteryx Experience (preferred)
  • Shared Service Experience (preferred)
Responsibilities
  • Lead a team of five accounting professionals
  • Support Accounts Payable processing in accordance with GAAP, company policies and procedures, corporate disclosure statements, and government regulations including FAR
  • Demonstrate analytical problem-solving skills and be able to develop innovative solutions to a variety of problems of high scope and complexity
  • Interface with technical administrators on system performance and process maintenance relating to regular and special payable activities
  • Coordinate the review and reconciliation of all Non-PO Vendors for 1099 Reporting and Board of Directors 1099’s
  • Provide support for Audits - Internal NG Audit Team and External Audit DCAA Team (walkthroughs, documentation support)
  • Maintain internal controls and adherence to Accounts Payable guidelines
  • Responsible for coordinating system testing upgrades for Non-PO Team
  • Responsible for Month-End APE122 Non-PO Accrual Reconciliation
  • Support Year-End Corporate and Sector Accruals
  • Backup Non-PO Helpdesk as needed and respond to inquiries within 24 hours
  • Backup Non-PO Team with posting Non-PO Invoices and Interfaces as needed
  • Backup for processing Domestic and International Consultant Invoices
  • POC for Refund Checks and Unclaimed Property Checks
  • Coordinates Non-PO Team trainings and planning day-to-day resources
  • Serve as back-up Lead for Benefits AP as needed
  • Ad hoc reports and tasks as needed
  • Monitor metrics and proactively identify and execute process improvements
  • Participation in the definition, implementation, and optimization of automated systems and processes, and support for special projects, as required
  • Interface with technical administrators on system performance and process maintenance relating to regular and special payable activities
  • Serve as key point of contact for Manager of Non-PO and Non-PO Processors on departmental issues
  • Respond to escalations from our internal customers
  • Be an active leader in team engagement, promoting team unity and collaboration

Northrop Grumman provides advanced aerospace and defense technology solutions, focusing on areas such as autonomous systems, cybersecurity, and space operations. The company develops and integrates complex systems that support government and commercial clients, particularly the U.S. Department of Defense and international allies. Its products and services include systems for command and control, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (C4ISR), as well as logistics and modernization solutions. Northrop Grumman differentiates itself from competitors through its extensive research and development efforts and a strong track record in securing long-term contracts, which provide a stable revenue stream. The company's goal is to maintain its leadership position in the aerospace and defense market by continuously innovating and delivering comprehensive solutions that meet the evolving needs of its clients.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$192.2M

Headquarters

Falls Church, Virginia

Founded

1939

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Increased demand for autonomous systems boosts Northrop Grumman's innovation in unmanned vehicles.
  • The U.S. DoD's budget rise for missile defense aligns with Northrop's interceptor production.
  • Digital transformation in defense is supported by Northrop's adoption of Planisware Enterprise.

What critics are saying

  • International competitors like BAE Systems are expanding in the U.S. defense market.
  • Supply chain issues may delay the B-21 Raider program, affecting contract deadlines.
  • Government demand for enhanced cybersecurity could raise operational costs for Northrop Grumman.

What makes Northrop Grumman unique

  • Northrop Grumman excels in autonomous systems, like the Manta-Ray drone for the U.S. Navy.
  • The company integrates AI in C4ISR systems, enhancing real-time data processing capabilities.
  • Northrop Grumman's Mission Robotic Vehicle targets the growing space-based defense systems market.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Relocation Assistance

Performance Bonus

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