Finance Manager

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE:
Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE:
None

TRAVEL:
Yes, 10% of the Time

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 a Finance Manager 2 to join our team. The selected individual will report to the Aerostructures Director of Business Management and be responsible for Financial Planning, Reporting, and Analysis (FPR&A).
This position is located in Clearfield, Utah.

This high impact and 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.

• Lead the Aerostructures quarterly and monthly financial reporting close activities. Perform and document analysis of monthly financial statements and report results to senior leadership.

• Lead the monthly financial forecast and business unit financial review process including presenting to division leadership

• Lead development of the Aerostructures Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and Long-Range Strategic Plan (LRSP).

• Oversee the quarterly profitability and financial EAC process for Aerostructures programs.

• Monitor and help manage investment funding including NCTA and Capital.

• Support the SOX controls execution process in coordination with the Division Controller organization.

• Support and present in executive reviews and provide analysis for senior leadership pertaining to financial performance.

• Collaborate with the Division Controller team to ensure alignment and continuous improvement of the financial close process.

• Develop and coach direct reports and members of other business management functions, provide training, prioritize tasks, promote exchange of ideas, and foster a team environment.

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited University with 7 years of professional experience, OR Master's degree with 5 years of professional experience.

• Experience in financial planning, forecasting, reporting and analysis.

• Experience with SAP

• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, with added emphasis on advanced Excel data analysis competency

• Prior experience preparing and presenting financial information and analysis to upper-level management

• Ability to obtain/maintain a DoD Secret level security clearance. US citizenship is a prerequisite.

• MBA in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline business related field and/or CPA

• Leadership experience:
  Manager, Supervisor, lead role

• Experience in Finance, Accounting, Pricing/Cost estimating, Contracts, Program Control, or other related Business Management function(s)

• Strong project management skills

• Prior industry experience in aerospace and defense

• Prior experience with NGFP

• Experience and capabilities with business intelligence tools

We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly inclusive environment! We are looking for…