Finance Manager - Manager Level 2

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE:
No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START:
No

CLEARANCE TYPE:
None 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.

Expand your horizons, advance your career, and contribute to a secure future for generations. Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector invites you to bring your pioneering spirit to our collaborative teams. As a Finance Manager – Manager Level 2 located in McLean, VA, you’ll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one.

The Manager, Finance 2 will serve as the primary financial planning and analysis and financial reporting lead for the Civil Space & Sciences business unit within the Launch & Exploration division. This role is responsible for driving the financial forecasting, budgeting, and reporting processes; providing decision-support analysis to business leadership; and ensuring financial integrity, compliance, and performance against financial objectives. The manager will partner closely with the Business Unit Director of Business Management and functional leaders to support strategic and operational decisions.

Key Responsibilities Lead the full FP&A cycle (annual operating plan, long-range plan, monthly/quarterly forecasts)
Develop, maintain, and communicate robust financial models, including revenue, margin, indirect expenses, and cash flow projections.

Prepare monthly/quarterly financial packages, variance analyses, and performance dashboards.

Analyze program and portfolio performance, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities; recommend actions to improve financial outcomes.

Support indirect budgeting and rate analysis.

Ensure alignment of actuals, forecasts, and budgets with corporate financial systems and reporting requirements.

Lead and develop financial analysts, providing coaching, workload prioritization, and performance feedback.

Drive process improvements, standardization, and automation in reporting and analysis.

Support internal and external audits, ensuring adherence to company financial controls, procedures, and applicable regulations.

Present financial results and analysis to leadership, clearly articulating key drivers, assumptions, and recommendations.

Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or related field.
8+ years of progressive experience in finance, accounting, FP&A, or related discipline – OR - 6+ years with a Master’s degree.

Strong financial modeling, forecasting, and variance analysis skills

Proficiency with Excel and Power Point Demonstrated  ability to clearly communicate financial information to non-financial stakeholders, both verbally and in writing.

Proven experience working cross-functionally and influencing decisions in a matrixed organization.

Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.

Professional certification (e.g., CFA, CPA, CMA) is a plus.

Experience in aerospace, defense,…