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Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman

10,001+ employees

Aerospace and defense technology solutions provider

Cybersecurity
Aerospace
Defense

Compensation Overview

$62.6k - $93.8kAnnually

+ Bonus

Mid

Bloomington, MN, USA + 1 more

More locations: Irving, TX, USA

No relocation assistance available; no full-time telecommuting opportunity.

US Citizenship Required

Category
Financial Accounting
Management Accounting
Accounting
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration or Finance from an accredited institution and a minimum of 3+ years of professional general accounting experience in business management, finance, accounting, or related fields –OR- a Master’s degree as outlined above and 1+ year of professional experience.
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite - specifically high-level Excel skills (including: the ability to insert pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and conditional formatting, etc.).
  • Demonstrated knowledge and experience in general accounting including: account reconciliations, month-end close experience and journal entries.
  • Knowledge of software applications related to the General Ledger and supporting systems.
  • Exposure to financial reporting tools. Deltek - Costpoint preferred or similar system.
Responsibilities
  • Prepare account reconciliations as assigned in Blackline and resolve reconciling issue per corporate policy.
  • Conduct corrections needed to the general ledger on issues identified through the account reconciliations.
  • Respond to internal/external inquiries, for Tax & Audit.
  • Prepare annual Tax and Audit schedules.
  • Support month-end close activities including reviewing trial balance data monthly.
  • Perform intercompany accounting.
  • Develop good working relationship with business units to understand their financial practices.
  • Respond to sector business partner ad hoc data requests, inquiries, and problem resolution.
  • Act as the primary point of contact for the companies assigned, ensuring positive customer interfaces, and written and verbal communication.
  • Identify and assist in implementing process improvements.
  • Prepare journal entries and ensure they are made in accordance with GAAP and have proper supporting documentation.
  • Communicate with business units on additions/changes to journal entries. (Recurring, reclassification, manual, allocations, accruals, statistical, automated, etc.).
  • Perform lease accounting.
  • Implement ERP and special projects.
  • Manage special projects (as assigned).
  • Demonstrate attention to detail.
  • Work effectively with geographically dispersed team and customer.

Northrop Grumman provides advanced aerospace and defense technology solutions primarily for government clients, including the U.S. Department of Defense and international allies. The company specializes in areas such as autonomous systems, cybersecurity, and C4ISR, which encompasses command, control, communications, computers, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance. Their products and services are developed through extensive research and development, manufacturing, and integration of advanced technologies. Northrop Grumman stands out from competitors by focusing on long-term contracts that ensure a steady revenue stream, leveraging its expertise and proven track record in the highly specialized aerospace and defense market. The company's goal is to maintain a strong market position by continuously innovating and providing 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

  • Rising demand for cybersecurity boosts Northrop Grumman's market expansion opportunities.
  • EU's increased defense spending opens new markets for Northrop Grumman's space and cyber capabilities.
  • U.S. push for domestic critical metals production stabilizes Northrop Grumman's supply chain.

What critics are saying

  • China's antimony export ban threatens Northrop Grumman's supply chain stability.
  • Colin Miller's departure to Boeing may weaken Northrop Grumman's aeronautics sector.

What makes Northrop Grumman unique

  • Northrop Grumman excels in autonomous systems, aligning with U.S. defense priorities.
  • The company offers advanced C4ISR solutions, enhancing situational awareness for military clients.
  • Northrop Grumman's diversified segments ensure a stable revenue base across aerospace and defense.

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