Essential Functions:
This Staff Program Cost Control Analyst position will overall support Cost Management duties on a dynamic team doing controller duties. This position will collaborate with analysts who will interface with the program managers, functional management, and cost account managers (CAMs) to provide financial and administrative support and analysis to meet program requirements.
The Staff Program Cost Control Analyst will have experience with all facets of Cost Management including Earned Value Management, Controller duties, Labor Cost Management, Material Cost Management, Schedule Management and External Government reporting. This position will be responsible for overseeing and training other analysts.
Cost Management tasks include:

Establishing Work Breakdown Structure for execution of budgeted cost of work scheduled

* Assessing and maintaining of objective performance criteria - developing, maintaining, analyzing and justification of estimates to complete

* Supporting internal and external reporting requirements for variance analysis and budgeting baseline

* Maintaining a solid and accurate cost and schedule integration with business partners and program teams

* Analyzing funding, cost risk analysis/assessment and visibility reports - Preparing government cost performance reports and preparation and/or review of Performance measurement variance analysis

Additional responsibilities will include:
This position will support Enterprise efforts including but not limited to performing analysis & prepare reports in order to ensure that contracts are within negotiated and agreed-upon parameters and government cost control guidelines. Supporting the preparation and coordination of the monthly and quarterly financial forecasting and reporting processes with other analysts. Provide internal reporting requirements to include incorporation of forecast, identification of staffing issues related to baseline/ETC, and execution of corrective action or updates using program reporting tools. This position will collaborate with analysts who interface with Business Managers and support booking rate files and profitability updates. Good leadership skills & the ability to work with the Program Office across multiple areas while leading a team are essential.
The successful analyst will possess the following traits and abilities: ability to use financial systems, with understanding of DoD financial rhythms; provide strategic guidance as required; develop and implement discussed solutions of complex scope; support analysis of variances/trends; work with multiple teams and elevating potential issues to ensure proper management focus; exert influence on peers and internal customers; good interpersonal skills while representing the finance team on various projects.
Basic Qualifications:

Master's degree with 10 years of experience or a Bachelor's degree with 12 years of experience in the following areas: business, finance, accounting, program control and/or similar industry related fields

* Experience with Microsoft Office suite including Excel and PowerPoint

* Experience successfully supporting a monthly financial forecasting rhythm

* Experience with all facets of Cost Management including Controller, Labor Cost Management, Material Cost Management, Earned Value Management with external government reporting, Schedule Management and financial forecasting

* Experience with some Cost Mgmt CDRLs

* Experience with Delta Cobra

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience developing CDRLs (IPMR/IPMDAR/CPR/CFSR/CSDR)

* Active DoD Secret Clearance

We offer phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly collaborative workplace. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do. Does this sound like you?
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At Northrop Grumman, we are innovating-- building the next generation of sophisticated aircraft to protect our country. Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career. We are well-known for our inclusive, family environment, as well as our excellent work/life balance. We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, a 9/80 schedule, and a great 401K matching program.
Salary Range: $141,400 - $212,000
The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.
Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.